The drive from Oshawa to Barrie is approximately 110 kilometers. You will travel west on Highway 401 and then north on Highway 400. The journey takes about 1.5 to 2 hours depending on traffic. Barrie is a growing city on the shores of Lake Simcoe, serving as a gateway to cottage country. This route is very common for commuters and weekend travelers.
Total Distance: 110 km driving distance; 90 km straight-line air distance.
Traffic on Highway 400 can be heavy on Friday afternoons.
Summer for lake activities or winter for nearby skiing.