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

How far is Ottawa, Ontario, Canada from Shawinigan?

The distance from Ottawa, Ontario, Canada to Shawinigan is 162.1 miles (260.9 km) as the crow flies. Shawinigan is located ENE of Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. By car, the driving distance is approximately 212.4 miles, taking about 4h 23min. A direct flight would take roughly 50min. Both are located in Canada — Ottawa, Ontario, Canada in Ontario and Shawinigan in Quebec.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Ottawa, Ontario, Canada 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.