Bus from Fort Frances to Thunder Bay: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Fort Frances to Thunder Bay on 31 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Ontario NorthlandBus
Couchiching First Nation
Thunder Bay - Regional Health Sciences CentreCheapest
Ontario NorthlandBus
Couchiching First Nation
Thunder BayFastest
Ontario NorthlandBus
Couchiching First Nation
Thunder Bay - Regional Health Sciences CentreNo tags
Ontario NorthlandBus
Couchiching First Nation
Lakehead UniversityNo tags
Ontario NorthlandBus
Couchiching First Nation
Lakehead UniversityNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 12:44 PM CST.

Get from Fort Frances to Thunder Bay

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 5 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 1 017, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day
5h 25mAverage duration
308 kmDistance
8kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Fort Frances to Thunder Bay by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Fort Frances to Thunder Bay?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Fort Frances to Thunder Bay start at R 1 017. The average price for this route is around R 1 035. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from Fort Frances to Thunder Bay?

    The average bus journey time from Fort Frances to Thunder Bay is 5h 25m, covering a distance of 308 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 4h 4m and is operated by Ontario Northland.

  3. Which bus companies service the Fort Frances to Thunder Bay route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Fort Frances to Thunder Bay?

    The earliest bus departs from Fort Frances to Thunder Bay at 12:28. And the latest bus departs at 18:29.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Fort Frances to Thunder Bay?

    A bus trip from Fort Frances to Thunder Bay produces an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
27/01
R 1 044
28/01
R 1 097
Today
R 1 100
30/01
No data
31/01
R 954
01/02
No data
02/02
R 836
03/02
R 858
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Fort Frances to Thunder Bay was searched and found on 02 Feb 2026 with a price of R 836

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Fort Frances to Thunder Bay as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 836 to R 1 252 for a bus ticket from Fort Frances to Thunder Bay based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 836, which is on 2026-02-02.

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