Route from Laird to Peninsula
Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Laird to Peninsula — 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 Laird (Saskatchewan) and Peninsula (Ontario). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.
Distance from Laird to Peninsula
The straight-line distance between Laird and Peninsula is 1484.7 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 1678 km, with an indicative drive time of 18 h 38 min.
Trip cost and route type: Laird – Peninsula
Driving directions from Laird to Peninsula
The map shows the locations of Laird (A) and Peninsula (B). Use the form below to calculate the up-to-date road route with turn-by-turn directions, real distance, and estimated drive time.
Turn-by-turn directions
Prefer another app? Open in Google Maps ↗
Driving directions from Laird to Peninsula
Real distance: 1,845.4 km · Estimated time: 22 h 55 min
- Drive south on 2 Avenue. 88 m
- Turn left onto King Street. 346 m
- Turn right. 4.9 km
- Turn left onto 312. 59.2 km
- Turn right onto Veterans Memorial Highway/2. 51.3 km
- Turn left onto Highway 5/5. Continue on 5. 85.7 km
- Turn right onto Highway 6 North/5/6. 269 m
- Turn left onto Railway Avenue Northwest/5. Continue on 5. 54.0 km
- Turn right onto Main Street South/35. Continue on 35. 23.9 km
- Turn left onto 16/Yellowhead Route. 109.4 km
- Turn right onto Yorkton Truck Bypass/52A. 3.1 km
- Turn left onto 52. 4.3 km
Standard car route without avoiding highways. For advanced options (motorcycle, bicycle, transit, avoid tolls) use the live planner above.
Estimate trip cost: Laird – Peninsula
Indicative estimates based on ~1678 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 Laird to Peninsula
The straight-line distance between Laird (Saskatchewan) and Peninsula (Ontario) is about 1484.7 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: Laird – Peninsula
The journey from Laird to Peninsula covers roughly 1678 km on the road, equal to 1484.7 km straight line. The trip connects Saskatchewan to Ontario 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 Laird (Saskatchewan) — coordinates 52.7120° N, -106.5900° E. The destination is Peninsula (Ontario), at 48.7167° N, -86.3833° E.
Practical tips for the Laird – Peninsula drive
Terrain along the way
The route starts in Saskatchewan — a province prairie to the south and boreal forest, lakes, and Shield country to the north — and reaches Peninsula in Ontario, Great Lakes shoreline in the south, Canadian Shield forests across the north. The route also passes near Powerview-Pine Falls (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 1678 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.
Explore Peninsula
Full information about Peninsula: interactive map, GPS coordinates, elevation, nearby cities, and routes to and from Peninsula.
Peninsula profile →Explore Laird
Full information about Laird: map, GPS coordinates, and all routes from Laird to other Canadian cities.
Laird profile →Related tools
Driving Directions
Live planner with turn-by-turn directions from Laird to Peninsula.
Interactive map
Open the area between Laird and Peninsula on the map.
GPS coordinates
Find precise coordinates for any point along the route.
Distance calculator
Measure straight-line distances between intermediate points.
Elevation
Check elevation along the route — useful for mountain passes.
Satellite map
View the terrain between Laird and Peninsula in satellite imagery.
Cities along the Laird – Peninsula route
These cities are near the direct route between Laird and Peninsula. They may be useful as a stopover or alternate destination.
Routes with intermediate stops: Laird → Powerview-Pine Falls · Laird → Gimli · Laird → Winnipeg Beach
Related routes
From Laird to other cities:
To Peninsula from other cities:
From Peninsula to intermediate cities:
Popular routes from Saskatchewan
Most-searched routes from Saskatchewan, ranked by popularity.
Frequently asked questions: Laird – Peninsula
What is the straight-line distance between Laird and Peninsula?
The straight-line distance between Laird and Peninsula is about 1484.7 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.
What is the estimated road distance from Laird to Peninsula?
The estimated road distance from Laird to Peninsula is about 1678 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 Laird to Peninsula?
Indicative drive time from Laird to Peninsula is about 18 h 38 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 Laird to Peninsula?
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 Laird–Peninsula 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 Laird to Peninsula?
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 Laird to Peninsula?
A common alternative is going via Powerview-Pine Falls or Gimli. Use the live planner to compare routes.
Can I open the Laird–Peninsula 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 Laird as origin and Peninsula as destination.