Route from Peters River to O’Leary
Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Peters River to O’Leary — 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 Peters River (New Brunswick) and O’Leary (Prince Edward Island). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.
Distance from Peters River to O’Leary
The straight-line distance between Peters River and O’Leary is 157 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 188 km, with an indicative drive time of 2 h 6 min.
Trip cost and route type: Peters River – O’Leary
Driving directions from Peters River to O’Leary
The map shows the locations of Peters River (A) and O’Leary (B). Use the form below to calculate the up-to-date road route with turn-by-turn directions, real distance, and estimated drive time.
Turn-by-turn directions
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Driving directions from Peters River to O’Leary
Real distance: 386.5 km · Estimated time: 5 h 1 min
- Drive west on Rue Gagnon. 157 m
- Turn right onto Rue Principale/NB 134. 896 m
- Turn left onto Chemin Acadie. 1.1 km
- Turn left to take the NB 11 ramp. 8.1 km
- Keep left to stay on NB 11/Route 11. 8.8 km
- Keep right to take exit 301 onto 8 toward Miramichi/Tracadie-Sheila. 191.3 km
- Take exit 1 toward 133/132/15 East/133. 625 m
- Turn right toward Prince Edward Island/Île-du-Prince-Édouard/Shediac/Scoudouc. 589 m
- Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit toward 132/15/Scoudouc. 859 m
- Turn left to take the 15 East/15 Est ramp toward Port Elgin/Prince Edward Island/Port Elgin/Île-du-Prince-Édouard. 46.6 km
- Enter the roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto NB 16/TCH/Route 16. 234 m
- Exit the roundabout onto NB 16/TCH/Route 16. Continue on TCH. 45.8 km
Standard car route without avoiding highways. For advanced options (motorcycle, bicycle, transit, avoid tolls) use the live planner above.
Estimate trip cost: Peters River – O’Leary
Indicative estimates based on ~188 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 Peters River to O’Leary
The straight-line distance between Peters River (New Brunswick) and O’Leary (Prince Edward Island) is about 157 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: Peters River – O’Leary
The journey from Peters River to O’Leary covers roughly 188 km on the road, equal to 157 km straight line. The trip connects New Brunswick to Prince Edward Island and is classified as a medium-distance route (100–300 km). Plan at least one stop and check fuel before departure. Open the interactive planner for the route map, turns, and a fuel-or-EV cost calculator.
The trip starts at Peters River (New Brunswick) — coordinates 47.7037° N, -65.7025° E. The destination is O’Leary (Prince Edward Island), at 46.7069° N, -64.2306° E.
Practical tips for the Peters River – O’Leary 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 O’Leary in Prince Edward Island, rolling farmland and red-soil coastlines, connected to the mainland by the Confederation Bridge.
When to leave
For a medium-distance trip, leaving before 07:00 or after 10:00 helps you avoid urban congestion. Friday afternoons and Sunday returns often slow the major highways.
Alternatives
For this route of about 188 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: Peters River – O’Leary
What is the straight-line distance between Peters River and O’Leary?
The straight-line distance between Peters River and O’Leary is about 157 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.
What is the estimated road distance from Peters River to O’Leary?
The estimated road distance from Peters River to O’Leary is about 188 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 Peters River to O’Leary?
Indicative drive time from Peters River to O’Leary is about 2 h 6 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 Peters River to O’Leary?
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 Peters River–O’Leary 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 Peters River to O’Leary?
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 Peters River to O’Leary?
For alternative routes, use the live planner: pick between highways, secondary roads, and shorter or scenic options.
Can I open the Peters River–O’Leary 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 Peters River as origin and O’Leary as destination.