Hamilton, Ontario, Canada to Wausau: Road Trip Guide & Distance

497.9 miles 801.3 km · straight line
597.5 miles estimated 961.6 km · driving distance
12h 1min estimated drive time
CAD 97 - CAD 119 estimated fuel cost
~1h 30min flight time
287° WNW bearing direction

How far is Hamilton, Ontario, Canada from Wausau?

The distance from Hamilton, Ontario, Canada to Wausau is 497.9 miles (801.3 km) as the crow flies. Wausau is located WNW of Hamilton, Ontario, Canada. By car, the driving distance is approximately 597.5 miles, taking about 12h 1min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 30min. Hamilton, Ontario, Canada is in Ontario, Canada, while Wausau is in Wisconsin, United States.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Hamilton, Ontario, Canada and Wausau. 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 Hamilton, Ontario, Canada to Wausau

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 12h 1min CAD 97 - CAD 119 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 30min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~14h 25min $48–$90* Budget
Train ~15h 37min $72–$209* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Hamilton, Ontario, Canada & Wausau

Quick Facts

Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
43.26°N, 79.87°W
America/Toronto
78m elevation
Wausau
44.96°N, 89.63°W
America/Chicago
367m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 166 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 41 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 50 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients