Route from Sussex to Wood Islands
Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Sussex to Wood Islands — 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 Sussex (New Brunswick) and Wood Islands (Prince Edward Island). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.
Distance from Sussex to Wood Islands
The straight-line distance between Sussex and Wood Islands is 215.9 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 244 km, with an indicative drive time of 2 h 43 min.
Trip cost and route type: Sussex – Wood Islands
Driving directions from Sussex to Wood Islands
The map shows the locations of Sussex (A) and Wood Islands (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 Sussex to Wood Islands
Real distance: 297.0 km · Estimated time: 4 h 9 min
- Drive west on St. James Street. 34 m
- Turn right onto Union Street. 320 m
- Turn right onto Court Street. 431 m
- Turn right onto Broad Street/NB 121. 1.3 km
- Turn left onto Marble Street. 778 m
- Turn right to take the NB 1 ramp. 87.9 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. 84.9 km
- Keep left to take 1/TCH/Trans Canada Highway/Route Transcanadienne. 2.5 km
- Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto 1/TCH/Capital Drive/promenade Capital. 2.1 km
Standard car route without avoiding highways. For advanced options (motorcycle, bicycle, transit, avoid tolls) use the live planner above.
Estimate trip cost: Sussex – Wood Islands
Indicative estimates based on ~244 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 Sussex to Wood Islands
The straight-line distance between Sussex (New Brunswick) and Wood Islands (Prince Edward Island) is about 215.9 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: Sussex – Wood Islands
The journey from Sussex to Wood Islands covers roughly 244 km on the road, equal to 215.9 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 Sussex (New Brunswick) — coordinates 45.7167° N, -65.5167° E. The destination is Wood Islands (Prince Edward Island), at 45.9702° N, -62.7530° E.
Practical tips for the Sussex – Wood Islands 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 Wood Islands in Prince Edward Island, rolling farmland and red-soil coastlines, connected to the mainland by the Confederation Bridge. The route also passes near Amherst (Nova Scotia).
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 244 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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Driving Directions
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Elevation
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Cities along the Sussex – Wood Islands route
These cities are near the direct route between Sussex and Wood Islands. They may be useful as a stopover or alternate destination.
Routes with intermediate stops: Sussex → Amherst · Sussex → Springhill
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Frequently asked questions: Sussex – Wood Islands
What is the straight-line distance between Sussex and Wood Islands?
The straight-line distance between Sussex and Wood Islands is about 215.9 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.
What is the estimated road distance from Sussex to Wood Islands?
The estimated road distance from Sussex to Wood Islands is about 244 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 Sussex to Wood Islands?
Indicative drive time from Sussex to Wood Islands is about 2 h 43 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 Sussex to Wood Islands?
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 Sussex–Wood Islands 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 Sussex to Wood Islands?
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 Sussex to Wood Islands?
A common alternative is going via Amherst or Springhill. Use the live planner to compare routes.
Can I open the Sussex–Wood Islands 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 Sussex as origin and Wood Islands as destination.