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Route from Stavely to Sault Ste. Marie

Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Stavely 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 Stavely (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 Stavely to Sault Ste. Marie

The straight-line distance between Stavely and Sault Ste. Marie is 2187.5 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 2472 km, with an indicative drive time of 27 h 28 min.

Straight-line distance 2187.5 km
Estimated road distance ~2472 km
Indicative drive time 27 h 28 min
Note: values are approximate estimates. Road distance is calculated by multiplying the straight-line distance by a road-deviation factor (1.13–1.30 based on length). Drive time assumes ~90 km/h average. Real traffic, tolls, and conditions can vary significantly. Use the live planner for current data.

Trip cost and route type: Stavely – Sault Ste. Marie

Route type Long

Long route (over 300 km) — plan a break roughly every 2 hours and check highway traffic and weather.

Indicative fuel cost $277–$375

Estimate: ~2472 km, 8 L/100 km, $1.65/L. ±15%. Excludes tolls.

Driving directions from Stavely to Sault Ste. Marie

The map shows the locations of Stavely (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 Stavely to Sault Ste. Marie

Real distance: 2,679.4 km  ·  Estimated time: 32 h 35 min

🗓 Calculated on June 3, 2026
  1. Drive south on 52 Street. 15 m
  2. Turn right onto Township Road 142. 130 m
  3. Turn right onto 2. 6.5 km
  4. Turn right onto Highway 529/529. 76.7 km
  5. Turn right onto 845. 9.8 km
  6. Turn left onto Highway 526/526. Continue on 526. 38.9 km
  7. Turn right onto Veterans Memorial Highway/36. 6.5 km
  8. Turn left onto Highway 524/524. 94.5 km
  9. Turn right onto 1/Trans-Canada Highway. Continue on Trans-Canada Highway. 463.9 km
  10. Keep right to take 1 toward Winnipeg/Saskatoon. 574.9 km
  11. Take exit 318A onto PTH 100 East/Perimeter Highway toward Kenora. 39.3 km
  12. Take exit 1B onto 1 East toward Kenora. 640.8 km

Standard car route without avoiding highways. For advanced options (motorcycle, bicycle, transit, avoid tolls) use the live planner above.

Estimate trip cost: Stavely – Sault Ste. Marie

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Indicative estimates based on ~2472 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

Origin

Stavely

Alberta · 50.16500, -113.64600

Stavely sits in southern Alberta on the transition between open prairie and the lower foothills, marked on provincial maps as a compact village amid cultivated fields and pasture. For drivers it serves as a local…

Destination

Sault Ste. Marie

Ontario · 46.53330, -84.35000

Sault Ste. Marie sits in northern Ontario on the Canadian shore of the St. Marys River where the waterway links two of the Great Lakes. Appearing on maps as a riverfront and lakeshore city, it serves as a local…

How to drive from Stavely to Sault Ste. Marie

The straight-line distance between Stavely (Alberta) and Sault Ste. Marie (Ontario) is about 2187.5 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: Stavely – Sault Ste. Marie

The route connects Alberta to Ontario: from Stavely to Sault Ste. Marie you cover roughly 2472 km on the road (geometric distance 2187.5 km). A long route (over 300 km). Plan multiple breaks and check highway traffic, weather, and fuel availability — particularly in remote sections. The live planner calculates the optimal route with step-by-step instructions and trip cost.

The trip starts at Stavely (Alberta) — coordinates 50.1650° N, -113.6460° E. The destination is Sault Ste. Marie (Ontario), at 46.5333° N, -84.3500° E.

Practical tips for the Stavely – 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 Manitou (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 2472 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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Frequently asked questions: Stavely – Sault Ste. Marie

What is the straight-line distance between Stavely and Sault Ste. Marie?

The straight-line distance between Stavely and Sault Ste. Marie is about 2187.5 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.

What is the estimated road distance from Stavely to Sault Ste. Marie?

The estimated road distance from Stavely to Sault Ste. Marie is about 2472 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 Stavely to Sault Ste. Marie?

Indicative drive time from Stavely to Sault Ste. Marie is about 27 h 28 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 Stavely 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 Stavely–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 Stavely 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 Stavely to Sault Ste. Marie?

A common alternative is going via Manitou or Killarney. Use the live planner to compare routes.

Can I open the Stavely–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 Stavely as origin and Sault Ste. Marie as destination.