Driving from Leesburg, VA to Toronto, Canada: Time & Distance

Leesburg, Virginia → Toronto, Ontario

• Distance: ~683 miles (1,100 km)
• Estimated Drive Time: 11.5 hours (at 60 mph average, no stops)
• Realistic Travel Time: 13–15 hours with breaks, border crossing, traffic

Route Overview

1. I-66 W / I-81 N to Harrisburg, PA
2. I-76 W / I-80 W across Pennsylvania
3. I-90 E (NY Thruway) to Buffalo
4. Peace Bridge or Lewiston-Queenston Bridge into Ontario
5. QEW / 403 / 401 to Toronto

Critical Variables

• Border Crossing: 30 min – 3+ hours (Peace Bridge often busiest; check CBP wait times)
• Traffic: DC/Baltimore rush hours, NY Thruway congestion, Toronto rush hour
• Weather: Lake-effect snow (Buffalo area), winter storms
• Documents: Passport/NEXUS/Enhanced DL required for all occupants

Tips

• Depart early (5–6 AM) to avoid peak traffic
• Use NEXUS/FAST lanes if eligible
• Carry CAD cash for tolls (some NY Thruway sections)
• Plan overnight stop if traveling with children/pets