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Route from Lorette to Elliot Lake

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

Distance from Lorette to Elliot Lake

The straight-line distance between Lorette and Elliot Lake is 1119.1 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 1265 km, with an indicative drive time of 14 h 3 min.

Straight-line distance 1119.1 km
Estimated road distance ~1265 km
Indicative drive time 14 h 3 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: Lorette – Elliot Lake

Route type Long

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

Indicative fuel cost $142–$192

Estimate: ~1265 km, 8 L/100 km, $1.65/L. ±15%. Excludes tolls.

Driving directions from Lorette to Elliot Lake

The map shows the locations of Lorette (A) and Elliot Lake (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 Lorette to Elliot Lake

Real distance: 1,554.3 km  ·  Estimated time: 19 h 25 min

🗓 Calculated on June 4, 2026
  1. Drive southeast on Therrien Street. 127 m
  2. Turn right onto Perron Street. 139 m
  3. Turn left onto Dawson Road/Chemin Dawson/PR 207. 11.0 km
  4. Turn right onto PTH 1 East/Trans-Canada Highway/Route Transcanadienne. 620.1 km
  5. Turn left onto Highway 102/102. Continue on 102. 32.9 km
  6. Turn left onto 11/17/Thunder Bay Expressway. 468.1 km
  7. Turn left to take the ramp. 51 m
  8. Bear left onto Highway 101/101. Continue on 101. 2.7 km
  9. Turn right onto Main Street/101. 307.5 km
  10. Turn left onto 554 Highway/554. 27.3 km
  11. Turn left onto 17/Highway 17. Continue on 17. 56.1 km
  12. Turn left onto Highway 108/108. 25.8 km

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

Estimate trip cost: Lorette – Elliot Lake

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Indicative estimates based on ~1265 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

Lorette

Manitoba · 49.74140, -96.87610

Lorette sits on the eastern fringe of the Winnipeg metropolitan area in southern Manitoba. The town of roughly 3,500 people occupies low-relief prairie with nearby pockets of woodlot and small watercourses, where…

Destination

Elliot Lake

Ontario · 46.38330, -82.65000

Elliot Lake sits in north-central Ontario on the Canadian Shield, roughly midway between larger southern corridors and more remote northern communities. It is a small urban centre in a lake-dotted, forested landscape…

How to drive from Lorette to Elliot Lake

The straight-line distance between Lorette (Manitoba) and Elliot Lake (Ontario) is about 1119.1 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: Lorette – Elliot Lake

The route from Lorette to Elliot Lake connects Manitoba to Ontario. The straight-line distance is about 1119.1 km, with an estimated road distance of 1265 km — a long route (over 300 km). Plan multiple breaks and check highway traffic, weather, and fuel availability — particularly in remote sections. Use the live planner for an up-to-date track, turn-by-turn directions, and a trip-cost estimate.

The trip starts at Lorette (Manitoba) — coordinates 49.7414° N, -96.8761° E. The destination is Elliot Lake (Ontario), at 46.3833° N, -82.6500° E.

Practical tips for the Lorette – Elliot Lake drive

Terrain along the way

The route starts in Manitoba — a province prairie and lake country, with thousands of lakes and rivers — and reaches Elliot Lake in Ontario, Great Lakes shoreline in the south, Canadian Shield forests across the north. The route also passes near Thunder Bay (Ontario).

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 1265 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: Lorette – Elliot Lake

What is the straight-line distance between Lorette and Elliot Lake?

The straight-line distance between Lorette and Elliot Lake is about 1119.1 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.

What is the estimated road distance from Lorette to Elliot Lake?

The estimated road distance from Lorette to Elliot Lake is about 1265 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 Lorette to Elliot Lake?

Indicative drive time from Lorette to Elliot Lake is about 14 h 3 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 Lorette to Elliot Lake?

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 Lorette–Elliot Lake 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 Lorette to Elliot Lake?

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 Lorette to Elliot Lake?

A common alternative is going via Thunder Bay. Use the live planner to compare routes.

Can I open the Lorette–Elliot Lake 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 Lorette as origin and Elliot Lake as destination.