North Bay to Sault Ste. Marie: Road Trip Guide & Distance

232.2 miles 373.7 km · straight line
290.2 miles estimated 467.1 km · driving distance
5h 50min estimated drive time
CAD 47 - CAD 58 estimated fuel cost
~58min flight time
275° W bearing direction

How far is North Bay from Sault Ste. Marie?

The distance from North Bay to Sault Ste. Marie is 232.2 miles (373.7 km) as the crow flies. Sault Ste. Marie is located W of North Bay. By car, the driving distance is approximately 290.2 miles, taking about 5h 50min. A direct flight would take roughly 58min. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for North Bay and Sault Ste. Marie. 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 North Bay to Sault Ste. Marie

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 50min CAD 47 - CAD 58 Flexible stops
Fly ~58min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 0min $23–$44* Budget
Train ~5h 33min $35–$102* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between North Bay & Sault Ste. Marie

Quick Facts

North Bay
46.32°N, 79.47°W
America/Toronto
206m 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 77 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 107.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients