Route from Sault Ste. Marie to Carrot River
Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Sault Ste. Marie to Carrot River — 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 Carrot River (Saskatchewan). 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 Carrot River
The straight-line distance between Sault Ste. Marie and Carrot River is 1561.5 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 1764 km, with an indicative drive time of 19 h 36 min.
Trip cost and route type: Sault Ste. Marie – Carrot River
Driving directions from Sault Ste. Marie to Carrot River
The map shows the locations of Sault Ste. Marie (A) and Carrot River (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 Carrot River
Real distance: 2,156.6 km · Estimated time: 26 h 15 min
- Drive north on Wellington Street West. 3.7 km
- Turn right to take the ramp. 89 m
- Bear right onto Fourth Line East. 720 m
- Turn left onto Old Goulais Bay Road. 1.6 km
- Turn right onto Fifth Line East. 1.5 km
- Turn left onto 17/Great Northern Road. Continue on 17. 683.7 km
- Bear right toward 102 West/Dawson Road. 32.9 km
- Turn right onto 11/17/Highway 11/17. 639.5 km
- Take exit 348A onto 100 West toward Brandon. 40.4 km
- Take exit 42B onto PTH 1 West toward Brandon. 86.1 km
- Take the 16 West exit toward Saskatoon. 222 m
- Bear right onto PTH 16/Yellowhead Highway/Route Yellowhead. Continue on PTH 16. 115.3 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 – Carrot River
Indicative estimates based on ~1764 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 Carrot River
The straight-line distance between Sault Ste. Marie (Ontario) and Carrot River (Saskatchewan) is about 1561.5 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 – Carrot River
The journey from Sault Ste. Marie to Carrot River covers roughly 1764 km on the road, equal to 1561.5 km straight line. The trip connects Ontario to Saskatchewan and is classified as a long route (over 300 km). Plan multiple breaks and check highway traffic, weather, and fuel availability — particularly in remote sections. Open the interactive planner for the route map, turns, and a fuel-or-EV cost calculator.
The trip starts at Sault Ste. Marie (Ontario) — coordinates 46.5333° N, -84.3500° E. The destination is Carrot River (Saskatchewan), at 53.2833° N, -103.5830° E.
Practical tips for the Sault Ste. Marie – Carrot River 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 Carrot River in Saskatchewan, prairie to the south and boreal forest, lakes, and Shield country to the north. The route also passes near Kenora (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 1764 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 – Carrot River route
These cities are near the direct route between Sault Ste. Marie and Carrot River. They may be useful as a stopover or alternate destination.
Routes with intermediate stops: Sault Ste. Marie → Kenora · Sault Ste. Marie → Keewatin · Sault Ste. Marie → Rainy River
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Frequently asked questions: Sault Ste. Marie – Carrot River
What is the straight-line distance between Sault Ste. Marie and Carrot River?
The straight-line distance between Sault Ste. Marie and Carrot River is about 1561.5 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 Carrot River?
The estimated road distance from Sault Ste. Marie to Carrot River is about 1764 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 Carrot River?
Indicative drive time from Sault Ste. Marie to Carrot River is about 19 h 36 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 Carrot River?
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–Carrot River 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 Carrot River?
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 Carrot River?
A common alternative is going via Kenora or Keewatin. Use the live planner to compare routes.
Can I open the Sault Ste. Marie–Carrot River 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 Carrot River as destination.