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Route from Sault Ste. Marie to Coxheath

Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Sault Ste. Marie to Coxheath — 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 Sault Ste. Marie (Ontario) and Coxheath (Nova Scotia). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.

Distance from Sault Ste. Marie to Coxheath

The straight-line distance between Sault Ste. Marie and Coxheath is 1845.2 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 2085 km, with an indicative drive time of 23 h 10 min.

Straight-line distance 1845.2 km
Estimated road distance ~2085 km
Indicative drive time 23 h 10 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: Sault Ste. Marie – Coxheath

Route type Long

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

Indicative fuel cost $234–$317

Estimate: ~2085 km, 8 L/100 km, $1.65/L. ±15%. Excludes tolls.

Driving directions from Sault Ste. Marie to Coxheath

The map shows the locations of Sault Ste. Marie (A) and Coxheath (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 Sault Ste. Marie to Coxheath

Real distance: 2,461.8 km  ·  Estimated time: 32 h 8 min

🗓 Calculated on June 3, 2026
  1. Drive north on Wellington Street West. 462 m
  2. Turn right onto Second Line East/550. Continue on Second Line East. 4.7 km
  3. Take the exit. 2.1 km
  4. Turn left onto McNabb Street. 936 m
  5. Turn left onto 17/Trunk Road. 4.2 km
  6. Take the exit on the left. 294.2 km
  7. Keep left to stay on 17. 14.2 km
  8. Keep right to take 17 toward North Bay. 219 m
  9. Bear right onto 17/Highway 17. Continue on 17. 119.2 km
  10. Take exit 344 onto 17 East toward Ottawa. 59.5 km
  11. Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto 17/Valois Drive/Promenade Valois. 280.7 km
  12. Take exit 131 onto 416 South/416 Sud toward 401. 3.7 km

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

Estimate trip cost: Sault Ste. Marie – Coxheath

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Indicative estimates based on ~2085 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

Sault Ste. Marie

Ontario · 46.53330, -84.35000

Sault Ste. Marie sits in northern Ontario on the Canadian shore of the St. Marys River where the waterway links two of the Great Lakes. Appearing on maps as a riverfront and lakeshore city, it serves as a local…

Destination

Coxheath

Nova Scotia · 46.11670, -60.23330

Coxheath sits on Cape Breton Island in northeastern Nova Scotia, on the outskirts of the urban area surrounding Sydney. On regional maps it appears as a suburban and semi-rural community that provides local access…

How to drive from Sault Ste. Marie to Coxheath

The straight-line distance between Sault Ste. Marie (Ontario) and Coxheath (Nova Scotia) is about 1845.2 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: Sault Ste. Marie – Coxheath

Planning a trip from Sault Ste. Marie to Coxheath means budgeting around 2085 km on the road and an indicative drive time of 23 h 10 min by car. The route connects Ontario to Nova Scotia 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 Sault Ste. Marie (Ontario) — coordinates 46.5333° N, -84.3500° E. The destination is Coxheath (Nova Scotia), at 46.1167° N, -60.2333° E.

Practical tips for the Sault Ste. Marie – Coxheath 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 Coxheath in Nova Scotia, maritime, with Atlantic coves, harbours, and Cape Breton's highlands. The route also passes near Gentilly (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 2085 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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Routes with intermediate stops: Sault Ste. Marie → Gentilly · Sault Ste. Marie → Wôlinak · Sault Ste. Marie → Bécancour

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Frequently asked questions: Sault Ste. Marie – Coxheath

What is the straight-line distance between Sault Ste. Marie and Coxheath?

The straight-line distance between Sault Ste. Marie and Coxheath is about 1845.2 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.

What is the estimated road distance from Sault Ste. Marie to Coxheath?

The estimated road distance from Sault Ste. Marie to Coxheath is about 2085 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 Sault Ste. Marie to Coxheath?

Indicative drive time from Sault Ste. Marie to Coxheath is about 23 h 10 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 Sault Ste. Marie to Coxheath?

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 Sault Ste. Marie–Coxheath 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 Sault Ste. Marie to Coxheath?

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 Sault Ste. Marie to Coxheath?

A common alternative is going via Gentilly or Wôlinak. Use the live planner to compare routes.

Can I open the Sault Ste. Marie–Coxheath 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 Sault Ste. Marie as origin and Coxheath as destination.