Goderich: map, GPS coordinates, and driving directions
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Goderich sits on the eastern shore of Lake Huron in southwestern Ontario, where a compact downtown and harbour meet a low-lying coastal plain. On regional maps it functions as a coastal waypoint for drivers following the lakeshore or routing inland across surrounding farmland and small towns. The community is standalone rather than part of a large metropolitan area; local approaches and regional roads converge on a concentrated waterfront and grid-patterned centre. For map users planning trips, Goderich is a readily identifiable reference for short lakeside detours, directions toward inland destinations, and as a stopping point along the Lake Huron corridor of southern Ontario.
Goderich, Ontario appears on maps as a small lakeside town set directly on the eastern shore of Lake Huron with a defined harbour and waterfront streets. The immediate map view shows a compact urban core bordered by agricultural fields and mixed woodlots on a generally flat coastal plain. Local and regional roads fan out from the town toward neighbouring rural communities and the broader southern Ontario road network; on mapping products the town serves as a coastal node rather than a dense urban suburb. The harbour and shoreline give the town a clear orientation for route planning, with local approaches feeding into longer-distance regional connections. Time zone: America/Toronto. The community’s population is about 7,728, and its map footprint reflects a concentrated downtown, residential fringes and surrounding farmland that drivers use as landmarks when navigating this stretch of Lake Huron coastline.
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Key facts
- Province / Territory: Ontario
- Population: 7,728
- Elevation: 226 m above sea level
- Time zone: America/Toronto
- Country: Canada
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The province boasts 12 universities, two of which are among the oldest in North America . It has 14,571,494 people living there (2019).
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Distances from Goderich
Straight-line and estimated road distances from Goderich to other major Canadian cities.
| City | Province | Air distance | Road estimate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toronto | Ontario | 186.9 km | ~239 km | Route → |
| Montréal | Quebec | 673.3 km | ~862 km | Route → |
| Vancouver | British Columbia | 3186.5 km | ~4079 km | Route → |
| Calgary | Alberta | 2544.7 km | ~3257 km | Route → |
| Edmonton | Alberta | 2549.7 km | ~3264 km | Route → |
| Ottawa | Ontario | 511.3 km | ~654 km | Route → |
| Winnipeg | Manitoba | 1356.3 km | ~1736 km | Route → |
| Quebec City | Quebec | 888.7 km | ~1138 km | Route → |
| Hamilton | Ontario | 156.9 km | ~201 km | Route → |
| Mississauga | Ontario | 165.6 km | ~212 km | Route → |
Road distances are approximate estimates (straight-line distance × average factor 1.28). For an up-to-date route, use the Driving Directions tool.
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Frequently asked questions about Goderich
Where is Goderich located?
Goderich is in Ontario, Canada. The exact geographic coordinates are latitude 43.7333 and longitude -81.7.
What are the GPS coordinates of Goderich?
Goderich GPS coordinates in decimal degrees: latitude 43.7333, longitude -81.7 (WGS84). Copy them directly or use the GPS Coordinates tool to find any specific point in the area.
How do I get driving directions to Goderich?
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What is the elevation of Goderich?
Goderich sits at approximately 226 metres above sea level (estimate from a public elevation dataset). Elevation can vary across the city. Use the Elevation tool to check any specific point.
How far is Goderich from Ottawa?
Straight-line distance between Goderich and Ottawa is about 511.5 km. Estimated road distance is around 655 km, with an indicative drive time of 6 h 25 min. For up-to-date directions, use the live route planner.
What cities are near Goderich?
Cities near Goderich include: Clinton, Bayfield, Blyth, Lucknow, Seaforth, Zurich.
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