Dorset to Ajax

• Traffic Management

  Avoid the 401 during rush hour to save time.
• Rest Stops

  Use the ONroute service centers for breaks.
• Navigation

  Use a GPS to navigate the complex highway interchanges.
• Vehicle Prep

  Check your tire pressure before leaving.
• Timing

  Leave early to avoid the afternoon rush.

• Highway Safety

  Keep a safe distance from other vehicles on the 401.
• Fatigue

  Take breaks if you feel tired during the long drive.
• Weather

  Check for weather alerts before starting your trip.
• Emergency Kit

  Keep a first aid kit in your vehicle.

• Is there a train?
  No direct train from Dorset; you would need to drive to a GO station.
• How long is the drive?
  It takes about 2 hours and 15 minutes.
• Is the 401 busy?
  Yes, it is one of the busiest highways in Canada.
• Are there tolls?
  No, the 35 and 401 are toll-free.
• Can I take a bus?
  No direct bus service is available.

• From Dorset, Ontario, Canada
• To Ajax, Ontario, Canada
• Modes

Spring or Fall to avoid the heaviest summer cottage traffic and winter storms.