Ann Arbor to Barrie: Road Trip Guide & Distance

251.8 miles 405.2 km · straight line
314.7 miles estimated 506.5 km · driving distance
6h 20min estimated drive time
$30 - $37 estimated fuel cost
~1h 0min flight time
53° NE bearing direction

How far is Ann Arbor from Barrie?

The distance from Ann Arbor to Barrie is 251.8 miles (405.2 km) as the crow flies. Barrie is located NE of Ann Arbor. By car, the driving distance is approximately 314.7 miles, taking about 6h 20min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 0min. Ann Arbor is in Michigan, United States, while Barrie is in Ontario, Canada.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Ann Arbor and Barrie. 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 Ann Arbor to Barrie

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 20min $30 - $37 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 0min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 36min $25–$47* Budget
Train ~6h 1min $38–$110* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Ann Arbor & Barrie

Quick Facts

Ann Arbor
42.28°N, 83.74°W
America/Detroit
269m elevation
Barrie
44.40°N, 79.67°W
America/Toronto
269m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 84 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 98.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients