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Route from Sault Ste. Marie to Saint-Charles-des-Grondines

Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Sault Ste. Marie to Saint-Charles-des-Grondines — 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 Saint-Charles-des-Grondines (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 Saint-Charles-des-Grondines

The straight-line distance between Sault Ste. Marie and Saint-Charles-des-Grondines is 940.7 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 1063 km, with an indicative drive time of 11 h 49 min.

Straight-line distance 940.7 km
Estimated road distance ~1063 km
Indicative drive time 11 h 49 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 – Saint-Charles-des-Grondines

Route type Long

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

Indicative fuel cost $119–$161

Estimate: ~1063 km, 8 L/100 km, $1.65/L. ±15%. Excludes tolls.

Driving directions from Sault Ste. Marie to Saint-Charles-des-Grondines

The map shows the locations of Sault Ste. Marie (A) and Saint-Charles-des-Grondines (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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Estimate trip cost: Sault Ste. Marie – Saint-Charles-des-Grondines

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Indicative estimates based on ~1063 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

Saint-Charles-des-Grondines

Quebec · 46.59970, -72.03300

Saint-Charles-des-Grondines sits on Quebec’s north shore of the St. Lawrence River, roughly between the Quebec City and Trois-Rivières corridors. The community reads on a map as a compact riverside village serving…

How to drive from Sault Ste. Marie to Saint-Charles-des-Grondines

The straight-line distance between Sault Ste. Marie (Ontario) and Saint-Charles-des-Grondines (Quebec) is about 940.7 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 – Saint-Charles-des-Grondines

The route connects Ontario to Quebec: from Sault Ste. Marie to Saint-Charles-des-Grondines you cover roughly 1063 km on the road (geometric distance 940.7 km). A long route (over 300 km). Plan multiple breaks and check highway traffic, weather, and fuel availability — particularly in remote sections. The live planner calculates the optimal route with step-by-step instructions and trip cost.

The trip starts at Sault Ste. Marie (Ontario) — coordinates 46.5333° N, -84.3500° E. The destination is Saint-Charles-des-Grondines (Quebec), at 46.5997° N, -72.0330° E.

Practical tips for the Sault Ste. Marie – Saint-Charles-des-Grondines 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 Saint-Charles-des-Grondines in Quebec, St. Lawrence valley framed by the Laurentians and the Appalachians. The route also passes near Mattawa (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 1063 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 – Saint-Charles-des-Grondines route

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Routes with intermediate stops: Sault Ste. Marie → Mattawa · Sault Ste. Marie → Kebaowek · Sault Ste. Marie → Thorne

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Frequently asked questions: Sault Ste. Marie – Saint-Charles-des-Grondines

What is the straight-line distance between Sault Ste. Marie and Saint-Charles-des-Grondines?

The straight-line distance between Sault Ste. Marie and Saint-Charles-des-Grondines is about 940.7 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 Saint-Charles-des-Grondines?

The estimated road distance from Sault Ste. Marie to Saint-Charles-des-Grondines is about 1063 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 Saint-Charles-des-Grondines?

Indicative drive time from Sault Ste. Marie to Saint-Charles-des-Grondines is about 11 h 49 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 Saint-Charles-des-Grondines?

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–Saint-Charles-des-Grondines 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 Saint-Charles-des-Grondines?

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 Saint-Charles-des-Grondines?

A common alternative is going via Mattawa or Kebaowek. Use the live planner to compare routes.

Can I open the Sault Ste. Marie–Saint-Charles-des-Grondines 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 Saint-Charles-des-Grondines as destination.