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Route from Fort Frances to Steady Brook

Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Fort Frances to Steady Brook — 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 Fort Frances (Ontario) and Steady Brook (Newfoundland and Labrador). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.

Distance from Fort Frances to Steady Brook

The straight-line distance between Fort Frances and Steady Brook is 2584.1 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 2920 km, with an indicative drive time of 32 h 27 min.

Straight-line distance 2584.1 km
Estimated road distance ~2920 km
Indicative drive time 32 h 27 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: Fort Frances – Steady Brook

Route type Long

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

Indicative fuel cost $328–$443

Estimate: ~2920 km, 8 L/100 km, $1.65/L. ±15%. Excludes tolls.

Driving directions from Fort Frances to Steady Brook

The map shows the locations of Fort Frances (A) and Steady Brook (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 Fort Frances to Steady Brook

Real distance: 3,787.2 km  ·  Estimated time: 55 h 17 min

🗓 Calculated on June 4, 2026
  1. Drive south on Walker Avenue. 18 m
  2. Turn left onto Sixth Street East. 338 m
  3. Turn right onto Portage Avenue North. 514 m
  4. Turn left onto Second Street East. 2.0 km
  5. Turn left onto 11/Agamiing Drive. Continue on 11. 278.5 km
  6. Take the exit. 21.0 km
  7. Turn left onto Highway 102/102. Continue on 102. 32.9 km
  8. Turn left onto 11/17/Thunder Bay Expressway. 108.0 km
  9. Turn left onto 11/Highway 11. Continue on 11. 613.4 km
  10. Take the 11 exit toward Iroquois Falls/North Bay. 107 m
  11. Bear right onto 11/Highway 11. Continue on 11. 136.1 km
  12. Turn left onto 66/Highway 66. 78.2 km

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

Estimate trip cost: Fort Frances – Steady Brook

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Indicative estimates based on ~2920 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

Fort Frances

Ontario · 48.61670, -93.40000

Fort Frances sits in northwestern Ontario on the western edge of the province’s lake-and-river country, where a small urban grid meets waterfront. As a compact town of about 7,739 people, it functions as a local access…

Destination

Steady Brook

Newfoundland and Labrador · 48.96670, -57.80000

Steady Brook sits on the west coast of Newfoundland and Labrador, set in a river valley near the foothills of the Long Range Mountains and close to the Bay of Islands. The town of about 416 people functions as a compact…

How to drive from Fort Frances to Steady Brook

The straight-line distance between Fort Frances (Ontario) and Steady Brook (Newfoundland and Labrador) is about 2584.1 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: Fort Frances – Steady Brook

Planning a trip from Fort Frances to Steady Brook means budgeting around 2920 km on the road and an indicative drive time of 32 h 27 min by car. The route connects Ontario to Newfoundland and Labrador and falls into a long route (over 300 km). Plan multiple breaks and check highway traffic, weather, and fuel availability — particularly in remote sections.

The trip starts at Fort Frances (Ontario) — coordinates 48.6167° N, -93.4000° E. The destination is Steady Brook (Newfoundland and Labrador), at 48.9667° N, -57.8000° E.

Practical tips for the Fort Frances – Steady Brook drive

Terrain along the way

The route starts in Ontario — a province Great Lakes shoreline in the south, Canadian Shield forests across the north — and reaches Steady Brook in Newfoundland and Labrador, rugged Atlantic coast and boreal interior, with high tides and sea cliffs. The route also passes near Obedjiwan (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 2920 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: Fort Frances – Steady Brook

What is the straight-line distance between Fort Frances and Steady Brook?

The straight-line distance between Fort Frances and Steady Brook is about 2584.1 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.

What is the estimated road distance from Fort Frances to Steady Brook?

The estimated road distance from Fort Frances to Steady Brook is about 2920 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 Fort Frances to Steady Brook?

Indicative drive time from Fort Frances to Steady Brook is about 32 h 27 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 Fort Frances to Steady Brook?

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 Fort Frances–Steady Brook 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 Fort Frances to Steady Brook?

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 Fort Frances to Steady Brook?

A common alternative is going via Obedjiwan or Oujé-Bougoumou. Use the live planner to compare routes.

Can I open the Fort Frances–Steady Brook 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 Fort Frances as origin and Steady Brook as destination.