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Route from Grand Falls to Steady Brook

Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Grand Falls to Steady Brook — 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 Grand Falls (New Brunswick) and Steady Brook (Newfoundland and Labrador). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.

Distance from Grand Falls to Steady Brook

The straight-line distance between Grand Falls and Steady Brook is 769.5 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 870 km, with an indicative drive time of 9 h 40 min.

Straight-line distance 769.5 km
Estimated road distance ~870 km
Indicative drive time 9 h 40 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: Grand Falls – Steady Brook

Route type Long

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

Indicative fuel cost $98–$132

Estimate: ~870 km, 8 L/100 km, $1.65/L. ±15%. Excludes tolls.

Driving directions from Grand Falls to Steady Brook

The map shows the locations of Grand Falls (A) and Steady Brook (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 Grand Falls to Steady Brook

Real distance: 1,257.4 km  ·  Estimated time: 22 h 22 min

🗓 Calculated on June 4, 2026
  1. Drive northeast. 63 m
  2. Turn left onto Chemin River. 666 m
  3. Turn left onto Chemin Portage/Portage Road/NB 130. Continue on Portage Road. 3.0 km
  4. Turn left onto Route 130/130. Continue on Route 130. 4.7 km
  5. Turn right to take the NB 2 ramp. 192.0 km
  6. Keep right to stay on NB 2/TCH/Route 2/Route 2 Highway. 485.8 km
  7. Keep left to take NS 104/TCH. 22.5 km
  8. Keep left to take NS 4/TCH. 378 m
  9. Keep left to take Highway 105/Trans Canada Highway/Highway 105 Route Transcanadienne/Highway 105. 47.4 km
  10. Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Highway 105/Trans Canada Highway/Highway 105 Route Transcanadienne/Highway 105. 40 m
  11. Exit the roundabout onto Highway 105/Trans Canada Highway/Highway 105 Route Transcanadienne/Highway 105. Continue on Highway 105/Highway 105. 94.9 km
  12. Take the North Sydney - Port aux Basques Ferry. 177.3 km

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

Estimate trip cost: Grand Falls – Steady Brook

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Indicative estimates based on ~870 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

Grand Falls

New Brunswick · 47.03440, -67.73940

Grand Falls sits in northwestern New Brunswick on the Saint John River where a waterfall and narrow gorge shape the townsite. On provincial maps it appears as a compact urban node serving surrounding agricultural and…

Destination

Steady Brook

Newfoundland and Labrador · 48.96670, -57.80000

Steady Brook sits on the west coast of Newfoundland and Labrador, set in a river valley near the foothills of the Long Range Mountains and close to the Bay of Islands. The town of about 416 people functions as a compact…

How to drive from Grand Falls to Steady Brook

The straight-line distance between Grand Falls (New Brunswick) and Steady Brook (Newfoundland and Labrador) is about 769.5 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: Grand Falls – Steady Brook

Looking for directions from Grand Falls to Steady Brook? The estimated road distance is 870 km (769.5 km straight line), with an indicative drive time of 9 h 40 min. A long route (over 300 km) that connects New Brunswick to Newfoundland and Labrador. Plan multiple breaks and check highway traffic, weather, and fuel availability — particularly in remote sections. Choose the transport mode in the live planner to get the detailed track.

The trip starts at Grand Falls (New Brunswick) — coordinates 47.0344° N, -67.7394° E. The destination is Steady Brook (Newfoundland and Labrador), at 48.9667° N, -57.8000° E.

Practical tips for the Grand Falls – Steady Brook 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 Steady Brook in Newfoundland and Labrador, rugged Atlantic coast and boreal interior, with high tides and sea cliffs. The route also passes near Cap-aux-Meules (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 870 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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Routes with intermediate stops: Grand Falls → Cap-aux-Meules · Grand Falls → Les Îles-de-la-Madeleine

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Frequently asked questions: Grand Falls – Steady Brook

What is the straight-line distance between Grand Falls and Steady Brook?

The straight-line distance between Grand Falls and Steady Brook is about 769.5 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.

What is the estimated road distance from Grand Falls to Steady Brook?

The estimated road distance from Grand Falls to Steady Brook is about 870 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 Grand Falls to Steady Brook?

Indicative drive time from Grand Falls to Steady Brook is about 9 h 40 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 Grand Falls to Steady Brook?

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 Grand Falls–Steady Brook 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 Grand Falls to Steady Brook?

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 Grand Falls to Steady Brook?

A common alternative is going via Cap-aux-Meules or Les Îles-de-la-Madeleine. Use the live planner to compare routes.

Can I open the Grand Falls–Steady Brook 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 Grand Falls as origin and Steady Brook as destination.