Rochester, New York to Sault Ste. Marie: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Rochester, New York from Sault Ste. Marie?

The distance from Rochester, New York to Sault Ste. Marie is 402.8 miles (648.3 km) as the crow flies. Sault Ste. Marie is located NW of Rochester, New York. By car, the driving distance is approximately 483.4 miles, taking about 9h 44min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 19min. Rochester, New York is in New York, United States, while Sault Ste. Marie is in Ontario, 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. 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 Rochester, New York and Sault Ste. Marie. 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.