Route from Edmundston to Summerside
Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Edmundston to Summerside — 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 Summerside (Prince Edward Island). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.
Distance from Edmundston to Summerside
The straight-line distance between Edmundston and Summerside is 361.8 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 409 km, with an indicative drive time of 4 h 33 min.
Trip cost and route type: Edmundston – Summerside
Driving directions from Edmundston to Summerside
The map shows the locations of Edmundston (A) and Summerside (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 Edmundston to Summerside
Real distance: 579.4 km · Estimated time: 6 h 49 min
- Drive southeast. 8 m
- Turn left onto 44e Avenue/44th Avenue. 250 m
- Turn right onto Boulevard Monseigneur-Numa-Pichette. 794 m
- Turn left onto Boulevard Hébert/Hébert Boulevard/NB 120/Boulevard Hébert Boulevard. 54 m
- Turn right to take the NB 2 ramp. 261.6 km
- Keep right to stay on NB 2/TCH/Route 2/Route 2 Highway. 186.4 km
- Take exit 467 B. 12.2 km
- Keep right to take NB 15/Route 15 toward Port Elgin/Prince Edward Island/Port Elgin/Île-du-Prince-Édouard. 47.9 km
- Enter the roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto NB 16/TCH/Route 16. 235 m
- Exit the roundabout onto NB 16/TCH/Route 16. Continue on TCH. 45.8 km
- Take the exit. 19.0 km
- Turn left onto Water Street East/11. 2.4 km
Standard car route without avoiding highways. For advanced options (motorcycle, bicycle, transit, avoid tolls) use the live planner above.
Estimate trip cost: Edmundston – Summerside
Indicative estimates based on ~409 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 Summerside
The straight-line distance between Edmundston (New Brunswick) and Summerside (Prince Edward Island) is about 361.8 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 – Summerside
The journey from Edmundston to Summerside covers roughly 409 km on the road, equal to 361.8 km straight line. The trip connects New Brunswick to Prince Edward Island 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 Summerside (Prince Edward Island), at 46.4000° N, -63.7833° E.
Practical tips for the Edmundston – Summerside 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 Summerside in Prince Edward Island, rolling farmland and red-soil coastlines, connected to the mainland by the Confederation Bridge. The route also passes near South Nelson (New Brunswick).
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 409 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 Edmundston – Summerside route
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Routes with intermediate stops: Edmundston → South Nelson · Edmundston → Miramichi
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Frequently asked questions: Edmundston – Summerside
What is the straight-line distance between Edmundston and Summerside?
The straight-line distance between Edmundston and Summerside is about 361.8 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.
What is the estimated road distance from Edmundston to Summerside?
The estimated road distance from Edmundston to Summerside is about 409 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 Summerside?
Indicative drive time from Edmundston to Summerside is about 4 h 33 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 Summerside?
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–Summerside 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 Summerside?
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 Summerside?
A common alternative is going via South Nelson or Miramichi. Use the live planner to compare routes.
Can I open the Edmundston–Summerside 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 Summerside as destination.