Route from Morden to Owen Sound
Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Morden to Owen Sound — 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 Owen Sound (Ontario). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.
Distance from Morden to Owen Sound
The straight-line distance between Morden and Owen Sound is 1398.6 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 1580 km, with an indicative drive time of 17 h 34 min.
Trip cost and route type: Morden – Owen Sound
Driving directions from Morden to Owen Sound
The map shows the locations of Morden (A) and Owen Sound (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 Owen Sound
Real distance: 2,117.3 km · Estimated time: 28 h 2 min
- Drive north on 7th Street. 45 m
- Turn right onto Thornhill Street/PTH 3. 57.1 km
- Turn left onto PTH 75/Lord Selkirk Highway. Continue on PTH 75. 18.2 km
- Turn right onto Montreal Avenue East/PTH 23. Continue on PTH 23. 28.6 km
- Bear right. 219 m
- Bear right onto Provincial Trunk Highway 59/PTH 59. 3.6 km
- Turn left onto Provincial Road 403/PR 403. 25.4 km
- Turn right onto PTH 12/MOM's Way. Continue on MOM's Way. 112.3 km
- Enter the roundabout and take the 3rd exit. 57 m
- Exit the roundabout. 493 m
- Bear right onto MN 11/State Avenue. Continue on MN 11. 59.7 km
- Turn left toward Canada. 93.0 km
Standard car route without avoiding highways. For advanced options (motorcycle, bicycle, transit, avoid tolls) use the live planner above.
Estimate trip cost: Morden – Owen Sound
Indicative estimates based on ~1580 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 Morden to Owen Sound
The straight-line distance between Morden (Manitoba) and Owen Sound (Ontario) is about 1398.6 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 – Owen Sound
The route from Morden to Owen Sound connects Manitoba to Ontario. The straight-line distance is about 1398.6 km, with an estimated road distance of 1580 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 Morden (Manitoba) — coordinates 49.1919° N, -98.1006° E. The destination is Owen Sound (Ontario), at 44.5667° N, -80.9333° E.
Practical tips for the Morden – Owen Sound drive
Terrain along the way
The route starts in Manitoba — a province prairie and lake country, with thousands of lakes and rivers — and reaches Owen Sound 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 1580 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 – Owen Sound
What is the straight-line distance between Morden and Owen Sound?
The straight-line distance between Morden and Owen Sound is about 1398.6 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.
What is the estimated road distance from Morden to Owen Sound?
The estimated road distance from Morden to Owen Sound is about 1580 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 Owen Sound?
Indicative drive time from Morden to Owen Sound is about 17 h 34 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 Owen Sound?
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–Owen Sound 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 Owen Sound?
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 Owen Sound?
A common alternative is going via Thunder Bay. Use the live planner to compare routes.
Can I open the Morden–Owen Sound 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 Owen Sound as destination.