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

191.3 miles 307.8 km · straight line
248.1 miles actual route 399.2 km · driving distance
4h 49min estimated drive time
CAD 40 - CAD 50 estimated fuel cost
~53min flight time
237° WSW bearing direction

How far is Ottawa, Ontario, Canada from Whitby, Ontario, Canada?

The distance from Ottawa, Ontario, Canada to Whitby, Ontario, Canada is 191.3 miles (307.8 km) as the crow flies. Whitby, Ontario, Canada is located WSW of Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. By car, the driving distance is approximately 248.1 miles, taking about 4h 49min. A direct flight would take roughly 53min. 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. 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 Whitby, Ontario, Canada. 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 Whitby, Ontario, Canada

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 49min CAD 40 - CAD 50 Flexible stops
Fly ~53min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 47min $20–$37* Budget
Train ~4h 35min $30–$87* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Ottawa, Ontario, Canada & Whitby, Ontario, Canada

Quick Facts

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
45.42°N, 75.70°W
America/Toronto
70m elevation
Whitby, Ontario, Canada
43.88°N, 78.93°W
America/Toronto
87m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 64 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 16 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 130.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM