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Route from Winkler to Sudbury

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

Distance from Winkler to Sudbury

The straight-line distance between Winkler and Sudbury is 1295.6 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 1464 km, with an indicative drive time of 16 h 16 min.

Straight-line distance 1295.6 km
Estimated road distance ~1464 km
Indicative drive time 16 h 16 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: Winkler – Sudbury

Route type Long

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

Indicative fuel cost $164–$222

Estimate: ~1464 km, 8 L/100 km, $1.65/L. ±15%. Excludes tolls.

Driving directions from Winkler to Sudbury

The map shows the locations of Winkler (A) and Sudbury (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 Winkler to Sudbury

Real distance: 1,677.8 km  ·  Estimated time: 21 h 49 min

🗓 Calculated on June 4, 2026
  1. Drive east on Mountain Avenue. 455 m
  2. Turn left onto 1st Street/North West Mounted Police Route/1st Street/Route de la police à cheval du Nord-Ouest/PTH 32. Continue on 1st Street/1st Street/PTH 32. 1.1 km
  3. Turn right onto Highway 14/PTH 14. Continue on PTH 14. 45.0 km
  4. Turn left onto PTH 75/Lord Selkirk Highway. Continue on PTH 75. 46.0 km
  5. Bear right toward PR 305/Sainte Agathe/Niverville. 266 m
  6. Bear right onto PR 305. 1.4 km
  7. Turn left onto Provincial Road 200/PR 200. 5.9 km
  8. Turn right onto Provincial Road 311. 32.2 km
  9. Turn left onto PTH 12/MOM's Way. 10.9 km
  10. Take the PTH 1 exit toward Kenora. 613.5 km
  11. Turn left onto Highway 102/102. Continue on 102. 32.9 km
  12. Turn left onto 11/17/Thunder Bay Expressway. 468.1 km

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

Estimate trip cost: Winkler – Sudbury

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Indicative estimates based on ~1464 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

Winkler

Manitoba · 49.18170, -97.93970

Winkler sits in southern Manitoba on the prairie at about 49.18°N, 97.94°W. As one of the larger urban centres in its part of the province, it serves as a focal point for traffic from surrounding towns and rural routes…

Destination

Sudbury

Ontario · 46.49000, -81.01000

Sudbury is in northeastern Ontario on the Canadian Shield, roughly midway between the province’s southern corridor and more remote northern districts. As the largest urban area in the immediate region, it serves as a…

How to drive from Winkler to Sudbury

The straight-line distance between Winkler (Manitoba) and Sudbury (Ontario) is about 1295.6 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: Winkler – Sudbury

From Winkler to Sudbury the estimated road distance is roughly 1464 km (1295.6 km straight line). The trip connects Manitoba to Ontario and is a long route (over 300 km). Plan multiple breaks and check highway traffic, weather, and fuel availability — particularly in remote sections. The live planner provides turn-by-turn instructions, indicative arrival time, and a fuel-or-electricity cost estimate.

The trip starts at Winkler (Manitoba) — coordinates 49.1817° N, -97.9397° E. The destination is Sudbury (Ontario), at 46.4900° N, -81.0100° E.

Practical tips for the Winkler – Sudbury drive

Terrain along the way

The route starts in Manitoba — a province prairie and lake country, with thousands of lakes and rivers — and reaches Sudbury 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 1464 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: Winkler – Sudbury

What is the straight-line distance between Winkler and Sudbury?

The straight-line distance between Winkler and Sudbury is about 1295.6 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.

What is the estimated road distance from Winkler to Sudbury?

The estimated road distance from Winkler to Sudbury is about 1464 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 Winkler to Sudbury?

Indicative drive time from Winkler to Sudbury is about 16 h 16 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 Winkler to Sudbury?

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 Winkler–Sudbury 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 Winkler to Sudbury?

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 Winkler to Sudbury?

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

Can I open the Winkler–Sudbury 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 Winkler as origin and Sudbury as destination.