Route from Grand Falls to Falmouth
Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Grand Falls to Falmouth — 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 Falmouth (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 Falmouth
The straight-line distance between Grand Falls and Falmouth is 357.1 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 404 km, with an indicative drive time of 4 h 29 min.
Trip cost and route type: Grand Falls – Falmouth
Driving directions from Grand Falls to Falmouth
The map shows the locations of Grand Falls (A) and Falmouth (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 Falmouth
Real distance: 656.0 km · Estimated time: 7 h 57 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. 340.4 km
- Take exit 15 onto NS 102 South toward Truro/Halifax. 42.3 km
- Take exit 9 onto 2/14 toward Milford/Rawdon/Windsor. 582 m
- Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto Highway 14/NS 14/Trunk 14. 29 m
- Exit the roundabout onto Highway 14/NS 14/Trunk 14. Continue on Highway 14. 64.3 km
- Take the 101 West ramp toward Kentville/Yarmouth. 5.8 km
- Take exit 7 toward 1/Falmouth. 464 m
Standard car route without avoiding highways. For advanced options (motorcycle, bicycle, transit, avoid tolls) use the live planner above.
Estimate trip cost: Grand Falls – Falmouth
Indicative estimates based on ~404 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 Falmouth
The straight-line distance between Grand Falls (New Brunswick) and Falmouth (Nova Scotia) is about 357.1 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 – Falmouth
The journey from Grand Falls to Falmouth covers roughly 404 km on the road, equal to 357.1 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 Falmouth (Nova Scotia), at 44.9967° N, -64.1634° E.
Practical tips for the Grand Falls – Falmouth 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 Falmouth in Nova Scotia, maritime, with Atlantic coves, harbours, and Cape Breton's highlands. The route also passes near Oromocto (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 404 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 Grand Falls – Falmouth route
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Routes with intermediate stops: Grand Falls → Oromocto · Grand Falls → Sussex · Grand Falls → Hampton
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Frequently asked questions: Grand Falls – Falmouth
What is the straight-line distance between Grand Falls and Falmouth?
The straight-line distance between Grand Falls and Falmouth is about 357.1 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.
What is the estimated road distance from Grand Falls to Falmouth?
The estimated road distance from Grand Falls to Falmouth is about 404 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 Falmouth?
Indicative drive time from Grand Falls to Falmouth is about 4 h 29 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 Falmouth?
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–Falmouth 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 Falmouth?
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 Falmouth?
A common alternative is going via Oromocto or Sussex. Use the live planner to compare routes.
Can I open the Grand Falls–Falmouth 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 Falmouth as destination.