Route from Grand Falls to Kensington
Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Grand Falls to Kensington — 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 Kensington (Prince Edward Island). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.
Distance from Grand Falls to Kensington
The straight-line distance between Grand Falls and Kensington is 318.7 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 360 km, with an indicative drive time of 4 h.
Trip cost and route type: Grand Falls – Kensington
Driving directions from Grand Falls to Kensington
The map shows the locations of Grand Falls (A) and Kensington (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 Kensington
Real distance: 514.5 km · Estimated time: 6 h 5 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 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. 7.0 km
- Turn right onto Dunk River Road/171. 2.0 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 – Kensington
Indicative estimates based on ~360 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 Kensington
The straight-line distance between Grand Falls (New Brunswick) and Kensington (Prince Edward Island) is about 318.7 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 – Kensington
The trip from Grand Falls to Kensington covers about 360 km on the road (318.7 km straight line). Plan multiple breaks and check highway traffic, weather, and fuel availability — particularly in remote sections. The route connects New Brunswick to Prince Edward Island and is classified as a long route (over 300 km). Click "Update route" for the latest track, turns, and fuel-cost estimate.
The trip starts at Grand Falls (New Brunswick) — coordinates 47.0344° N, -67.7394° E. The destination is Kensington (Prince Edward Island), at 46.4333° N, -63.6500° E.
Practical tips for the Grand Falls – Kensington 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 Kensington 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 360 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 – Kensington route
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Routes with intermediate stops: Grand Falls → South Nelson · Grand Falls → Miramichi · Grand Falls → Chatham
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Frequently asked questions: Grand Falls – Kensington
What is the straight-line distance between Grand Falls and Kensington?
The straight-line distance between Grand Falls and Kensington is about 318.7 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.
What is the estimated road distance from Grand Falls to Kensington?
The estimated road distance from Grand Falls to Kensington is about 360 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 Kensington?
Indicative drive time from Grand Falls to Kensington is about 4 h, 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 Kensington?
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–Kensington 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 Kensington?
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 Kensington?
A common alternative is going via South Nelson or Miramichi. Use the live planner to compare routes.
Can I open the Grand Falls–Kensington 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 Kensington as destination.