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KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Thunder Bay
- Booking car hire in Thunder Bay will make it much easier to explore the stunning nature around the city. You can even take multi-day road trips to major cities like Montreal or Toronto. Along the way, you could stop at Pukaskwa National Park (around 4 h from Thunder Bay). There are also a number of shorter trips like Kakabeka Falls (roughly 30 minutes from Thunder Bay), and Pigeon River Provincial Park (about 50 minutes from Thunder Bay). Thunder Bay is also on the Trans-Canada Highway making it easy to travel across the country.
- At Thunder Bay International Airport (YQT), you'll find several companies offering car hire in Thunder Bay. You'll usually find the offices in the Baggage Claim area and most vehicles are located just outside here, so you can be on your way in no time. Make sure you have all your documentation ready, including your driving licence, passport and booking information. Thunder Bay International Airport is roughly a 10-minute drive from the centre of Thunder Bay.
- If you're taking longer trips on rural roads and highways outside of Thunder Bay, you'll want to keep an eye out for animals. This is particularly true during dusk and dawn. Moose are one of the most important animals to be aware of. If you spot a moose up ahead, slow down and come to a stop if necessary, giving it plenty of space to get across the road. They're most active from April to November. Otherwise, you'll generally find driving in Thunder Bay similar to driving in the UK, with the notable exception that you'll need to drive on the right-hand side of the road.
- If you book car hire in Thunder Bay during the winter months, be prepared for snow. Winter tyres are mandatory in Canada from December 1st to March 15th, and your Thunder Bay car hire company will be able to provide winter tyres for your vehicle. Ontario 511 usually has very up-to-date information about road conditions, so it's a good idea to check your planned route on their app or website before leaving. Additionally, although it may be warm in the car, make sure you have warm clothes including gloves and a beanie easily accessible just in case.
- Book your car hire in Thunder Bay at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Economy hire cars in Thunder Bay are around 27% cheaper than other car types, on average
Thunder Bay car hire experiences: the best tips from KAYAK users
FAQs about hiring a car in Thunder Bay
How much is the price of fuel in Thunder Bay?
The average price of fuel in Thunder Bay is R95,21 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between R1 142 and R1 523, depending on the car size.
What is the most popular car hire in Thunder Bay?
Economy (Class Economy Car or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Thunder Bay.
How can I find car hires near me in Thunder Bay?
Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.
How much does an Economy car hire cost in Thunder Bay?
An Economy car hire in Thunder Bay costs R909 per day, on average.
How much does a Standard car hire cost in Thunder Bay?
A Standard car hire in Thunder Bay costs R1 332 per day, on average.
How much does an Intermediate car hire cost in Thunder Bay?
An Intermediate car hire in Thunder Bay costs R847 per day, on average.
What type of car is recommended for driving in Thunder Bay?
The car you choose for your trip to Thunder Bay will mostly depend on how you plan to use it. Standard vehicles will suit most travellers and economy or compact cars can be a great way to save money, if you don't have too much luggage. A 4x4 may be useful if you plan on driving in alpine areas, as they can also be helpful for general driving in particularly snowy conditions.
What's the speed limit in Thunder Bay?
While driving in built-up areas of Thunder Bay, the speed limit is usually 50 km/h (roughly 30 mph). School zones are often 40 km/h (about 25 mph). When you're on motorways, the limit is generally either 100 km/h (around 62 mph) or 110 km/h (approximately 68 mph). On other roads outside the city, you can usually drive up to 80 km/h (roughly 50 mph). Bear in mind that if you drive into other Canadian provinces, the maximum speed limits may change.
Where are the best places to park in Thunder Bay?
Most metered parking in Thunder Bay costs around 1.50 CAD (roughly 0.90 GBP) per hour. If you want to park at the Waterfront or Victoriaville multi-storey car parks, you'll pay about 2.50 CAD (approximately 1.45 GBP) for the first two hours, and around 1.25 CAD (roughly 0.70 GBP) for every hour after that. It can be handy to head to the Victoriaville Civic Centre at the start of your trip and pick up a meter card, so you don't need to carry change around for the meters.
Thunder Bay car rental reviews and directory
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
8,5
Very Good
32 reviewsCleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.7
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.8
Value for money
8.3
3 locations in Thunder Bay
Locations in Thunder Bay
100 Princess St.
+1 807 473 5222
1100 Arthur St. W
+1 807 622 1222
727 Memorial Ave.
+1 807 344 2800
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10,0 Wonderful
May 2024
10,0 Wonderful
Dec 2023
10,0 Wonderful
Jun 2020
Pros:
Staff was very friendly - transaction was quick and painless!9,2 Wonderful
Sep 2019
Pros:
Staff were great, very friendly. Car was clean and in good condition with good options.10,0 Wonderful
Jun 2024
10,0 Wonderful
Sep 2023
Budget
8,3
Very Good
11 reviewsCleanliness
8.3
Comfort
8.7
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.1
Value for money
8.1
2 locations in Thunder Bay
Locations in Thunder Bay
100 Princess Street
+1 807 473 5040
230 Waterloo Street South
+1 807 622 3366
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10,0 Wonderful
Sep 2023
10,0 Wonderful
Aug 2019
Cons:
Nothing! Customer service at Thunder Bay airport was exceptional! Easy process picking up car and dropping it off7,6 Good
Aug 2019
Cons:
At could have been ready at designated pick up time. Car could have been in pick up area instead of in front of the airport8,0 Very Good
Jun 2022
2,0 Poor
Apr 2022
8,0 Very Good
Mar 2022
National
8,3
Very Good
22 reviewsCleanliness
9.2
Comfort
8.3
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.5
Value for money
8.4
2 locations in Thunder Bay
Locations in Thunder Bay
450 Sifton Ave
+1 807 577 5783
Thunder Bay Airport
+1 807 577 5783
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10,0 Wonderful
Jun 2024
10,0 Wonderful
Aug 2023
10,0 Wonderful
Aug 2023
10,0 Wonderful
Jul 2023
8,0 Very Good
Jun 2023
10,0 Wonderful
May 2023
Avis
8,0
Very Good
2 reviewsCleanliness
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.0
Value for money
8.0
One location in Thunder Bay
Locations in Thunder Bay
100 Princess Street
+1 807 473 5040
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6,0 Okay
Jun 2022
10,0 Wonderful
Sep 2021
Driving Force
9,4
Wonderful
No reviews available
3 locations in Thunder Bay
Locations in Thunder Bay
100 Princess Street
+1 807 789 4522
1170b Waterford Street
+1 807 789 4522
1475 W Walsh Street
+1 807 789 4522
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No reviews available
Alamo
8,6
Very Good
No reviews available
One location in Thunder Bay
Locations in Thunder Bay
100 Princess St
+1 807 344 3331
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No reviews available
Hertz
7,3
Good
No reviews available
3 locations in Thunder Bay
Locations in Thunder Bay
100 Princess Street
+1 807 473 8111
951 Memorial Ave
+1 807 475 3334
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No reviews available
Car hire locations in or near Thunder Bay
Good to know
Most popular car type | Economy |
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When to book a car hire in Thunder Bay
Airports serving Thunder Bay
Thunder Bay car hire information
| Pick-up location | Thunder Bay |
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| Car types | |
| Hire locations | 16 |
| Airport locations | 8 |