Route from Meaford to Manitou
Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Meaford to Manitou — 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 Meaford (Ontario) and Manitou (Manitoba). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.
Distance from Meaford to Manitou
The straight-line distance between Meaford and Manitou is 1444.1 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 1632 km, with an indicative drive time of 18 h 8 min.
Trip cost and route type: Meaford – Manitou
Driving directions from Meaford to Manitou
The map shows the locations of Meaford (A) and Manitou (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 Meaford to Manitou
Real distance: 1,999.1 km · Estimated time: 27 h 25 min
- Drive west on 15 Sideroad. 666 m
- Turn right onto Grey Road 18/CR 18. 1.8 km
- Turn right onto Highway 26/26. Continue on 26. 45.4 km
- Turn left onto First Street/26. Continue on 26. 3.6 km
- Turn left onto Highway 26/26. 1.8 km
- Turn left onto Beachwood Road. 6.3 km
- Enter the roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto Mosley Street. 23.7 km
- Turn left onto Yonge Street North/CR 27. 14.5 km
- Turn left onto Old Fort Road/CR 58. 9.3 km
- Turn right onto Highway 12/12. Continue on 12. 13.0 km
- Turn left to take the 400 North ramp toward Sudbury. 234.5 km
- Take the 17 West ramp toward Sault Ste. Marie. 272.8 km
Standard car route without avoiding highways. For advanced options (motorcycle, bicycle, transit, avoid tolls) use the live planner above.
Estimate trip cost: Meaford – Manitou
Indicative estimates based on ~1632 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 Meaford to Manitou
The straight-line distance between Meaford (Ontario) and Manitou (Manitoba) is about 1444.1 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: Meaford – Manitou
The trip from Meaford to Manitou covers about 1632 km on the road (1444.1 km straight line). Plan multiple breaks and check highway traffic, weather, and fuel availability — particularly in remote sections. The route connects Ontario to Manitoba 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 Meaford (Ontario) — coordinates 44.5800° N, -80.7300° E. The destination is Manitou (Manitoba), at 49.2424° N, -98.5335° E.
Practical tips for the Meaford – Manitou 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 Manitou in Manitoba, prairie and lake country, with thousands of lakes and rivers. 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 1632 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 Meaford – Manitou route
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Routes with intermediate stops: Meaford → Thunder Bay
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Frequently asked questions: Meaford – Manitou
What is the straight-line distance between Meaford and Manitou?
The straight-line distance between Meaford and Manitou is about 1444.1 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.
What is the estimated road distance from Meaford to Manitou?
The estimated road distance from Meaford to Manitou is about 1632 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 Meaford to Manitou?
Indicative drive time from Meaford to Manitou is about 18 h 8 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 Meaford to Manitou?
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 Meaford–Manitou 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 Meaford to Manitou?
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 Meaford to Manitou?
A common alternative is going via Thunder Bay. Use the live planner to compare routes.
Can I open the Meaford–Manitou 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 Meaford as origin and Manitou as destination.