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Route from Oxbow to Drayton

Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Oxbow to Drayton — 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 Oxbow (Saskatchewan) and Drayton (Ontario). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.

Distance from Oxbow to Drayton

The straight-line distance between Oxbow and Drayton is 1747.3 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 1974 km, with an indicative drive time of 21 h 56 min.

Straight-line distance 1747.3 km
Estimated road distance ~1974 km
Indicative drive time 21 h 56 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: Oxbow – Drayton

Route type Long

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

Indicative fuel cost $221–$300

Estimate: ~1974 km, 8 L/100 km, $1.65/L. ±15%. Excludes tolls.

Driving directions from Oxbow to Drayton

The map shows the locations of Oxbow (A) and Drayton (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 Oxbow to Drayton

Real distance: 2,386.7 km  ·  Estimated time: 31 h 43 min

🗓 Calculated on June 4, 2026
  1. Drive east on Boscurvis Avenue. 42 m
  2. Turn right onto McCall Street. 668 m
  3. Turn left onto Railway Avenue/18. 82.2 km
  4. Turn left onto PTH 83/PTH 3/Provincial Trunk Highway 83. Continue on PTH 3. 47.4 km
  5. Turn right onto Provincial Trunk Highway 21/PTH 21/PTH 3. 8.3 km
  6. Turn left onto Highway 3/PTH 3. 62.5 km
  7. Turn right onto Provincial Trunk Highway 18/PTH 18/PTH 3. 31.0 km
  8. Turn left onto State Highway 30/ND 30. 4.0 km
  9. Stay straight to take the ramp. 913 m
  10. Turn left onto Main Avenue West/US 281/ND 5. Continue on US 281/ND 5. 30.1 km
  11. Turn left onto State Highway 5/ND 5. Continue on ND 5. 124.2 km
  12. Turn left onto Division Avenue North/ND 5/ND 18. Continue on ND 5. 29.5 km

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

Estimate trip cost: Oxbow – Drayton

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Indicative estimates based on ~1974 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

Oxbow

Saskatchewan · 49.23330, -102.16700

Oxbow sits in southeastern Saskatchewan on the edge of a shallow river valley set within prairie and rolling coulees. As a small town of roughly 1,300 people, it appears on maps as a local waypoint for drivers moving…

Destination

Drayton

Ontario · 43.75630, -80.67000

Drayton sits in southern Ontario’s rural belt, a small town that functions as a local crossroads for surrounding farm country and village clusters. With a population of about 2,279, it is not part of a large…

How to drive from Oxbow to Drayton

The straight-line distance between Oxbow (Saskatchewan) and Drayton (Ontario) is about 1747.3 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: Oxbow – Drayton

Planning a trip from Oxbow to Drayton means budgeting around 1974 km on the road and an indicative drive time of 21 h 56 min by car. The route connects Saskatchewan 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 Oxbow (Saskatchewan) — coordinates 49.2333° N, -102.1670° E. The destination is Drayton (Ontario), at 43.7563° N, -80.6700° E.

Practical tips for the Oxbow – Drayton 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 Drayton in Ontario, Great Lakes shoreline in the south, Canadian Shield forests across the north. The route also passes near Thunder Bay (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 1974 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: Oxbow – Drayton

What is the straight-line distance between Oxbow and Drayton?

The straight-line distance between Oxbow and Drayton is about 1747.3 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.

What is the estimated road distance from Oxbow to Drayton?

The estimated road distance from Oxbow to Drayton is about 1974 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 Oxbow to Drayton?

Indicative drive time from Oxbow to Drayton is about 21 h 56 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 Oxbow to Drayton?

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 Oxbow–Drayton 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 Oxbow to Drayton?

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 Oxbow to Drayton?

A common alternative is going via Thunder Bay or Fort Frances. Use the live planner to compare routes.

Can I open the Oxbow–Drayton 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 Oxbow as origin and Drayton as destination.