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Route from Grosse Isle to Fort Frances

Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Grosse Isle to Fort Frances — 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 Grosse Isle (Manitoba) and Fort Frances (Ontario). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.

Distance from Grosse Isle to Fort Frances

The straight-line distance between Grosse Isle and Fort Frances is 334.7 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 378 km, with an indicative drive time of 4 h 12 min.

Straight-line distance 334.7 km
Estimated road distance ~378 km
Indicative drive time 4 h 12 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: Grosse Isle – Fort Frances

Route type Long

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

Indicative fuel cost $42–$57

Estimate: ~378 km, 8 L/100 km, $1.65/L. ±15%. Excludes tolls.

Driving directions from Grosse Isle to Fort Frances

The map shows the locations of Grosse Isle (A) and Fort Frances (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 Grosse Isle to Fort Frances

Real distance: 400.4 km  ·  Estimated time: 6 h 7 min

🗓 Calculated on June 3, 2026
  1. Drive southeast on PTH 6/Northern Woods and Water Route/route provinciale à grande circulation 6. 13.2 km
  2. Bear left toward 6 South/Winnipeg. 886 m
  3. Turn left onto Perimeter Highway. 37.2 km
  4. Take exit 1B onto 1 East toward Kenora. 26.9 km
  5. Take exit 375A onto 12 South toward Steinbach. 2.4 km
  6. Take the 207 exit toward Ste. Anne/La Broquerie. 3.9 km
  7. Turn right onto Provincial Road 210/PR 210. Continue on PR 210. 18.1 km
  8. Turn right onto Principale Street/PR 210/PR 302. 1.6 km
  9. Turn left onto Provincial Road 210/PR 210. 55.5 km
  10. Turn left onto PTH 12/MOM's Way. 31.0 km
  11. Turn right onto Main Street/PR 310. 4.2 km
  12. Turn left onto State Highway 310/MN 310. Continue on MN 310. 16.8 km

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

Estimate trip cost: Grosse Isle – Fort Frances

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Indicative estimates based on ~378 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

Grosse Isle

Manitoba · 50.06670, -97.45000

Grosse Isle is a small rural community in southern Manitoba, positioned northwest of Winnipeg within the province’s agricultural plain. On provincial maps it registers as a local settlement amid farmland rather than…

Destination

Fort Frances

Ontario · 48.61670, -93.40000

Fort Frances sits in northwestern Ontario on the western edge of the province’s lake-and-river country, where a small urban grid meets waterfront. As a compact town of about 7,739 people, it functions as a local access…

How to drive from Grosse Isle to Fort Frances

The straight-line distance between Grosse Isle (Manitoba) and Fort Frances (Ontario) is about 334.7 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: Grosse Isle – Fort Frances

The journey from Grosse Isle to Fort Frances covers roughly 378 km on the road, equal to 334.7 km straight line. The trip connects Manitoba 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 Grosse Isle (Manitoba) — coordinates 50.0667° N, -97.4500° E. The destination is Fort Frances (Ontario), at 48.6167° N, -93.4000° E.

Practical tips for the Grosse Isle – Fort Frances drive

Terrain along the way

The route starts in Manitoba — a province prairie and lake country, with thousands of lakes and rivers — and reaches Fort Frances in Ontario, Great Lakes shoreline in the south, Canadian Shield forests across the north.

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 378 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: Grosse Isle – Fort Frances

What is the straight-line distance between Grosse Isle and Fort Frances?

The straight-line distance between Grosse Isle and Fort Frances is about 334.7 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.

What is the estimated road distance from Grosse Isle to Fort Frances?

The estimated road distance from Grosse Isle to Fort Frances is about 378 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 Grosse Isle to Fort Frances?

Indicative drive time from Grosse Isle to Fort Frances is about 4 h 12 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 Grosse Isle to Fort Frances?

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 Grosse Isle–Fort Frances 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 Grosse Isle to Fort Frances?

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 Grosse Isle to Fort Frances?

For alternative routes, use the live planner: pick between highways, secondary roads, and shorter or scenic options.

Can I open the Grosse Isle–Fort Frances 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 Grosse Isle as origin and Fort Frances as destination.