Greater Sudbury to Sault Ste. Marie: Road Trip Guide & Distance

159 miles 255.9 km · straight line
191.5 miles actual route 308.2 km · driving distance
4h 32min estimated drive time
CAD 31 - CAD 38 estimated fuel cost
~49min flight time
272° W bearing direction

How far is Greater Sudbury from Sault Ste. Marie?

The distance from Greater Sudbury to Sault Ste. Marie is 159 miles (255.9 km) as the crow flies. Sault Ste. Marie is located W of Greater Sudbury. By car, the driving distance is approximately 191.5 miles, taking about 4h 32min. A direct flight would take roughly 49min. Both are located in 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. 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. 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 Greater Sudbury and Sault Ste. Marie. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Greater Sudbury to Sault Ste. Marie

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 32min CAD 31 - CAD 38 Flexible stops
Fly ~49min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 26min $15–$29* Budget
Train ~4h 18min $23–$67* Comfort

Quick Facts

Greater Sudbury
46.49°N, 80.99°W
America/Toronto
266m elevation
Sault Ste. Marie
46.52°N, 84.33°W
America/Toronto
186m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 53 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 13 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 156.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM