Dorset to Oakville

• Traffic Management

  Avoid the 401 during rush hour at all costs.
• Rest Stops

  Use the ONroute service centers on the 400 for fuel and food.
• Navigation

  Use a GPS with live traffic updates to avoid accidents.
• Vehicle Prep

  Check your oil and tire pressure before the long drive.
• Timing

  Leave early in the morning to arrive by midday.

• Highway Safety

  Maintain a safe following distance on the 401.
• Fatigue

  Take a 15-minute break every two hours to stay alert.
• Weather

  Check weather forecasts for the entire route, as conditions vary.
• Emergency Kit

  Keep a flashlight and water in your car.

• 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 3 hours and 15 minutes.
• Is the 401 busy?
  Yes, it is one of the busiest highways in North America.
• Are there tolls?
  No, the 400 and 401 are toll-free.
• Can I take a bus?
  No direct bus service is available.

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

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