Bay City, Michigan to London, Ontario, Canada: Road Trip Guide & Distance

140.1 miles 225.4 km · straight line
175.1 miles estimated 281.8 km · driving distance
3h 31min estimated drive time
$17 - $21 estimated fuel cost
~47min flight time
107° ESE bearing direction

How far is Bay City, Michigan from London, Ontario, Canada?

The distance from Bay City, Michigan to London, Ontario, Canada is 140.1 miles (225.4 km) as the crow flies. London, Ontario, Canada is located ESE of Bay City, Michigan. By car, the driving distance is approximately 175.1 miles, taking about 3h 31min. A direct flight would take roughly 47min. Bay City, Michigan is in Michigan, United States, while London, Ontario, Canada 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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Bay City, Michigan and London, Ontario, Canada. 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 Bay City, Michigan to London, Ontario, Canada

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 31min $17 - $21 Flexible stops
Fly ~47min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 13min $14–$26* Budget
Train ~3h 20min $21–$61* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bay City, Michigan & London, Ontario, Canada

Quick Facts

Bay City, Michigan
43.59°N, 83.89°W
America/Detroit
182m elevation
London, Ontario, Canada
42.98°N, 81.23°W
America/Toronto
252m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 47 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 12 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 177.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients