Is there a train to Ingersoll?

VIA Rail operates limited service to Ingersoll Station on the London-Toronto corridor.

How long is the drive?

The drive typically takes 2 hours depending on traffic.

Highway 401 is toll-free, unlike the 407 ETR.

What is the best highway?

Highway 401 West is the primary and most efficient route.

Ingersoll is a quiet, safe community with low crime rates.

Toronto

Ingersoll

Driving

Toronto to Ingersoll

Updated: 27 May 2026

The journey from Toronto to Ingersoll covers approximately 160 kilometers primarily via Highway 401 West. You will pass through the Greater Toronto Area, Milton, and Kitchener-Waterloo regions before reaching Oxford County. Driving is the most practical mode as there is no direct passenger rail service to Ingersoll station for commuters from North York. Expect a travel time of roughly two hours depending on traffic congestion near the Highway 401 and 403 interchange. This route is a major artery for Southwestern Ontario logistics and local travel.

Total Distance: 160 km driving distance; 145 km straight-line air distance.

Fastest Way

Driving via Highway 401 is the fastest method, taking 2 hours under normal traffic conditions.

Cheapest Way

Driving your own vehicle is the most cost-effective method at approximately 35 dollars in fuel.

Compare Toronto to Ingersoll Routes

Driving

Direct

Duration

2 hours

Avg Price

30-45 CAD

Operator

Personal Vehicle

Route

Highway 401 West to Exit 218 for Ingersoll.

Avoid the 401 during Friday afternoon rush hour to save 45 minutes.

Travel Tips

Traffic Alerts
Check the 511 Ontario website before departing.
Fuel Stops
Refuel in Milton to avoid higher prices near the city center.
Rest Areas
Use the ONroute service centers located along Highway 401.
Navigation
Download offline maps as cell service can fluctuate near rural stretches.
Parking
Street parking in downtown Ingersoll is generally free and accessible.