Route from Grand Falls to Sault Ste. Marie
Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Grand Falls to Sault Ste. Marie — 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 Grand Falls (Newfoundland and Labrador) and Sault Ste. Marie (Ontario). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.
Distance from Grand Falls to Sault Ste. Marie
The straight-line distance between Grand Falls and Sault Ste. Marie is 2148.8 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 2428 km, with an indicative drive time of 26 h 59 min.
Trip cost and route type: Grand Falls – Sault Ste. Marie
Driving directions from Grand Falls to Sault Ste. Marie
The map shows the locations of Grand Falls (A) and Sault Ste. Marie (B). Use the form below to calculate the up-to-date road route with turn-by-turn directions, real distance, and estimated drive time.
Turn-by-turn directions
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Driving directions from Grand Falls to Sault Ste. Marie
Real distance: 3,143.8 km · Estimated time: 46 h 57 min
- Drive southwest. 74 m
- Turn right onto Price's Avenue. 134 m
- Turn right onto Park Street. 369 m
- Turn left onto Toulett Drive. 2.6 km
- Turn right to take the 1 ramp. 474.3 km
- Bear left to stay on 1. 408 m
- Take the North Sydney - Port aux Basques Ferry. 177.3 km
- Drive northwest on NS 105/TCH/Highway 105/Trans Canada Highway/Highway 105 Route Transcanadienne/Highway 105. Continue on Highway 105/Highway 105. 94.9 km
- Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Highway 105/Trans Canada Highway/Highway 105 Route Transcanadienne/Highway 105. 87 m
- Bear right onto NS 105/TCH/Highway 105/Trans Canada Highway/Highway 105 Route Transcanadienne/Highway 105. Continue on TCH. 47.4 km
- Bear left onto NS 104/NS 4/TCH. Continue on TCH. 364.9 km
- Keep right to take NB 2/TCH/Route 2/Route 2 Highway toward Fredericton. 128.9 km
Standard car route without avoiding highways. For advanced options (motorcycle, bicycle, transit, avoid tolls) use the live planner above.
Estimate trip cost: Grand Falls – Sault Ste. Marie
Indicative estimates based on ~2428 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 Grand Falls to Sault Ste. Marie
The straight-line distance between Grand Falls (Newfoundland and Labrador) and Sault Ste. Marie (Ontario) is about 2148.8 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: Grand Falls – Sault Ste. Marie
The journey from Grand Falls to Sault Ste. Marie covers roughly 2428 km on the road, equal to 2148.8 km straight line. The trip connects Newfoundland and Labrador 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 Grand Falls (Newfoundland and Labrador) — coordinates 48.9578° N, -55.6633° E. The destination is Sault Ste. Marie (Ontario), at 46.5333° N, -84.3500° E.
Practical tips for the Grand Falls – Sault Ste. Marie drive
Terrain along the way
The route starts in Newfoundland and Labrador — a province rugged Atlantic coast and boreal interior, with high tides and sea cliffs — and reaches Sault Ste. Marie in Ontario, Great Lakes shoreline in the south, Canadian Shield forests across the north. The route also passes near Pointe-au-Pic (Quebec).
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 2428 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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Cities along the Grand Falls – Sault Ste. Marie route
These cities are near the direct route between Grand Falls and Sault Ste. Marie. They may be useful as a stopover or alternate destination.
Routes with intermediate stops: Grand Falls → Pointe-au-Pic · Grand Falls → Rivière-du-Loup · Grand Falls → Trois-Pistoles
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Frequently asked questions: Grand Falls – Sault Ste. Marie
What is the straight-line distance between Grand Falls and Sault Ste. Marie?
The straight-line distance between Grand Falls and Sault Ste. Marie is about 2148.8 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.
What is the estimated road distance from Grand Falls to Sault Ste. Marie?
The estimated road distance from Grand Falls to Sault Ste. Marie is about 2428 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 Grand Falls to Sault Ste. Marie?
Indicative drive time from Grand Falls to Sault Ste. Marie is about 26 h 59 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 Grand Falls to Sault Ste. Marie?
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 Grand Falls–Sault Ste. Marie 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 Grand Falls to Sault Ste. Marie?
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 Grand Falls to Sault Ste. Marie?
A common alternative is going via Pointe-au-Pic or Rivière-du-Loup. Use the live planner to compare routes.
Can I open the Grand Falls–Sault Ste. Marie 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 Grand Falls as origin and Sault Ste. Marie as destination.