Route from Hay Lakes to Sault Ste. Marie
Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Hay Lakes to Sault Ste. Marie — with the live planner for up-to-date turn-by-turn directions.
This page provides the map and indicative distance data for the route between Hay Lakes (Alberta) and Sault Ste. Marie (Ontario). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.
Distance from Hay Lakes to Sault Ste. Marie
The straight-line distance between Hay Lakes and Sault Ste. Marie is 2169.1 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 2451 km, with an indicative drive time of 27 h 14 min.
Trip cost and route type: Hay Lakes – Sault Ste. Marie
Driving directions from Hay Lakes to Sault Ste. Marie
The map shows the locations of Hay Lakes (A) and Sault Ste. Marie (B). Use the form below to calculate the up-to-date road route with turn-by-turn directions, real distance, and estimated drive time.
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Driving directions from Hay Lakes to Sault Ste. Marie
Real distance: 2,691.2 km · Estimated time: 32 h 46 min
- Drive east on Highway 617/617. Continue on 617. 27.9 km
- Turn right onto Range Road 190/834. 19.4 km
- Turn left onto 26. 25.8 km
- Turn right onto Highway 855/855. Continue on 855. 17.5 km
- Turn left onto Highway 13/13/855. 264.3 km
- Turn right onto Highway 14/14. Continue on 14. 156.7 km
- Take the Circle Drive South exit. 66 m
- Keep left to take Circle Drive South. 165.5 km
- Turn left onto 16/Trans Canada Highway: Yellowhead Route. Continue on 16. 158.2 km
- Turn right onto Yorkton Truck Bypass/52A. 3.1 km
- Turn left onto 52. 4.3 km
- Turn right onto 10A. 1.9 km
Standard car route without avoiding highways. For advanced options (motorcycle, bicycle, transit, avoid tolls) use the live planner above.
Estimate trip cost: Hay Lakes – Sault Ste. Marie
Indicative estimates based on ~2451 km. Tolls calculated at ~$0.10/km on tolled segments. The calculator updates with the live planner's real distance. Actual consumption, driving style, weather, and toll rates vary.
Origin and destination
How to drive from Hay Lakes to Sault Ste. Marie
The straight-line distance between Hay Lakes (Alberta) and Sault Ste. Marie (Ontario) is about 2169.1 km. The actual road distance varies by chosen route, road type, and travel conditions — especially in winter and across mountain or northern segments.
Before you leave, consider:
- Check current traffic with a navigation app — particularly around major cities.
- Look up any toll segments on your route (Ontario 407, select bridges).
- In winter or at higher elevations, drive times and conditions can change quickly. Carry a charged phone, fuel reserve, and weather-appropriate gear.
- Plan stops at service centres or towns along the way — fuel and rest stops can be sparse on remote sections.
Route description: Hay Lakes – Sault Ste. Marie
The journey from Hay Lakes to Sault Ste. Marie covers roughly 2451 km on the road, equal to 2169.1 km straight line. The trip connects Alberta to Ontario and is classified as a long route (over 300 km). Plan multiple breaks and check highway traffic, weather, and fuel availability — particularly in remote sections. Open the interactive planner for the route map, turns, and a fuel-or-EV cost calculator.
The trip starts at Hay Lakes (Alberta) — coordinates 53.1925° N, -113.0550° E. The destination is Sault Ste. Marie (Ontario), at 46.5333° N, -84.3500° E.
Practical tips for the Hay Lakes – Sault Ste. Marie drive
Terrain along the way
The route starts in Alberta — a province prairie in the south rising into the Canadian Rockies in the west — and reaches Sault Ste. Marie in Ontario, Great Lakes shoreline in the south, Canadian Shield forests across the north. The route also passes near Macgregor (Manitoba).
When to leave
For a long route, leave early (before 06:30) or wait until after 10:00. Avoid summer long-weekend exoduses and major holidays. Plan a break every 1.5–2 hours of driving — and check weather, especially across the Prairies and through mountain passes.
Alternatives
For this route of about 2451 km, consider VIA Rail Canada — VIA's Corridor service connects many Eastern Canadian cities, and the long-distance trains (the Canadian, Ocean) run through the Prairies and the Maritimes. Cross-border trips may also include Amtrak's Adirondack or Cascades. Check schedules at viarail.ca and amtrak.com.
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Cities along the Hay Lakes – Sault Ste. Marie route
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Routes with intermediate stops: Hay Lakes → Macgregor · Hay Lakes → Austin · Hay Lakes → Treherne
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Frequently asked questions: Hay Lakes – Sault Ste. Marie
What is the straight-line distance between Hay Lakes and Sault Ste. Marie?
The straight-line distance between Hay Lakes and Sault Ste. Marie is about 2169.1 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.
What is the estimated road distance from Hay Lakes to Sault Ste. Marie?
The estimated road distance from Hay Lakes to Sault Ste. Marie is about 2451 km — derived by multiplying the straight-line distance by a road-deviation factor (1.13–1.30 based on length). For an up-to-date route, use the live planner.
How long does it take to drive from Hay Lakes to Sault Ste. Marie?
Indicative drive time from Hay Lakes to Sault Ste. Marie is about 27 h 14 min, based on an average highway speed of 90 km/h on a mixed motorway/highway profile. Real time depends on traffic, weather, stops, vehicle type, and conditions.
How do I get up-to-date driving directions from Hay Lakes to Sault Ste. Marie?
Use the live planner on this page: select your transport mode and click "Update route". You'll see the route with turn-by-turn directions, current distance, and estimated time based on up-to-date routing data.
Does the Hay Lakes–Sault Ste. Marie route involve highway tolls?
CanadaDrivingDirections.com does not provide toll details. Toll roads are limited in Canada — Ontario's 407 ETR, a few Quebec bridges, and the Confederation Bridge to PEI are the main ones. Check the operator's site for current pricing.
How does traffic affect the route from Hay Lakes to Sault Ste. Marie?
Traffic varies by time of day, season, and weather. The live planner uses up-to-date routing data; for live traffic, use a navigation app before departure — especially in winter when conditions can change rapidly.
Is there an alternative route from Hay Lakes to Sault Ste. Marie?
A common alternative is going via Macgregor or Austin. Use the live planner to compare routes.
Can I open the Hay Lakes–Sault Ste. Marie route in Google Maps?
Yes. Click "Open in Google Maps" on this page to view the route in the Google Maps app or browser. You can also open Google Maps directly and enter Hay Lakes as origin and Sault Ste. Marie as destination.