Route from Canning to Wilsons Beach
Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Canning to Wilsons Beach — 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 Canning (Nova Scotia) and Wilsons Beach (New Brunswick). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.
Distance from Canning to Wilsons Beach
The straight-line distance between Canning and Wilsons Beach is 198.4 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 238 km, with an indicative drive time of 2 h 39 min.
Trip cost and route type: Canning – Wilsons Beach
Driving directions from Canning to Wilsons Beach
The map shows the locations of Canning (A) and Wilsons Beach (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 Canning to Wilsons Beach
Real distance: 585.1 km · Estimated time: 8 h 40 min
- Drive south on Chapel Street. 208 m
- Turn right onto Main Street/NS 221/NS 358. 11.4 km
- Turn left to take the 101 East ramp toward Windsor/Halifax. 31.8 km
- Take exit 5 onto 14 toward 1/215/Three Mile Plains/Rawdon. 488 m
- Turn left onto Highway 14. 8.8 km
- Bear left onto Highway 14/NS 14/Trunk 14. 56.0 km
- Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit. 15 m
- Exit the roundabout onto Highway 102. 42.2 km
- Keep left to take NS 104 toward Highway 104. 129 m
- Take the exit. 197.9 km
- Keep left to take exit 423 onto NB 1 toward Peticodiac/Sussex/Saint John. 183.7 km
- Take exit 56 onto 172 toward St. George/Deer Island/Campobello Island. 617 m
Standard car route without avoiding highways. For advanced options (motorcycle, bicycle, transit, avoid tolls) use the live planner above.
Estimate trip cost: Canning – Wilsons Beach
Indicative estimates based on ~238 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 Canning to Wilsons Beach
The straight-line distance between Canning (Nova Scotia) and Wilsons Beach (New Brunswick) is about 198.4 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: Canning – Wilsons Beach
How far is Canning from Wilsons Beach? The road estimate is around 238 km, with an indicative drive time of 2 h 39 min. The route connects Nova Scotia to New Brunswick — a medium-distance route (100–300 km). Plan at least one stop and check fuel before departure. Verify the track with the live planner for current instructions.
The trip starts at Canning (Nova Scotia) — coordinates 45.1600° N, -64.4289° E. The destination is Wilsons Beach (New Brunswick), at 44.9331° N, -66.9340° E.
Practical tips for the Canning – Wilsons Beach drive
Terrain along the way
The route starts in Nova Scotia — a province maritime, with Atlantic coves, harbours, and Cape Breton's highlands — and reaches Wilsons Beach in New Brunswick, forested and Acadian, with the Bay of Fundy and tidal coastlines. The route also passes near Annapolis Royal (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 238 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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Routes with intermediate stops: Canning → Annapolis Royal · Canning → Lequille
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Frequently asked questions: Canning – Wilsons Beach
What is the straight-line distance between Canning and Wilsons Beach?
The straight-line distance between Canning and Wilsons Beach is about 198.4 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.
What is the estimated road distance from Canning to Wilsons Beach?
The estimated road distance from Canning to Wilsons Beach is about 238 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 Canning to Wilsons Beach?
Indicative drive time from Canning to Wilsons Beach is about 2 h 39 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 Canning to Wilsons Beach?
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 Canning–Wilsons Beach 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 Canning to Wilsons Beach?
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 Canning to Wilsons Beach?
A common alternative is going via Annapolis Royal or Lequille. Use the live planner to compare routes.
Can I open the Canning–Wilsons Beach 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 Canning as origin and Wilsons Beach as destination.