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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Thunder Bay - Regional Health Sciences Centre | CHEO | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Landmark Hotel | Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd) | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Thunder Bay - Regional Health Sciences Centre | CHEO | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Thunder Bay - Regional Health Sciences Centre | Ottawa - Hospital - General Campus | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Thunder Bay - Regional Health Sciences Centre | Ottawa - Hospital - General Campus | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Thunder Bay to Ottawa
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Ottawa. The journey takes about 16 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 561, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average price | Average duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average priceR 41 - R 4 055 | Average duration22h 20m | 27kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average priceR 1 561 - R 1 561 | Average duration16h 30m | 45kg CO₂e |
Where are the popular stops in Thunder Bay and Ottawa?
Stops in Thunder Bay
- AAgora Circle at Lakehead University, Thunder Bay, ON 7041 SN, Canada
- B
Thunder Bay Greyhound Bus Station
815 Fort William Rd, Thunder Bay, ON P7B 3A4 - C
Happy Time Tours
1475 Walsh St W, Thunder Bay, ON P7E 4X6, Canada - D
Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre
Main Entrance on Ron Saddington Way, Thunder Bay, ON P7B 7A5, Canada
Stops in Ottawa
- AVIA Rail – Pick-up, main entrance, 200 Chemin Tremblay Rd, K1G 3H5, Canada
- BRing Rd-Transit stop# 7072 - Shelter #9552, Ottawa, ON K1G, Canada
- C
Université d'Ottawa - Desmarais Building
Université d'Ottawa, Desmarais Building - next to Waller/Laurier stop, 55 Laurier Ave. E, Ottawa, ON K1N 6N5, Canada - D
St-Laurent Station - 1300 St. Laurent Blvd
St-Laurent Station , 1300, St-Laurent Blvd, Ottawa, ON K1K 4H4, Canada - E
Queen & Metcalfe
508 Queen St, Ottawa, ON K1P, Canada - F
University of Ottawa
University of Ottawa, 55 Laurier Ave. E, Ottawa, ON K1N 6N5, Canada
Compare bus companies
Based on 7860 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Ontario Northland ticket prices on this trip start at R 41
Ontario Northland Thunder Bay Ottawa recent customer reviews
we changed three busses. No internet in last bus and The air conditioner of the second bus was broken and all the cold was hitting our heads.
Mohammad Ibrahim S.
They did not open seats or make people move when I needed wheel chair seat I had on a cast broke ankle . I had to struggle to a seat far down the alie . Not nice .
Victoria S.
Enjoy the safe driver but didn’t enjoy the lather site
Gilles B.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Thunder Bay to Ottawa, CA by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Thunder Bay to Ottawa?
The cheapest bus tickets from Thunder Bay to Ottawa start at R 41. The average price for this route is around R 3 651. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Thunder Bay to Ottawa?
The average bus journey time from Thunder Bay to Ottawa is 22h 20m, covering a distance of 1088 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 21h 58m and is operated by Ontario Northland.
Which bus companies service the Thunder Bay to Ottawa route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Thunder Bay to Ottawa?
The earliest bus departs from Thunder Bay to Ottawa at 00:30. And the latest bus departs at 00:52.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Thunder Bay to Ottawa?
A bus trip from Thunder Bay to Ottawa produces an estimated 27 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.
The cheapest trip from Thunder Bay to Ottawa, CA was searched and found on 04 Feb 2026 with a price of R 2 635To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Thunder Bay to Ottawa, CA as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 2 635 to R 3 904 for a bus ticket from Thunder Bay to Ottawa, CA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 635, which is on 2026-02-04.
