Sarnia to Wausau: Road Trip Guide & Distance

384.3 miles 618.5 km · straight line
461.2 miles estimated 742.2 km · driving distance
9h 17min estimated drive time
CAD 75 - CAD 92 estimated fuel cost
~1h 16min flight time
293° WNW bearing direction

How far is Sarnia from Wausau?

The distance from Sarnia to Wausau is 384.3 miles (618.5 km) as the crow flies. Wausau is located WNW of Sarnia. By car, the driving distance is approximately 461.2 miles, taking about 9h 17min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 16min. Sarnia is in Ontario, Canada, while Wausau is in Wisconsin, United States.

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 Sarnia and Wausau. 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.

How to Get from Sarnia to Wausau

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 9h 17min CAD 75 - CAD 92 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 16min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~11h 8min $37–$69* Budget
Train ~8h 49min $55–$161* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Sarnia & Wausau

Quick Facts

Sarnia
42.98°N, 82.40°W
America/Toronto
185m elevation
Wausau
44.96°N, 89.63°W
America/Chicago
367m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 128 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 32 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 64.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients