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Route from Sault Ste. Marie to Turtleford

Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Sault Ste. Marie to Turtleford — 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 Turtleford (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 Turtleford

The straight-line distance between Sault Ste. Marie and Turtleford is 1905.2 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 2153 km, with an indicative drive time of 23 h 55 min.

Straight-line distance 1905.2 km
Estimated road distance ~2153 km
Indicative drive time 23 h 55 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 – Turtleford

Route type Long

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

Indicative fuel cost $242–$327

Estimate: ~2153 km, 8 L/100 km, $1.65/L. ±15%. Excludes tolls.

Driving directions from Sault Ste. Marie to Turtleford

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

Real distance: 2,413.9 km  ·  Estimated time: 29 h 31 min

🗓 Calculated on June 4, 2026
  1. Drive north on Wellington Street West. 3.7 km
  2. Turn right to take the ramp. 89 m
  3. Bear right onto Fourth Line East. 720 m
  4. Turn left onto Old Goulais Bay Road. 1.6 km
  5. Turn right onto Fifth Line East. 1.5 km
  6. Turn left onto 17/Great Northern Road. Continue on 17. 683.7 km
  7. Bear right toward 102 West/Dawson Road. 32.9 km
  8. Turn right onto 11/17/Highway 11/17. 639.5 km
  9. Take exit 348A onto 100 West toward Brandon. 40.4 km
  10. Take exit 42B onto PTH 1 West toward Brandon. 86.1 km
  11. Take the 16 West exit toward Saskatoon. 222 m
  12. 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 – Turtleford

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Indicative estimates based on ~2153 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

Turtleford

Saskatchewan · 53.38330, -108.95000

Turtleford sits in the north-central portion of Saskatchewan on the prairie–parkland margin. As a small town of roughly 525 residents, it appears on regional maps as a local junction where rural roads and provincial…

How to drive from Sault Ste. Marie to Turtleford

The straight-line distance between Sault Ste. Marie (Ontario) and Turtleford (Saskatchewan) is about 1905.2 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 – Turtleford

The route from Sault Ste. Marie to Turtleford connects Ontario to Saskatchewan. The straight-line distance is about 1905.2 km, with an estimated road distance of 2153 km — 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, turn-by-turn directions, and a trip-cost estimate.

The trip starts at Sault Ste. Marie (Ontario) — coordinates 46.5333° N, -84.3500° E. The destination is Turtleford (Saskatchewan), at 53.3833° N, -108.9500° E.

Practical tips for the Sault Ste. Marie – Turtleford 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 Turtleford in Saskatchewan, prairie to the south and boreal forest, lakes, and Shield country to the north. The route also passes near Springfield (Manitoba).

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 2153 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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Frequently asked questions: Sault Ste. Marie – Turtleford

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

The straight-line distance between Sault Ste. Marie and Turtleford is about 1905.2 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 Turtleford?

The estimated road distance from Sault Ste. Marie to Turtleford is about 2153 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 Turtleford?

Indicative drive time from Sault Ste. Marie to Turtleford is about 23 h 55 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 Turtleford?

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–Turtleford 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 Turtleford?

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 Turtleford?

A common alternative is going via Springfield or Tyndall. Use the live planner to compare routes.

Can I open the Sault Ste. Marie–Turtleford 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 Turtleford as destination.