Algonquin Park to Isle Royale: Road Trip Guide & Distance

524.5 miles 844.1 km · straight line
629.4 miles estimated 1012.9 km · driving distance
12h 40min estimated drive time
CAD 102 - CAD 126 estimated fuel cost
~1h 33min flight time
292° WNW bearing direction

How far is Algonquin Park from Isle Royale?

The distance from Algonquin Park to Isle Royale is 524.5 miles (844.1 km) as the crow flies. Isle Royale is located WNW of Algonquin Park. By car, the driving distance is approximately 629.4 miles, taking about 12h 40min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 33min. Algonquin Park is in Ontario, Canada, while Isle Royale is in Michigan, United States.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements.

Coordinates come from public place data for Algonquin Park and Isle Royale. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Algonquin Park to Isle Royale

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 12h 40min CAD 102 - CAD 126 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 33min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~15h 12min $50–$94* Budget
Train ~16h 28min $76–$220* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Algonquin Park & Isle Royale

Quick Facts

Algonquin Park
45.59°N, 78.38°W
America/Toronto
400m elevation
Isle Royale
48.00°N, 88.90°W
America/Detroit
425m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 175 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 44 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 47.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients