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Route from Saint-Louis de Kent to Louisbourg

Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Saint-Louis de Kent to Louisbourg — 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 Saint-Louis de Kent (New Brunswick) and Louisbourg (Nova Scotia). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.

Distance from Saint-Louis de Kent to Louisbourg

The straight-line distance between Saint-Louis de Kent and Louisbourg is 394.5 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 446 km, with an indicative drive time of 4 h 57 min.

Straight-line distance 394.5 km
Estimated road distance ~446 km
Indicative drive time 4 h 57 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: Saint-Louis de Kent – Louisbourg

Route type Long

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

Indicative fuel cost $50–$68

Estimate: ~446 km, 8 L/100 km, $1.65/L. ±15%. Excludes tolls.

Driving directions from Saint-Louis de Kent to Louisbourg

The map shows the locations of Saint-Louis de Kent (A) and Louisbourg (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 Saint-Louis de Kent to Louisbourg

Real distance: 586.5 km  ·  Estimated time: 7 h 19 min

🗓 Calculated on June 4, 2026
  1. Drive southeast on Rue Principale/NB 134. 248 m
  2. Turn right onto Rue Beauséjour. 2.3 km
  3. Turn left to take the NB 11 ramp. 81.5 km
  4. Take exit 19A onto 2 East toward Sackville/Nova Scotia. 49.3 km
  5. Take exit 1A onto LaPlanche Street toward 2/6/Amherst. 487 m
  6. Turn right onto Fort Lawrence Road. 119 m
  7. Turn left onto Highway 2/NS 2. 734 m
  8. Turn left to take the 104 East ramp toward Truro/Halifax. 240.8 km
  9. Keep left to take NS 104/TCH/Highway 104. 9.2 km
  10. Keep left to stay on NS 104/TCH. 22.5 km
  11. Keep left to take NS 4/TCH. 377 m
  12. Keep left to take Highway 105/Trans Canada Highway/Highway 105 Route Transcanadienne/Highway 105. 47.4 km

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

Estimate trip cost: Saint-Louis de Kent – Louisbourg

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Indicative estimates based on ~446 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

Saint-Louis de Kent

New Brunswick · 46.73800, -64.97400

Saint-Louis de Kent sits in eastern New Brunswick within a rural coastal and river-valley landscape. The community serves as a local centre for surrounding farms, hamlets and shoreline neighbourhoods rather than forming…

Destination

Louisbourg

Nova Scotia · 45.91900, -59.97330

Louisbourg sits on the eastern coast of Cape Breton Island in Nova Scotia. As a small coastal community, it functions on maps as a local access point for drivers moving between inland Cape Breton and the island’s…

How to drive from Saint-Louis de Kent to Louisbourg

The straight-line distance between Saint-Louis de Kent (New Brunswick) and Louisbourg (Nova Scotia) is about 394.5 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: Saint-Louis de Kent – Louisbourg

The trip from Saint-Louis de Kent to Louisbourg covers about 446 km on the road (394.5 km straight line). Plan multiple breaks and check highway traffic, weather, and fuel availability — particularly in remote sections. The route connects New Brunswick to Nova Scotia 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 Saint-Louis de Kent (New Brunswick) — coordinates 46.7380° N, -64.9740° E. The destination is Louisbourg (Nova Scotia), at 45.9190° N, -59.9733° E.

Practical tips for the Saint-Louis de Kent – Louisbourg 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 Louisbourg in Nova Scotia, maritime, with Atlantic coves, harbours, and Cape Breton's highlands. The route also passes near Georgetown (Prince Edward Island).

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 446 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: Saint-Louis de Kent – Louisbourg

What is the straight-line distance between Saint-Louis de Kent and Louisbourg?

The straight-line distance between Saint-Louis de Kent and Louisbourg is about 394.5 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.

What is the estimated road distance from Saint-Louis de Kent to Louisbourg?

The estimated road distance from Saint-Louis de Kent to Louisbourg is about 446 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 Saint-Louis de Kent to Louisbourg?

Indicative drive time from Saint-Louis de Kent to Louisbourg is about 4 h 57 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 Saint-Louis de Kent to Louisbourg?

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 Saint-Louis de Kent–Louisbourg 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 Saint-Louis de Kent to Louisbourg?

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 Saint-Louis de Kent to Louisbourg?

A common alternative is going via Georgetown or Souris. Use the live planner to compare routes.

Can I open the Saint-Louis de Kent–Louisbourg 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 Saint-Louis de Kent as origin and Louisbourg as destination.