Route from Marysville to Thunder Bay
Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Marysville to Thunder Bay — with the live planner for up-to-date turn-by-turn directions.
This page provides the map and indicative distance data for the route between Marysville (New Brunswick) and Thunder Bay (Ontario). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.
Distance from Marysville to Thunder Bay
The straight-line distance between Marysville and Thunder Bay is 1728.2 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 1953 km, with an indicative drive time of 21 h 42 min.
Trip cost and route type: Marysville – Thunder Bay
Driving directions from Marysville to Thunder Bay
The map shows the locations of Marysville (A) and Thunder Bay (B). Use the form below to calculate the up-to-date road route with turn-by-turn directions, real distance, and estimated drive time.
Turn-by-turn directions
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Driving directions from Marysville to Thunder Bay
Real distance: 2,401.5 km · Estimated time: 31 h 21 min
- Drive northwest on Shallon Lane. 1.1 km
- Turn right onto Rockwood Way. 1.8 km
- Turn left onto Richibucto Road/NB 10. Continue on NB 10. 684 m
- Turn left onto NB 8/Barker's Point Bypass. 1.9 km
- Turn left onto NB 105/NB 8/Promenade Riverside Drive/Riverside Drive/Promenade Riverside. 66 m
- Take the 8 ramp toward 2/7/Edmundston/Moncton. 4.9 km
- Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto NB 8/Fredericton Bypass. 325.1 km
- Keep left to take 85. 52.6 km
- Keep left to take 85/Autoroute Claude-Béchard. 191.3 km
- Keep left to stay on 20/Autoroute Jean-Lesage toward Montréal. 104.2 km
- Take exit 210 onto 55 Nord toward Trois-Rivières. 544 m
- Keep left to take 55 Nord toward Trois-Rivières. 40.9 km
Standard car route without avoiding highways. For advanced options (motorcycle, bicycle, transit, avoid tolls) use the live planner above.
Estimate trip cost: Marysville – Thunder Bay
Indicative estimates based on ~1953 km. Tolls calculated at ~$0.10/km on tolled segments. The calculator updates with the live planner's real distance. Actual consumption, driving style, weather, and toll rates vary.
Origin and destination
How to drive from Marysville to Thunder Bay
The straight-line distance between Marysville (New Brunswick) and Thunder Bay (Ontario) is about 1728.2 km. The actual road distance varies by chosen route, road type, and travel conditions — especially in winter and across mountain or northern segments.
Before you leave, consider:
- Check current traffic with a navigation app — particularly around major cities.
- Look up any toll segments on your route (Ontario 407, select bridges).
- In winter or at higher elevations, drive times and conditions can change quickly. Carry a charged phone, fuel reserve, and weather-appropriate gear.
- Plan stops at service centres or towns along the way — fuel and rest stops can be sparse on remote sections.
Route description: Marysville – Thunder Bay
The distance from Marysville to Thunder Bay is estimated at 1953 km on a mixed road profile, starting from 1728.2 km straight line. It is a long route (over 300 km) that connects New Brunswick to Ontario. Plan multiple breaks and check highway traffic, weather, and fuel availability — particularly in remote sections. Calculate the current route with the live planner for detailed instructions.
The trip starts at Marysville (New Brunswick) — coordinates 45.9340° N, -66.5873° E. The destination is Thunder Bay (Ontario), at 48.3822° N, -89.2461° E.
Practical tips for the Marysville – Thunder Bay drive
Terrain along the way
The route starts in New Brunswick — a province forested and Acadian, with the Bay of Fundy and tidal coastlines — and reaches Thunder Bay in Ontario, Great Lakes shoreline in the south, Canadian Shield forests across the north. The route also passes near Winneway (Quebec).
When to leave
For a long route, leave early (before 06:30) or wait until after 10:00. Avoid summer long-weekend exoduses and major holidays. Plan a break every 1.5–2 hours of driving — and check weather, especially across the Prairies and through mountain passes.
Alternatives
For this route of about 1953 km, consider VIA Rail Canada — VIA's Corridor service connects many Eastern Canadian cities, and the long-distance trains (the Canadian, Ocean) run through the Prairies and the Maritimes. Cross-border trips may also include Amtrak's Adirondack or Cascades. Check schedules at viarail.ca and amtrak.com.
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Cities along the Marysville – Thunder Bay route
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Routes with intermediate stops: Marysville → Winneway · Marysville → Kitcisakik · Marysville → Kebaowek
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Frequently asked questions: Marysville – Thunder Bay
What is the straight-line distance between Marysville and Thunder Bay?
The straight-line distance between Marysville and Thunder Bay is about 1728.2 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.
What is the estimated road distance from Marysville to Thunder Bay?
The estimated road distance from Marysville to Thunder Bay is about 1953 km — derived by multiplying the straight-line distance by a road-deviation factor (1.13–1.30 based on length). For an up-to-date route, use the live planner.
How long does it take to drive from Marysville to Thunder Bay?
Indicative drive time from Marysville to Thunder Bay is about 21 h 42 min, based on an average highway speed of 90 km/h on a mixed motorway/highway profile. Real time depends on traffic, weather, stops, vehicle type, and conditions.
How do I get up-to-date driving directions from Marysville to Thunder Bay?
Use the live planner on this page: select your transport mode and click "Update route". You'll see the route with turn-by-turn directions, current distance, and estimated time based on up-to-date routing data.
Does the Marysville–Thunder Bay route involve highway tolls?
CanadaDrivingDirections.com does not provide toll details. Toll roads are limited in Canada — Ontario's 407 ETR, a few Quebec bridges, and the Confederation Bridge to PEI are the main ones. Check the operator's site for current pricing.
How does traffic affect the route from Marysville to Thunder Bay?
Traffic varies by time of day, season, and weather. The live planner uses up-to-date routing data; for live traffic, use a navigation app before departure — especially in winter when conditions can change rapidly.
Is there an alternative route from Marysville to Thunder Bay?
A common alternative is going via Winneway or Kitcisakik. Use the live planner to compare routes.
Can I open the Marysville–Thunder Bay route in Google Maps?
Yes. Click "Open in Google Maps" on this page to view the route in the Google Maps app or browser. You can also open Google Maps directly and enter Marysville as origin and Thunder Bay as destination.