Ottawa, Ontario, Canada to Sarnia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

372.4 miles 599.4 km · straight line
451.9 miles actual route 727.3 km · driving distance
8h 47min estimated drive time
CAD 73 - CAD 90 estimated fuel cost
~1h 15min flight time
245° WSW bearing direction

How far is Ottawa, Ontario, Canada from Sarnia?

The distance from Ottawa, Ontario, Canada to Sarnia is 372.4 miles (599.4 km) as the crow flies. Sarnia is located WSW of Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. By car, the driving distance is approximately 451.9 miles, taking about 8h 47min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 15min. Both are located in 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. 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 Ottawa, Ontario, Canada and Sarnia. 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 Ottawa, Ontario, Canada to Sarnia

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 8h 47min CAD 73 - CAD 90 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 15min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~10h 32min $36–$68* Budget
Train ~8h 21min $54–$158* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Ottawa, Ontario, Canada & Sarnia

Quick Facts

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
45.42°N, 75.70°W
America/Toronto
70m elevation
Sarnia
42.98°N, 82.40°W
America/Toronto
185m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 124 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 31 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 66.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM