Lansing, Michigan to Ottawa, Ontario, Canada: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Lansing, Michigan from Ottawa, Ontario, Canada?

The distance from Lansing, Michigan to Ottawa, Ontario, Canada is 477 miles (767.7 km) as the crow flies. Ottawa, Ontario, Canada is located ENE of Lansing, Michigan. By car, the driving distance is approximately 572.4 miles, taking about 11h 31min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 28min. Lansing, Michigan is in Michigan, United States, while Ottawa, Ontario, Canada is in Ontario, Canada.

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. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Lansing, Michigan and Ottawa, 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.