Chatham, Ontario, Canada to Pontiac: Road Trip Guide & Distance

58.5 miles 94.1 km · straight line
76 miles estimated 122.3 km · driving distance
1h 32min estimated drive time
CAD 12 - CAD 15 estimated fuel cost
~37min flight time · usually no direct flights
286° WNW bearing direction

How far is Chatham, Ontario, Canada from Pontiac?

The distance from Chatham, Ontario, Canada to Pontiac is 58.5 miles (94.1 km) as the crow flies. Pontiac is located WNW of Chatham, Ontario, Canada. By car, the driving distance is approximately 76 miles, taking about 1h 32min. A direct flight would take roughly 37min. Chatham, Ontario, Canada is in Ontario, Canada, while Pontiac is in Michigan, United States.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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. 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 Chatham, Ontario, Canada and Pontiac. 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 Pontiac

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 32min CAD 12 - CAD 15 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 50min $6–$11* Budget

Suggested Stops Between Chatham, Ontario, Canada & Pontiac

Quick Facts

Chatham, Ontario, Canada
42.41°N, 82.18°W
America/Toronto
183m elevation
Pontiac
42.64°N, 83.29°W
America/Detroit
281m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 20 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 5 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 425.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients