Route from Sault Ste. Marie to Hull
Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Sault Ste. Marie to Hull — 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 Hull (Quebec). 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 Hull
The straight-line distance between Sault Ste. Marie and Hull is 676.6 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 765 km, with an indicative drive time of 8 h 30 min.
Trip cost and route type: Sault Ste. Marie – Hull
Driving directions from Sault Ste. Marie to Hull
The map shows the locations of Sault Ste. Marie (A) and Hull (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 Hull
Real distance: 797.6 km · Estimated time: 11 h 17 min
- Drive north on Wellington Street West. 462 m
- Turn right onto Second Line East/550. Continue on Second Line East. 4.7 km
- Take the exit. 2.1 km
- Turn left onto McNabb Street. 936 m
- Turn left onto 17/Trunk Road. 4.2 km
- Take the exit on the left. 294.2 km
- Keep left to stay on 17. 14.2 km
- Keep right to take 17 toward North Bay. 219 m
- Bear right onto 17/Highway 17. Continue on 17. 119.2 km
- Take exit 344 onto 17 East toward Ottawa. 59.5 km
- Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto 17/Valois Drive/Promenade Valois. 281.3 km
- Take exit 130 onto Holly Acres Road. 826 m
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 – Hull
Indicative estimates based on ~765 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 Sault Ste. Marie to Hull
The straight-line distance between Sault Ste. Marie (Ontario) and Hull (Quebec) is about 676.6 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 – Hull
From Sault Ste. Marie to Hull the estimated road distance is roughly 765 km (676.6 km straight line). The trip connects Ontario to Quebec and is a long route (over 300 km). Plan multiple breaks and check highway traffic, weather, and fuel availability — particularly in remote sections. The live planner provides turn-by-turn instructions, indicative arrival time, and a fuel-or-electricity cost estimate.
The trip starts at Sault Ste. Marie (Ontario) — coordinates 46.5333° N, -84.3500° E. The destination is Hull (Quebec), at 45.4333° N, -75.7333° E.
Practical tips for the Sault Ste. Marie – Hull 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 Hull in Quebec, St. Lawrence valley framed by the Laurentians and the Appalachians. The route also passes near Sturgeon Falls (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 765 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 Sault Ste. Marie – Hull route
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Routes with intermediate stops: Sault Ste. Marie → Sturgeon Falls · Sault Ste. Marie → West Nipissing / Nipissing Ouest · Sault Ste. Marie → South River
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Frequently asked questions: Sault Ste. Marie – Hull
What is the straight-line distance between Sault Ste. Marie and Hull?
The straight-line distance between Sault Ste. Marie and Hull is about 676.6 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 Hull?
The estimated road distance from Sault Ste. Marie to Hull is about 765 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 Hull?
Indicative drive time from Sault Ste. Marie to Hull is about 8 h 30 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 Hull?
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–Hull 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 Hull?
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 Hull?
A common alternative is going via Sturgeon Falls or West Nipissing / Nipissing Ouest. Use the live planner to compare routes.
Can I open the Sault Ste. Marie–Hull 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 Hull as destination.