Oshawa to Shawinigan: Road Trip Guide & Distance

349.2 miles 562 km · straight line
399.7 miles actual route 643.2 km · driving distance
7h 57min estimated drive time
CAD 65 - CAD 80 estimated fuel cost
~1h 12min flight time
56° NE bearing direction

How far is Oshawa from Shawinigan?

The distance from Oshawa to Shawinigan is 349.2 miles (562 km) as the crow flies. Shawinigan is located NE of Oshawa. By car, the driving distance is approximately 399.7 miles, taking about 7h 57min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 12min. Both are located in Canada — Oshawa in Ontario and Shawinigan in Quebec.

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.

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

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 57min CAD 65 - CAD 80 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 12min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~9h 32min $32–$60* Budget
Train ~7h 33min $48–$140* Comfort

For 2+ travelers, driving is usually cheaper. Solo? Consider the bus.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

Suggested Stops Between Oshawa & Shawinigan

Quick Facts

Oshawa
43.90°N, 78.85°W
America/Toronto
105m elevation
Shawinigan
46.57°N, 72.75°W
America/Toronto
123m elevation

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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 116 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 29 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 71.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM