Montreal to Oshawa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

282 miles 453.8 km · straight line
300.9 miles actual route 484.2 km · driving distance
5h 57min estimated drive time
CAD 49 - CAD 60 estimated fuel cost
~1h 4min flight time
249° WSW bearing direction

How far is Montreal from Oshawa?

The distance from Montreal to Oshawa is 282 miles (453.8 km) as the crow flies. Oshawa is located WSW of Montreal. By car, the driving distance is approximately 300.9 miles, taking about 5h 57min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 4min. Both are located in Canada — Montreal in Quebec and Oshawa in Ontario.

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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Montreal and Oshawa. 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 Montreal to Oshawa

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 57min CAD 49 - CAD 60 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 4min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 8min $24–$45* Budget
Train ~5h 39min $36–$105* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Montreal & Oshawa

Quick Facts

Montreal
45.50°N, 73.57°W
America/Toronto
36m elevation
Oshawa
43.90°N, 78.85°W
America/Toronto
105m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 94 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 24 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 88.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM