How far is Barrie from Toronto?

Barrie is about 90 kilometers north of Toronto.

Is there a train to Barrie?

Yes, GO Transit provides commuter rail service from Toronto to Barrie.

The closest major airport is Toronto Pearson (YYZ).

What is the best route?

The Trans-Canada Highway is the standard route.

The 407 ETR is a toll road, but the 400 is free.

Trinity East

Barrie

Flight Driving

Trinity East to Barrie

Updated: 31 May 2026

The trip from Trinity East to Barrie is a major cross-country undertaking. You will drive to the ferry terminal in Port aux Basques, cross to North Sydney, and then drive across the Maritimes and Quebec into Ontario. Once you reach the Greater Toronto Area, you will take Highway 400 north to reach Barrie. The total distance is roughly 2,800 kilometers, requiring several days of travel.

Total Distance: 2,800 km driving distance; 1,800 km straight-line air distance.

Fastest Way

Flying to Toronto and taking a shuttle is the fastest method.

Cheapest Way

Driving is the most economical for families or groups.

Compare Trinity East to Barrie Routes

	Flight Connecting	Driving Connecting
Duration	8 hours	38 hours
Avg Price	$500 - $900 CAD	$700 - $1,000 CAD
Operator	Air Canada	Marine Atlantic
Route	Gander International Airport to Toronto Pearson, then shuttle to Barrie.	TCH 1, Ferry, TCH 104/20/401, Highway 400.
Tip	Airport shuttles like Simcoe County Airport Service are available.	Traffic on Highway 400 can be heavy during weekends.

Travel Tips

Ferry Booking
Book your ferry crossing at least two months in advance.
Highway 400
Avoid traveling on Highway 400 during Friday afternoon rush hour.
Accommodation
Book hotels in advance, especially during the summer tourist season.
Vehicle Prep
Check your oil and fluids before starting the long drive.
Navigation
Use a GPS app to monitor real-time traffic updates in the GTA.