Route from Quill Lake to Thunder Bay
Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Quill Lake 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 Quill Lake (Saskatchewan) 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 Quill Lake to Thunder Bay
The straight-line distance between Quill Lake and Thunder Bay is 1140.7 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 1289 km, with an indicative drive time of 14 h 19 min.
Trip cost and route type: Quill Lake – Thunder Bay
Driving directions from Quill Lake to Thunder Bay
The map shows the locations of Quill Lake (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.
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Driving directions from Quill Lake to Thunder Bay
Real distance: 1,340.7 km · Estimated time: 16 h 39 min
- Drive southeast on Highway 5/5. Continue on 5. 33.6 km
- Turn right onto Main Street South/35. Continue on 35. 23.9 km
- Turn left onto 16/Yellowhead Route. 109.4 km
- Turn right onto Yorkton Truck Bypass/52A. 3.1 km
- Turn left onto 52. 4.3 km
- Turn right onto 10A. 1.9 km
- Turn left onto 10/Queen Street. 103.7 km
- Turn left onto Provincial Trunk Highway 45/PTH 45. Continue on PTH 45. 59.6 km
- Turn right onto Provincial Trunk Highway 21/PTH 21. 14.3 km
- Turn left onto PTH 16/Yellowhead Highway/Route Yellowhead. 53.4 km
- Take the 16 East exit toward Winnipeg. 6.2 km
- Turn left onto PTH 16/Yellowhead Highway/Route Yellowhead. Continue on PTH 16. 115.6 km
Standard car route without avoiding highways. For advanced options (motorcycle, bicycle, transit, avoid tolls) use the live planner above.
Estimate trip cost: Quill Lake – Thunder Bay
Indicative estimates based on ~1289 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 Quill Lake to Thunder Bay
The straight-line distance between Quill Lake (Saskatchewan) and Thunder Bay (Ontario) is about 1140.7 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: Quill Lake – Thunder Bay
Planning a trip from Quill Lake to Thunder Bay means budgeting around 1289 km on the road and an indicative drive time of 14 h 19 min by car. The route connects Saskatchewan to Ontario and falls into a long route (over 300 km). Plan multiple breaks and check highway traffic, weather, and fuel availability — particularly in remote sections.
The trip starts at Quill Lake (Saskatchewan) — coordinates 52.0667° N, -104.2500° E. The destination is Thunder Bay (Ontario), at 48.3822° N, -89.2461° E.
Practical tips for the Quill Lake – Thunder Bay drive
Terrain along the way
The route starts in Saskatchewan — a province prairie to the south and boreal forest, lakes, and Shield country to the north — and reaches Thunder Bay in Ontario, Great Lakes shoreline in the south, Canadian Shield forests across the north. The route also passes near St. Clements (Manitoba).
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 1289 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 Quill Lake – Thunder Bay route
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Routes with intermediate stops: Quill Lake → St. Clements · Quill Lake → Selkirk · Quill Lake → Tyndall
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Frequently asked questions: Quill Lake – Thunder Bay
What is the straight-line distance between Quill Lake and Thunder Bay?
The straight-line distance between Quill Lake and Thunder Bay is about 1140.7 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.
What is the estimated road distance from Quill Lake to Thunder Bay?
The estimated road distance from Quill Lake to Thunder Bay is about 1289 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 Quill Lake to Thunder Bay?
Indicative drive time from Quill Lake to Thunder Bay is about 14 h 19 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 Quill Lake 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 Quill Lake–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 Quill Lake 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 Quill Lake to Thunder Bay?
A common alternative is going via St. Clements or Selkirk. Use the live planner to compare routes.
Can I open the Quill Lake–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 Quill Lake as origin and Thunder Bay as destination.