Route from Grand Falls to Amherst
Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Grand Falls to Amherst — 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 Amherst (Nova Scotia). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.
Distance from Grand Falls to Amherst
The straight-line distance between Grand Falls and Amherst is 302 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 341 km, with an indicative drive time of 3 h 48 min.
Trip cost and route type: Grand Falls – Amherst
Driving directions from Grand Falls to Amherst
The map shows the locations of Grand Falls (A) and Amherst (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 Amherst
Real distance: 442.4 km · Estimated time: 5 h 6 min
- Drive northeast. 63 m
- Turn left onto Chemin River. 666 m
- Turn left onto Chemin Portage/Portage Road/NB 130. Continue on Portage Road. 3.0 km
- Turn left onto Route 130/130. Continue on Route 130. 4.7 km
- Turn right to take the NB 2 ramp. 192.0 km
- Keep right to stay on TCH. 234.9 km
- Take exit 1A onto LaPlanche Street toward 2/6/Amherst. 487 m
- Turn right onto Fort Lawrence Road. 119 m
- Turn left onto Highway 2/NS 2. Continue on NS 2. 4.1 km
- Turn right onto Victoria Street East/NS 6/Trunk 6. Continue on NS 6/Trunk 6. 835 m
- Turn left onto Hickman Street. 183 m
- Turn right onto Anson Avenue. 1.0 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 – Amherst
Indicative estimates based on ~341 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 Grand Falls to Amherst
The straight-line distance between Grand Falls (New Brunswick) and Amherst (Nova Scotia) is about 302 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 – Amherst
The journey from Grand Falls to Amherst covers roughly 341 km on the road, equal to 302 km straight line. The trip connects New Brunswick to Nova Scotia 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 Grand Falls (New Brunswick) — coordinates 47.0344° N, -67.7394° E. The destination is Amherst (Nova Scotia), at 45.8167° N, -64.2167° E.
Practical tips for the Grand Falls – Amherst 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 Amherst in Nova Scotia, maritime, with Atlantic coves, harbours, and Cape Breton's highlands.
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 341 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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Frequently asked questions: Grand Falls – Amherst
What is the straight-line distance between Grand Falls and Amherst?
The straight-line distance between Grand Falls and Amherst is about 302 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.
What is the estimated road distance from Grand Falls to Amherst?
The estimated road distance from Grand Falls to Amherst is about 341 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 Amherst?
Indicative drive time from Grand Falls to Amherst is about 3 h 48 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 Amherst?
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–Amherst 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 Amherst?
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 Amherst?
For alternative routes, use the live planner: pick between highways, secondary roads, and shorter or scenic options.
Can I open the Grand Falls–Amherst 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 Amherst as destination.