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Route from Centreville to Fort Frances

Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Centreville to Fort Frances — with the live planner for up-to-date turn-by-turn directions.

This page provides the map and indicative distance data for the route between Centreville (New Brunswick) and Fort Frances (Ontario). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.

Distance from Centreville to Fort Frances

The straight-line distance between Centreville and Fort Frances is 1934.4 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 2186 km, with an indicative drive time of 24 h 17 min.

Straight-line distance 1934.4 km
Estimated road distance ~2186 km
Indicative drive time 24 h 17 min
Note: values are approximate estimates. Road distance is calculated by multiplying the straight-line distance by a road-deviation factor (1.13–1.30 based on length). Drive time assumes ~90 km/h average. Real traffic, tolls, and conditions can vary significantly. Use the live planner for current data.

Trip cost and route type: Centreville – Fort Frances

Route type Long

Long route (over 300 km) — plan a break roughly every 2 hours and check highway traffic and weather.

Indicative fuel cost $245–$332

Estimate: ~2186 km, 8 L/100 km, $1.65/L. ±15%. Excludes tolls.

Driving directions from Centreville to Fort Frances

The map shows the locations of Centreville (A) and Fort Frances (B). Use the form below to calculate the up-to-date road route with turn-by-turn directions, real distance, and estimated drive time.

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Driving directions from Centreville to Fort Frances

Real distance: 2,606.8 km  ·  Estimated time: 33 h 40 min

🗓 Calculated on June 4, 2026
  1. Drive southeast on Station Road. 197 m
  2. Turn left onto Central Street/NB 110. Continue on NB 110. 5.5 km
  3. Turn left to take the NB 2 ramp. 192.7 km
  4. Keep left to take 85. 52.6 km
  5. Keep left to take 85/Autoroute Claude-Béchard. 191.3 km
  6. Keep left to stay on 20/Autoroute Jean-Lesage toward Montréal. 104.2 km
  7. Take exit 210 onto 55 Nord toward Trois-Rivières. 544 m
  8. Keep left to take 55 Nord toward Trois-Rivières. 40.9 km
  9. Keep right to take 40/Autoroute Félix-Leclerc toward Montréal/Boulevard des Forges. 55.2 km
  10. Take exit 144 onto 158 toward Berthierville/Saint-Gabriel. 429 m
  11. Turn right onto Avenue Gilles-Villeneuve/158. Continue on 158. 4.8 km
  12. Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Chemin Robillard/158. 50 m

Standard car route without avoiding highways. For advanced options (motorcycle, bicycle, transit, avoid tolls) use the live planner above.

Estimate trip cost: Centreville – Fort Frances

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Indicative estimates based on ~2186 km. Tolls calculated at ~$0.10/km on tolled segments. The calculator updates with the live planner's real distance. Actual consumption, driving style, weather, and toll rates vary.

Origin and destination

Origin

Centreville

New Brunswick · 46.43300, -67.71700

Centreville sits in interior western New Brunswick, located amid mixed farmland and forest at a modest scale on provincial maps. It functions as a small, rural community and a recognizable waypoint for drivers working…

Destination

Fort Frances

Ontario · 48.61670, -93.40000

Fort Frances sits in northwestern Ontario on the western edge of the province’s lake-and-river country, where a small urban grid meets waterfront. As a compact town of about 7,739 people, it functions as a local access…

How to drive from Centreville to Fort Frances

The straight-line distance between Centreville (New Brunswick) and Fort Frances (Ontario) is about 1934.4 km. The actual road distance varies by chosen route, road type, and travel conditions — especially in winter and across mountain or northern segments.

Before you leave, consider:

  • Check current traffic with a navigation app — particularly around major cities.
  • Look up any toll segments on your route (Ontario 407, select bridges).
  • In winter or at higher elevations, drive times and conditions can change quickly. Carry a charged phone, fuel reserve, and weather-appropriate gear.
  • Plan stops at service centres or towns along the way — fuel and rest stops can be sparse on remote sections.

Route description: Centreville – Fort Frances

The journey from Centreville to Fort Frances covers roughly 2186 km on the road, equal to 1934.4 km straight line. The trip connects New Brunswick to Ontario and is classified as a long route (over 300 km). Plan multiple breaks and check highway traffic, weather, and fuel availability — particularly in remote sections. Open the interactive planner for the route map, turns, and a fuel-or-EV cost calculator.

The trip starts at Centreville (New Brunswick) — coordinates 46.4330° N, -67.7170° E. The destination is Fort Frances (Ontario), at 48.6167° N, -93.4000° E.

Practical tips for the Centreville – Fort Frances drive

Terrain along the way

The route starts in New Brunswick — a province forested and Acadian, with the Bay of Fundy and tidal coastlines — and reaches Fort Frances in Ontario, Great Lakes shoreline in the south, Canadian Shield forests across the north. The route also passes near Englehart (Ontario).

When to leave

For a long route, leave early (before 06:30) or wait until after 10:00. Avoid summer long-weekend exoduses and major holidays. Plan a break every 1.5–2 hours of driving — and check weather, especially across the Prairies and through mountain passes.

Alternatives

For this route of about 2186 km, consider VIA Rail Canada — VIA's Corridor service connects many Eastern Canadian cities, and the long-distance trains (the Canadian, Ocean) run through the Prairies and the Maritimes. Cross-border trips may also include Amtrak's Adirondack or Cascades. Check schedules at viarail.ca and amtrak.com.

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Cities along the Centreville – Fort Frances route

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Frequently asked questions: Centreville – Fort Frances

What is the straight-line distance between Centreville and Fort Frances?

The straight-line distance between Centreville and Fort Frances is about 1934.4 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.

What is the estimated road distance from Centreville to Fort Frances?

The estimated road distance from Centreville to Fort Frances is about 2186 km — derived by multiplying the straight-line distance by a road-deviation factor (1.13–1.30 based on length). For an up-to-date route, use the live planner.

How long does it take to drive from Centreville to Fort Frances?

Indicative drive time from Centreville to Fort Frances is about 24 h 17 min, based on an average highway speed of 90 km/h on a mixed motorway/highway profile. Real time depends on traffic, weather, stops, vehicle type, and conditions.

How do I get up-to-date driving directions from Centreville to Fort Frances?

Use the live planner on this page: select your transport mode and click "Update route". You'll see the route with turn-by-turn directions, current distance, and estimated time based on up-to-date routing data.

Does the Centreville–Fort Frances route involve highway tolls?

CanadaDrivingDirections.com does not provide toll details. Toll roads are limited in Canada — Ontario's 407 ETR, a few Quebec bridges, and the Confederation Bridge to PEI are the main ones. Check the operator's site for current pricing.

How does traffic affect the route from Centreville to Fort Frances?

Traffic varies by time of day, season, and weather. The live planner uses up-to-date routing data; for live traffic, use a navigation app before departure — especially in winter when conditions can change rapidly.

Is there an alternative route from Centreville to Fort Frances?

A common alternative is going via Englehart or Cobalt. Use the live planner to compare routes.

Can I open the Centreville–Fort Frances route in Google Maps?

Yes. Click "Open in Google Maps" on this page to view the route in the Google Maps app or browser. You can also open Google Maps directly and enter Centreville as origin and Fort Frances as destination.