Chatham, Ontario, Canada to Hamilton, Ohio: Road Trip Guide & Distance

242.3 miles 390 km · straight line
302.9 miles estimated 487.5 km · driving distance
6h 6min estimated drive time
CAD 49 - CAD 60 estimated fuel cost
~59min flight time
212° SSW bearing direction

How far is Chatham, Ontario, Canada from Hamilton, Ohio?

The distance from Chatham, Ontario, Canada to Hamilton, Ohio is 242.3 miles (390 km) as the crow flies. Hamilton, Ohio is located SSW of Chatham, Ontario, Canada. By car, the driving distance is approximately 302.9 miles, taking about 6h 6min. A direct flight would take roughly 59min. Chatham, Ontario, Canada is in Ontario, Canada, while Hamilton, Ohio is in Ohio, United States.

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. 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 Chatham, Ontario, Canada and Hamilton, Ohio. 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 Chatham, Ontario, Canada to Hamilton, Ohio

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 6min CAD 49 - CAD 60 Flexible stops
Fly ~59min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 19min $24–$45* Budget
Train ~5h 48min $36–$106* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Chatham, Ontario, Canada & Hamilton, Ohio

Quick Facts

Chatham, Ontario, Canada
42.41°N, 82.18°W
America/Toronto
183m elevation
Hamilton, Ohio
39.40°N, 84.56°W
America/New_York
181m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 81 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 20 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 102.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients