Driving route · Canada

Route from Rockwood to Grunthal

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

Distance from Rockwood to Grunthal

The straight-line distance between Rockwood and Grunthal is 1428.4 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 1614 km, with an indicative drive time of 17 h 56 min.

Straight-line distance 1428.4 km
Estimated road distance ~1614 km
Indicative drive time 17 h 56 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: Rockwood – Grunthal

Route type Long

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

Indicative fuel cost $181–$245

Estimate: ~1614 km, 8 L/100 km, $1.65/L. ±15%. Excludes tolls.

Driving directions from Rockwood to Grunthal

The map shows the locations of Rockwood (A) and Grunthal (B). Use the form below to calculate the up-to-date road route with turn-by-turn directions, real distance, and estimated drive time.

Avoid:

Prefer another app? Open in Google Maps ↗

Driving directions from Rockwood to Grunthal

Real distance: 1,949.4 km  ·  Estimated time: 26 h 1 min

🗓 Calculated on June 4, 2026
  1. Drive southwest on Pine Street. 64 m
  2. Turn right onto Water Street. 74 m
  3. Turn left onto George Street. 130 m
  4. Turn left onto Main Street South/7. Continue on 7. 2.2 km
  5. Turn right onto Sideroad 32/RR 32. Continue on RR 32. 1.7 km
  6. Turn left onto Guelph Line/1. 7.3 km
  7. Turn right onto 20 Side Road/RR 34. 10.7 km
  8. Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Wellington Road 34/CR 34. 2.0 km
  9. Bear right. 23 m
  10. Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Wellington Road 34/CR 34. 1.3 km
  11. Turn right onto Wellington Road 53/CR 53. 777 m
  12. Take the 6 ramp. 1.5 km

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

Estimate trip cost: Rockwood – Grunthal

Litres estimated
Fuel cost
Toll estimate
Total estimate
Range ±15%

Indicative estimates based on ~1614 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

Rockwood

Ontario · 43.61560, -80.13640

Rockwood sits in southern Ontario amid a mix of farmland, woodlots and limestone outcrops. A small community of roughly 5,500 people, it functions on provincial maps as a local waypoint where regional roads converge and…

Destination

Grunthal

Manitoba · 49.40650, -96.86030

Grunthal sits in southern Manitoba on the province’s agricultural plain, positioned among small towns and farm communities in a largely rural landscape. With a population of about 1,782, the community functions as a…

How to drive from Rockwood to Grunthal

The straight-line distance between Rockwood (Ontario) and Grunthal (Manitoba) is about 1428.4 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: Rockwood – Grunthal

Driving directions from Rockwood to Grunthal: estimated road distance 1614 km, indicative time about 17 h 56 min by car. The route connects Ontario to Manitoba — 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 with turn-by-turn directions.

The trip starts at Rockwood (Ontario) — coordinates 43.6156° N, -80.1364° E. The destination is Grunthal (Manitoba), at 49.4065° N, -96.8603° E.

Practical tips for the Rockwood – Grunthal 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 Grunthal 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 1614 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.

Explore Grunthal

Full information about Grunthal: interactive map, GPS coordinates, elevation, nearby cities, and routes to and from Grunthal.

Grunthal profile →

Explore Rockwood

Full information about Rockwood: map, GPS coordinates, and all routes from Rockwood to other Canadian cities.

Rockwood profile →

Related tools

Cities along the Rockwood – Grunthal route

These cities are near the direct route between Rockwood and Grunthal. They may be useful as a stopover or alternate destination.

Routes with intermediate stops: Rockwood → Thunder Bay · Rockwood → Peninsula

Related routes

From Rockwood to other cities:

To Grunthal from other cities:

From Grunthal to intermediate cities:

All info about Rockwood →  ·  All info about Grunthal →

Popular routes from Ontario

Most-searched routes from Ontario, ranked by popularity.

All cities of Ontario →

Frequently asked questions: Rockwood – Grunthal

What is the straight-line distance between Rockwood and Grunthal?

The straight-line distance between Rockwood and Grunthal is about 1428.4 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.

What is the estimated road distance from Rockwood to Grunthal?

The estimated road distance from Rockwood to Grunthal is about 1614 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 Rockwood to Grunthal?

Indicative drive time from Rockwood to Grunthal is about 17 h 56 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 Rockwood to Grunthal?

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 Rockwood–Grunthal 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 Rockwood to Grunthal?

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 Rockwood to Grunthal?

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

Can I open the Rockwood–Grunthal 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 Rockwood as origin and Grunthal as destination.