How long is the drive?

It takes about 7 hours and 30 minutes.

No, there is no passenger rail service from Bruce Mines.

No, there is no commercial airport in Woodstock.

Bruce Mines

Woodstock

Driving

Bruce Mines to Woodstock

Updated: 28 May 2026

The journey from Bruce Mines to Woodstock covers approximately 660 kilometers. You will travel east on Highway 17, merge onto Highway 69, and continue south on Highway 400. After navigating the Toronto bypass, you will take Highway 401 West to reach Woodstock. This drive typically takes 7.5 hours. Woodstock is known as the Dairy Capital of Canada.

Total Distance: 660 km driving distance; 500 km straight-line air distance.

Fastest Way

Driving is the fastest method, taking approximately 7 hours and 30 minutes.

Cheapest Way

Driving your own vehicle is the most practical and cost-effective way to travel.

Compare Bruce Mines to Woodstock Routes

Driving

Direct

Duration

7 hours 30 mins

Avg Price

110-140 CAD

Operator

Personal Vehicle

Route

Highway 17 to Highway 69 to Highway 400 to Highway 401.

Highway 401 is the main route for the final leg of this journey.

Travel Tips

Route Planning
Use Highway 401 West to avoid city traffic in the Greater Toronto Area.
Rest Stops
Stop in Kitchener for a break before the final stretch to Woodstock.
Dining
Explore the local restaurants in downtown Woodstock for a variety of options.
Events
Check the city website for festivals held at Southside Park.
Navigation
Use a GPS to navigate the highway interchanges around Kitchener and Woodstock.

Safety Tips

Highway Vigilance
Stay alert on Highway 401, as it is a very busy and high-speed highway.
Wildlife
Be cautious of deer on the roads in the rural sections of the trip.
Fatigue
Take regular breaks to avoid driver fatigue on this long-distance route.
Emergency Preparedness
Keep a charged phone and a power bank in your vehicle at all times.