Driving to Manitoulin Island: A Rental Guide

Manitoulin Island is one of the best day-or-weekend trips from Sudbury. Here's how to get there and what to rent.

Two ways onto the island

• The swing bridge at Little Current — the year-round road route via Espanola and Highway 6. About 1.5–2 hours from Sudbury.
• The Chi-Cheemaun ferry — connects Tobermory (Bruce Peninsula) to South Baymouth, seasonal. Great for a loop trip, but reserve vehicle space ahead.

What to rent

Main roads are paved, so an economy or mid-size car handles most visits. If you plan to explore gravel side roads to beaches and trailheads, an SUV is more comfortable. Travelling as a group? Consider a van or minivan.

Don't miss

Bridal Veil Falls, the Cup and Saucer Trail, Providence Bay beach, and the towns of Little Current, Gore Bay and Mindemoya — all of which we cover in the Manitoulin directory.

Plan your drive time and fuel with the trip planner, then book a vehicle through the directory.