Route from Meadow Lake to Sault Ste. Marie
Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Meadow Lake 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 Meadow Lake (Saskatchewan) 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 Meadow Lake to Sault Ste. Marie
The straight-line distance between Meadow Lake and Sault Ste. Marie is 1894 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 2140 km, with an indicative drive time of 23 h 47 min.
Trip cost and route type: Meadow Lake – Sault Ste. Marie
Driving directions from Meadow Lake to Sault Ste. Marie
The map shows the locations of Meadow Lake (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 Meadow Lake to Sault Ste. Marie
Real distance: 2,482.8 km · Estimated time: 30 h 20 min
- Drive north on 2nd Street West. 35 m
- Turn left onto 7th Avenue West. 1.1 km
- Turn left onto Highway 4/4. Continue on 4. 153.3 km
- Turn left onto Territorial Drive. 5.0 km
- Turn left onto Highway 16 Bypass/16B. 126.3 km
- Turn left onto 71 Street West. 5.5 km
- Turn right onto Wanuskewin Road. 529 m
- Turn left onto Marquis Drive. 11.4 km
- Turn left to take the 5 East ramp toward College Drive East. 54.1 km
- Turn right onto Veterans Memorial Highway/2. 19.9 km
- Turn left onto 16/Yellowhead Route/Route Yellowhead. Continue on 16. 91.7 km
- Turn left onto 16/Trans Canada Highway: Yellowhead Route. Continue on 16. 158.2 km
Standard car route without avoiding highways. For advanced options (motorcycle, bicycle, transit, avoid tolls) use the live planner above.
Estimate trip cost: Meadow Lake – Sault Ste. Marie
Indicative estimates based on ~2140 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 Meadow Lake to Sault Ste. Marie
The straight-line distance between Meadow Lake (Saskatchewan) and Sault Ste. Marie (Ontario) is about 1894 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: Meadow Lake – Sault Ste. Marie
From Meadow Lake to Sault Ste. Marie the estimated road distance is roughly 2140 km (1894 km straight line). The trip connects Saskatchewan to Ontario and is a long route (over 300 km). Plan multiple breaks and check highway traffic, weather, and fuel availability — particularly in remote sections. The live planner provides turn-by-turn instructions, indicative arrival time, and a fuel-or-electricity cost estimate.
The trip starts at Meadow Lake (Saskatchewan) — coordinates 54.1242° N, -108.4360° E. The destination is Sault Ste. Marie (Ontario), at 46.5333° N, -84.3500° E.
Practical tips for the Meadow Lake – Sault Ste. Marie 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 Sault Ste. Marie in Ontario, Great Lakes shoreline in the south, Canadian Shield forests across the north. The route also passes near St. Clements (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 2140 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 Meadow Lake – Sault Ste. Marie route
These cities are near the direct route between Meadow Lake and Sault Ste. Marie. They may be useful as a stopover or alternate destination.
Routes with intermediate stops: Meadow Lake → St. Clements · Meadow Lake → Powerview-Pine Falls · Meadow Lake → Beauséjour
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Frequently asked questions: Meadow Lake – Sault Ste. Marie
What is the straight-line distance between Meadow Lake and Sault Ste. Marie?
The straight-line distance between Meadow Lake and Sault Ste. Marie is about 1894 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.
What is the estimated road distance from Meadow Lake to Sault Ste. Marie?
The estimated road distance from Meadow Lake to Sault Ste. Marie is about 2140 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 Meadow Lake to Sault Ste. Marie?
Indicative drive time from Meadow Lake to Sault Ste. Marie is about 23 h 47 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 Meadow Lake 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 Meadow Lake–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 Meadow Lake 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 Meadow Lake to Sault Ste. Marie?
A common alternative is going via St. Clements or Powerview-Pine Falls. Use the live planner to compare routes.
Can I open the Meadow Lake–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 Meadow Lake as origin and Sault Ste. Marie as destination.