Brussels: map, GPS coordinates, and driving directions
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Brussels is a small inland community in southwestern Ontario, situated amid an agricultural landscape and serving local travel needs between nearby towns and rural areas. With a compact village core and dispersed farm lanes, it functions mainly as a local waypoint on regional routes rather than as part of a metropolitan area. Drivers consulting a map will note Brussels as a place to orient when planning short regional trips, connecting local approaches and secondary roads that cross cultivated land and small settlement clusters. Its modest population and village pattern mean map labels are small-scale, but its position helps identify route choices across this part of the province.
On a typical map, Brussels sits in southwestern Ontario amid a patchwork of rectangular agricultural fields and occasional stands of mixed hardwoods. The village shows a compact street pattern surrounded by a dispersed rural address system and secondary lanes that run across gently rolling farmland. Nearby landscape is predominantly cultivated, with field boundaries, farmsteads and small woodlots rather than dense suburban sprawl. The surrounding road network is a mix of local approaches and regional routes providing connections toward larger towns and service centres; long-distance highway corridors are shown further afield. Topography is gently rolling rather than steep, and drainage appears as small creeks and agricultural ditches on detailed topographic views. On road maps Brussels appears as a small settlement footprint with a few thicker approaches and numerous thinner rural lanes radiating into the countryside. The community lies in the America/Toronto time zone (Eastern Time) and has a population of about 1,000, so map labels and features are limited compared with larger centres. Brussels serves as a local reference point when planning rural driving links in this part of Ontario.
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Key facts
- Province / Territory: Ontario
- Population: 993
- Elevation: 343 m above sea level
- Time zone: America/Toronto
- Country: Canada
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The province boasts 12 universities, two of which are among the oldest in North America . It has 14,571,494 people living there (2019).
How to reach Brussels
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Distances from Brussels
Straight-line and estimated road distances from Brussels to other major Canadian cities.
| City | Province | Air distance | Road estimate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toronto | Ontario | 150.8 km | ~193 km | Route → |
| Montréal | Quebec | 639.1 km | ~818 km | Route → |
| Vancouver | British Columbia | 3218.6 km | ~4120 km | Route → |
| Calgary | Alberta | 2575.5 km | ~3297 km | Route → |
| Edmonton | Alberta | 2578.2 km | ~3300 km | Route → |
| Ottawa | Ontario | 477.9 km | ~612 km | Route → |
| Winnipeg | Manitoba | 1385.1 km | ~1773 km | Route → |
| Quebec City | Quebec | 855.9 km | ~1096 km | Route → |
| Hamilton | Ontario | 123.8 km | ~158 km | Route → |
| Mississauga | Ontario | 129.7 km | ~166 km | Route → |
Road distances are approximate estimates (straight-line distance × average factor 1.28). For an up-to-date route, use the Driving Directions tool.
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Frequently asked questions about Brussels
Where is Brussels located?
Brussels is in Ontario, Canada. The exact geographic coordinates are latitude 43.7426 and longitude -81.2503.
What are the GPS coordinates of Brussels?
Brussels GPS coordinates in decimal degrees: latitude 43.7426, longitude -81.2503 (WGS84). Copy them directly or use the GPS Coordinates tool to find any specific point in the area.
How do I get driving directions to Brussels?
Use the Driving Directions tool: enter your starting point and Brussels as the destination. Choose your transport mode and you'll see distance, drive time, and turn-by-turn directions.
What is the elevation of Brussels?
Brussels sits at approximately 343 metres above sea level (estimate from a public elevation dataset). Elevation can vary across the city. Use the Elevation tool to check any specific point.
How far is Brussels from Ottawa?
Straight-line distance between Brussels and Ottawa is about 478.1 km. Estimated road distance is around 612 km, with an indicative drive time of 6 h. For up-to-date directions, use the live route planner.
What cities are near Brussels?
Cities near Brussels include: Blyth, Wroxeter, Wingham, Gorrie, Monkton, Fordwich.
How can I measure distance from Brussels on the map?
Use the Distance Calculator: open the map, centre it on Brussels, and click points on the map to measure straight-line distance in kilometres and miles.
Does the site provide satellite maps for Brussels?
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