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There are 4 intercity buses per day from Winnipeg to Fort Frances. Traveling by bus from Winnipeg to Fort Frances usually takes around 5 hours and 34 minutes, but the fastest Ontario Northland bus can make the trip in 5 hours and 9 minutes.
| Distance | 191 mi (307 km) |
| Shortest duration | 5h 9m |
| Cheapest price | TRY 2,426.21 |
| Trips per day | 4 |
| Most frequent service | Ontario Northland |
| Bus lines | 1 |
Average score for buses from Winnipeg to Fort Frances
(Based on 2 ratings and reviews)
5.0
Pros: Good driver. Cons: Could not access wifi on the bus.
5.0
Pros: The driver was good! Police held up traffic because of a police funeral so we were held up close to half an hour. Cons: Would be nice if there was enough power in the USB for charging a phone.
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Winnipeg to Fort Frances. Ontario Northland connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ontario Northland | 4 | 5h 35m | TRY 2,452.31 |
Ontario Northland has been running buses since 1937 and continues to provide essential intercity service across Canada's second-largest province. Onboard their vehicles, passengers will find Wi-Fi connectivity described by passengers as excellent. Ontario Northland's clean and comfortable vehicles also include power outlets, air conditioning, and restrooms. Ontario Northland trips from Winnipeg to Fort Frances usually take about 5 hours and 35 minutes, with an average ticket price of .
The bus takes an average of 5 hours and 34 minutes to cover the 191 miles from Winnipeg to Fort Frances. However, the fastest bus only takes 5 hours and 9 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Thursday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Thursday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Tuesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Tuesday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 12:00pm and the last bus leaves at 12:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Winnipeg to Fort Frances, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
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Winnipeg is the capital of Canada's province of Manitoba, located at the confluence of the Red and Assiniboine Rivers. Art and culture are central to Winnipeg's identity, best experienced at sights including the Canadian Museum for Human Rights, The Forks National Historic Site, and the Winnipeg Art Gallery. If you visit between January and March, you may even luck out and see the Northern Lights in Winnipeg's night sky.
Winnipeg is home to a host of memorable outdoor activities, such as soaking in a Nordic Spa, hiking to Hansel & Gretel's "Witch Hut" in Kildonan Park, and skiing at Arctic Glacier Winter Park.
Union Station is Winnipeg's main train station, where cross-country VIA Rail trains depart along the Great Western Way to Vancouver or Toronto, and regional VIA Rail trains head north to Churchill. Winnipeg also connects to several Ontario Northland intercity bus routes. The Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International is the city's airport, which used to be a major stop for Greyhound Canada lines before they discontinued their service in the country.
Winnipeg has two bus stations with service to Fort Frances.
Winnipeg Agency
Southdale Mall
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Fort Frances.
600 Scott St
Couchiching Fn
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