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Route from Wendake to Sault Ste. Marie

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

The straight-line distance between Wendake and Sault Ste. Marie is 989.9 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 1119 km, with an indicative drive time of 12 h 26 min.

Straight-line distance 989.9 km
Estimated road distance ~1119 km
Indicative drive time 12 h 26 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: Wendake – 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 $126–$170

Estimate: ~1119 km, 8 L/100 km, $1.65/L. ±15%. Excludes tolls.

Driving directions from Wendake to Sault Ste. Marie

The map shows the locations of Wendake (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 Wendake to Sault Ste. Marie

Real distance: 1,254.4 km  ·  Estimated time: 18 h 8 min

🗓 Calculated on June 4, 2026
  1. Drive northwest on Rue Chef-Thomas-Martin. 314 m
  2. Turn right onto Rue Chef-Max-Gros-Louis. 1.0 km
  3. Turn left onto Boulevard de la Colline. 2.2 km
  4. Turn left onto Rue Lepire. 2.0 km
  5. Turn right onto Boulevard Valcartier. 1.3 km
  6. Turn left onto Route Léo-Major/371. 5.2 km
  7. Turn right onto Route de l'Aéroport. 11.6 km
  8. Turn left onto Route de Fossambault/367. 6.3 km
  9. Turn right onto Route Grand-Capsa/358. Continue on 358. 13.6 km
  10. Turn right onto Rue Dupont/358/365. Continue on 358. 11.0 km
  11. Turn right to take the 40 ramp. 83.4 km
  12. Keep right to stay on 40 toward Montréal/Shawinigan. 2.8 km

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

Estimate trip cost: Wendake – Sault Ste. Marie

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Indicative estimates based on ~1119 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

Wendake

Quebec · 46.86930, -71.36280

Wendake sits immediately northwest of central Quebec City in the province of Quebec. The community is a compact Huron-Wendat settlement within the Quebec City metropolitan area, occupying a small footprint amid suburban…

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 Wendake to Sault Ste. Marie

The straight-line distance between Wendake (Quebec) and Sault Ste. Marie (Ontario) is about 989.9 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: Wendake – Sault Ste. Marie

Planning a trip from Wendake to Sault Ste. Marie means budgeting around 1119 km on the road and an indicative drive time of 12 h 26 min by car. The route connects Quebec to Ontario and falls into a long route (over 300 km). Plan multiple breaks and check highway traffic, weather, and fuel availability — particularly in remote sections.

The trip starts at Wendake (Quebec) — coordinates 46.8693° N, -71.3628° E. The destination is Sault Ste. Marie (Ontario), at 46.5333° N, -84.3500° E.

Practical tips for the Wendake – 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 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 1119 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: Wendake – Sault Ste. Marie

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

The straight-line distance between Wendake and Sault Ste. Marie is about 989.9 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.

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

The estimated road distance from Wendake to Sault Ste. Marie is about 1119 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 Wendake to Sault Ste. Marie?

Indicative drive time from Wendake to Sault Ste. Marie is about 12 h 26 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 Wendake 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 Wendake–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 Wendake 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 Wendake to Sault Ste. Marie?

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

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