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Route from Les Coteaux to Sault Ste. Marie

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

Distance from Les Coteaux to Sault Ste. Marie

The straight-line distance between Les Coteaux and Sault Ste. Marie is 794.7 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 898 km, with an indicative drive time of 9 h 59 min.

Straight-line distance 794.7 km
Estimated road distance ~898 km
Indicative drive time 9 h 59 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: Les Coteaux – Sault Ste. Marie

Route type Long

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

Indicative fuel cost $101–$136

Estimate: ~898 km, 8 L/100 km, $1.65/L. ±15%. Excludes tolls.

Driving directions from Les Coteaux to Sault Ste. Marie

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

Real distance: 976.3 km  ·  Estimated time: 12 h 57 min

🗓 Calculated on June 4, 2026
  1. Drive southwest on Rue Delisle. 79 m
  2. Turn left onto Rue Sauvé. 1.4 km
  3. Turn right to take the 20 Ouest ramp toward Toronto. 117.8 km
  4. Take exit 721 onto 16 toward Johnstown/Kemptville/Ottawa. 511 m
  5. Keep right to take 16 toward Johnstown/Kemptville/Ottawa. 556 m
  6. Stay straight to take the 416 ramp. 72.7 km
  7. Keep left to take exit 75A onto 417 West toward Kanata/Pembroke. 282.8 km
  8. Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto 17/McConnell Street/Rue McConnell. 44 m
  9. Exit the roundabout onto 17/McConnell Street/Rue McConnell. Continue on 17. 58.7 km
  10. Take the 17 exit toward North Bay. 119.8 km
  11. Turn left to stay on 17. 14.0 km
  12. Keep left to take 17/Southwest By-Pass. 407 m

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

Estimate trip cost: Les Coteaux – Sault Ste. Marie

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Indicative estimates based on ~898 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

Les Coteaux

Quebec · 45.28000, -74.23000

Les Coteaux sits in Quebec’s southwestern lowlands on the south shore of the St. Lawrence River, positioned within the western outskirts of the Montreal area. On maps it reads as a compact riverfront town that links…

Destination

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…

How to drive from Les Coteaux to Sault Ste. Marie

The straight-line distance between Les Coteaux (Quebec) and Sault Ste. Marie (Ontario) is about 794.7 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: Les Coteaux – Sault Ste. Marie

The distance from Les Coteaux to Sault Ste. Marie is estimated at 898 km on a mixed road profile, starting from 794.7 km straight line. It is a long route (over 300 km) that connects Quebec to Ontario. Plan multiple breaks and check highway traffic, weather, and fuel availability — particularly in remote sections. Calculate the current route with the live planner for detailed instructions.

The trip starts at Les Coteaux (Quebec) — coordinates 45.2800° N, -74.2300° E. The destination is Sault Ste. Marie (Ontario), at 46.5333° N, -84.3500° E.

Practical tips for the Les Coteaux – Sault Ste. Marie drive

Terrain along the way

The route starts in Quebec — a province St. Lawrence valley framed by the Laurentians and the Appalachians — and reaches Sault Ste. Marie in Ontario, Great Lakes shoreline in the south, Canadian Shield forests across the north. The route also passes near South River (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 898 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: Les Coteaux → South River · Les Coteaux → Sundridge · Les Coteaux → Burks Falls

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Frequently asked questions: Les Coteaux – Sault Ste. Marie

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

The straight-line distance between Les Coteaux and Sault Ste. Marie is about 794.7 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.

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

The estimated road distance from Les Coteaux to Sault Ste. Marie is about 898 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 Les Coteaux to Sault Ste. Marie?

Indicative drive time from Les Coteaux to Sault Ste. Marie is about 9 h 59 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 Les Coteaux to Sault Ste. Marie?

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 Les Coteaux–Sault Ste. Marie 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 Les Coteaux to Sault Ste. Marie?

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 Les Coteaux to Sault Ste. Marie?

A common alternative is going via South River or Sundridge. Use the live planner to compare routes.

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