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

How far is Ottawa, Ontario, Canada from Waukesha?

The distance from Ottawa, Ontario, Canada to Waukesha is 641.9 miles (1033 km) as the crow flies. Waukesha is located W of Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. By car, the driving distance is approximately 770.3 miles, taking about 15h 30min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 47min. Ottawa, Ontario, Canada is in Ontario, Canada, while Waukesha is in Wisconsin, United States.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. 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. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements.

Coordinates come from public place data for Ottawa, Ontario, Canada and Waukesha. 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.