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

107 miles 172.2 km · straight line
133.8 miles estimated 215.3 km · driving distance
2h 41min estimated drive time
CAD 22 - CAD 27 estimated fuel cost
~43min flight time · usually no direct flights
258° WSW bearing direction

How far is London, Ontario, Canada from Pontiac?

The distance from London, Ontario, Canada to Pontiac is 107 miles (172.2 km) as the crow flies. Pontiac is located WSW of London, Ontario, Canada. By car, the driving distance is approximately 133.8 miles, taking about 2h 41min. A direct flight would take roughly 43min. London, Ontario, Canada is in Ontario, Canada, while Pontiac is in Michigan, 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. 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 London, 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 London, Ontario, Canada to Pontiac

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 41min CAD 22 - CAD 27 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 13min $11–$20* Budget
Train ~2h 33min $16–$47* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between London, Ontario, Canada & Pontiac

Quick Facts

London, Ontario, Canada
42.98°N, 81.23°W
America/Toronto
252m 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 36 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 9 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 232.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients