Route from Shippegan to Massey Drive
Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Shippegan to Massey Drive — 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 Shippegan (New Brunswick) and Massey Drive (Newfoundland and Labrador). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.
Distance from Shippegan to Massey Drive
The straight-line distance between Shippegan and Massey Drive is 520.9 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 589 km, with an indicative drive time of 6 h 32 min.
Trip cost and route type: Shippegan – Massey Drive
Driving directions from Shippegan to Massey Drive
The map shows the locations of Shippegan (A) and Massey Drive (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 Shippegan to Massey Drive
Real distance: 1,106.0 km · Estimated time: 21 h 8 min
- Drive north. 58 m
- Turn left onto Boulevard J.D. Gauthier/NB 113. 188 m
- Turn left onto Rue 1re/NB 113. Continue on NB 113. 12.0 km
- Turn right onto Route 113/NB 113. 4.3 km
- Turn left onto NB 11/Route 11. 19.2 km
- Keep left to stay on NB 11. 75.3 km
- Take the 8 ramp toward Bathurst. 134.8 km
- Take exit 19A onto 2 East toward Sackville/Nova Scotia. 300.3 km
- Keep left to take NS 104/TCH. 22.5 km
- Keep left to take NS 4/TCH. 377 m
- Keep left to take Highway 105/Trans Canada Highway/Highway 105 Route Transcanadienne/Highway 105. 47.4 km
- Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Highway 105/Trans Canada Highway/Highway 105 Route Transcanadienne/Highway 105. 41 m
Standard car route without avoiding highways. For advanced options (motorcycle, bicycle, transit, avoid tolls) use the live planner above.
Estimate trip cost: Shippegan – Massey Drive
Indicative estimates based on ~589 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 Shippegan to Massey Drive
The straight-line distance between Shippegan (New Brunswick) and Massey Drive (Newfoundland and Labrador) is about 520.9 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: Shippegan – Massey Drive
The journey from Shippegan to Massey Drive covers roughly 589 km on the road, equal to 520.9 km straight line. The trip connects New Brunswick to Newfoundland and Labrador 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 Shippegan (New Brunswick) — coordinates 47.7439° N, -64.7178° E. The destination is Massey Drive (Newfoundland and Labrador), at 48.9372° N, -57.9000° E.
Practical tips for the Shippegan – Massey Drive 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 Massey Drive in Newfoundland and Labrador, rugged Atlantic coast and boreal interior, with high tides and sea cliffs.
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 589 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: Shippegan – Massey Drive
What is the straight-line distance between Shippegan and Massey Drive?
The straight-line distance between Shippegan and Massey Drive is about 520.9 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.
What is the estimated road distance from Shippegan to Massey Drive?
The estimated road distance from Shippegan to Massey Drive is about 589 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 Shippegan to Massey Drive?
Indicative drive time from Shippegan to Massey Drive is about 6 h 32 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 Shippegan to Massey Drive?
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 Shippegan–Massey Drive 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 Shippegan to Massey Drive?
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 Shippegan to Massey Drive?
For alternative routes, use the live planner: pick between highways, secondary roads, and shorter or scenic options.
Can I open the Shippegan–Massey Drive 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 Shippegan as origin and Massey Drive as destination.