Route from Edmundston to Elliot Lake
Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Edmundston to Elliot Lake — 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 Edmundston (New Brunswick) and Elliot Lake (Ontario). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.
Distance from Edmundston to Elliot Lake
The straight-line distance between Edmundston and Elliot Lake is 1092.8 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 1235 km, with an indicative drive time of 13 h 43 min.
Trip cost and route type: Edmundston – Elliot Lake
Driving directions from Edmundston to Elliot Lake
The map shows the locations of Edmundston (A) and Elliot Lake (B). Use the form below to calculate the up-to-date road route with turn-by-turn directions, real distance, and estimated drive time.
Turn-by-turn directions
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Driving directions from Edmundston to Elliot Lake
Real distance: 1,424.7 km · Estimated time: 19 h 18 min
- Drive southeast. 8 m
- Turn left onto 44e Avenue/44th Avenue. 250 m
- Turn right onto Boulevard Monseigneur-Numa-Pichette. 156 m
- Turn left onto Chemin Du Pouvoir/Pouvoir Road/Chemin Du Pouvoir Road. 393 m
- Turn left onto Rue Carrier. 1.1 km
- Turn left to take the NB 2 ramp. 56.1 km
- Keep left to take 85. 52.6 km
- Keep left to take 85/Autoroute Claude-Béchard. 191.3 km
- Keep left to stay on 20 toward Montréal. 216.2 km
- Take exit 98 onto 30 toward Vaudreuil-Dorion. 180 m
- Keep left to take 30 Ouest toward Vaudreuil-Dorion. 26.4 km
- Keep left to stay on 30. 52.0 km
Standard car route without avoiding highways. For advanced options (motorcycle, bicycle, transit, avoid tolls) use the live planner above.
Estimate trip cost: Edmundston – Elliot Lake
Indicative estimates based on ~1235 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 Edmundston to Elliot Lake
The straight-line distance between Edmundston (New Brunswick) and Elliot Lake (Ontario) is about 1092.8 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: Edmundston – Elliot Lake
The journey from Edmundston to Elliot Lake covers roughly 1235 km on the road, equal to 1092.8 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 Edmundston (New Brunswick) — coordinates 47.3765° N, -68.3253° E. The destination is Elliot Lake (Ontario), at 46.3833° N, -82.6500° E.
Practical tips for the Edmundston – Elliot Lake 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 Elliot Lake in Ontario, Great Lakes shoreline in the south, Canadian Shield forests across the north. The route also passes near Mont-Laurier (Quebec).
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 1235 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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Driving Directions
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Cities along the Edmundston – Elliot Lake route
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Routes with intermediate stops: Edmundston → Mont-Laurier · Edmundston → Saint-Jean-sur-le-Lac · Edmundston → Maniwaki
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Frequently asked questions: Edmundston – Elliot Lake
What is the straight-line distance between Edmundston and Elliot Lake?
The straight-line distance between Edmundston and Elliot Lake is about 1092.8 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.
What is the estimated road distance from Edmundston to Elliot Lake?
The estimated road distance from Edmundston to Elliot Lake is about 1235 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 Edmundston to Elliot Lake?
Indicative drive time from Edmundston to Elliot Lake is about 13 h 43 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 Edmundston to Elliot Lake?
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 Edmundston–Elliot Lake 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 Edmundston to Elliot Lake?
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 Edmundston to Elliot Lake?
A common alternative is going via Mont-Laurier or Saint-Jean-sur-le-Lac. Use the live planner to compare routes.
Can I open the Edmundston–Elliot Lake 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 Edmundston as origin and Elliot Lake as destination.