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Route from Morden to Brant

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

Distance from Morden to Brant

The straight-line distance between Morden and Brant is 1518.9 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 1716 km, with an indicative drive time of 19 h 4 min.

Straight-line distance 1518.9 km
Estimated road distance ~1716 km
Indicative drive time 19 h 4 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: Morden – Brant

Route type Long

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

Indicative fuel cost $193–$260

Estimate: ~1716 km, 8 L/100 km, $1.65/L. ±15%. Excludes tolls.

Driving directions from Morden to Brant

The map shows the locations of Morden (A) and Brant (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 Morden to Brant

Real distance: 2,014.6 km  ·  Estimated time: 26 h 50 min

🗓 Calculated on June 3, 2026
  1. Drive north on 7th Street. 45 m
  2. Turn right onto Thornhill Street/PTH 3. 57.0 km
  3. Turn right toward PTH 75 South/Emerson. 139.0 km
  4. Take exit 145 onto US 81 Business/North Washington Street. 597 m
  5. Turn left onto North Washington Street/US 81 Business. 7.0 km
  6. Bear left onto US 2 East/Gateway Drive. 149 m
  7. Bear right onto North 5th Street/US 2 Business. 1.6 km
  8. Turn left onto DeMers Avenue/US 2 Business. 908 m
  9. Turn right onto 4th Street Northwest/US 2 BUS. 4.1 km
  10. Turn right onto US 2 East/MN 220/US-2/MN-220. Continue on US 2 East. 35.5 km
  11. Turn left onto US 2 East/West Robert Street. Continue on US 2 East. 135.4 km
  12. Keep right to take US 2 East/Paul Bunyan Expressway toward Grand Rapids/Park Rapids. 27.8 km

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

Estimate trip cost: Morden – Brant

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Indicative estimates based on ~1716 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

Morden

Manitoba · 49.19190, -98.10060

Morden sits in southern Manitoba's Pembina Valley on the prairie plain of the province. As a small city of about 9,900 people, it appears on regional maps as a local concentration of services and a waypoint for drivers…

Destination

Brant

Ontario · 43.11670, -80.36670

Brant sits in southern Ontario as a mid-sized inland community surrounded by farmland and suburban development. On provincial maps it functions as a local urban centre and crossroads for regional travel, where motorists…

How to drive from Morden to Brant

The straight-line distance between Morden (Manitoba) and Brant (Ontario) is about 1518.9 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: Morden – Brant

The trip from Morden to Brant covers about 1716 km on the road (1518.9 km straight line). Plan multiple breaks and check highway traffic, weather, and fuel availability — particularly in remote sections. The route connects Manitoba to Ontario and is classified as a long route (over 300 km). Click "Update route" for the latest track, turns, and fuel-cost estimate.

The trip starts at Morden (Manitoba) — coordinates 49.1919° N, -98.1006° E. The destination is Brant (Ontario), at 43.1167° N, -80.3667° E.

Practical tips for the Morden – Brant drive

Terrain along the way

The route starts in Manitoba — a province prairie and lake country, with thousands of lakes and rivers — and reaches Brant 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 1716 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: Morden – Brant

What is the straight-line distance between Morden and Brant?

The straight-line distance between Morden and Brant is about 1518.9 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.

What is the estimated road distance from Morden to Brant?

The estimated road distance from Morden to Brant is about 1716 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 Morden to Brant?

Indicative drive time from Morden to Brant is about 19 h 4 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 Morden to Brant?

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 Morden–Brant 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 Morden to Brant?

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 Morden to Brant?

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

Can I open the Morden–Brant 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 Morden as origin and Brant as destination.