Route from Chatham to Montague
Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Chatham to Montague — 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 Chatham (New Brunswick) and Montague (Prince Edward Island). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.
Distance from Chatham to Montague
The straight-line distance between Chatham and Montague is 230.2 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 260 km, with an indicative drive time of 2 h 53 min.
Trip cost and route type: Chatham – Montague
Driving directions from Chatham to Montague
The map shows the locations of Chatham (A) and Montague (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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Estimate trip cost: Chatham – Montague
Indicative estimates based on ~260 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
How to drive from Chatham to Montague
The straight-line distance between Chatham (New Brunswick) and Montague (Prince Edward Island) is about 230.2 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: Chatham – Montague
The journey from Chatham to Montague covers roughly 260 km on the road, equal to 230.2 km straight line. The trip connects New Brunswick to Prince Edward Island and is classified as a medium-distance route (100–300 km). Plan at least one stop and check fuel before departure. Open the interactive planner for the route map, turns, and a fuel-or-EV cost calculator.
The trip starts at Chatham (New Brunswick) — coordinates 47.0443° N, -65.3781° E. The destination is Montague (Prince Edward Island), at 46.1652° N, -62.6500° E.
Practical tips for the Chatham – Montague 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 Montague in Prince Edward Island, rolling farmland and red-soil coastlines, connected to the mainland by the Confederation Bridge. The route also passes near Wellington (Prince Edward Island).
When to leave
For a medium-distance trip, leaving before 07:00 or after 10:00 helps you avoid urban congestion. Friday afternoons and Sunday returns often slow the major highways.
Alternatives
For this route of about 260 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 Chatham – Montague route
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Routes with intermediate stops: Chatham → Wellington · Chatham → Abrams Village · Chatham → O’Leary
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Frequently asked questions: Chatham – Montague
What is the straight-line distance between Chatham and Montague?
The straight-line distance between Chatham and Montague is about 230.2 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.
What is the estimated road distance from Chatham to Montague?
The estimated road distance from Chatham to Montague is about 260 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 Chatham to Montague?
Indicative drive time from Chatham to Montague is about 2 h 53 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 Chatham to Montague?
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 Chatham–Montague 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 Chatham to Montague?
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 Chatham to Montague?
A common alternative is going via Wellington or Abrams Village. Use the live planner to compare routes.
Can I open the Chatham–Montague 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 Chatham as origin and Montague as destination.