Route from Inverness to Wood Islands
Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Inverness 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 Inverness (Nova Scotia) 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 Inverness to Wood Islands
The straight-line distance between Inverness and Wood Islands is 130 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 156 km, with an indicative drive time of 1 h 44 min.
Trip cost and route type: Inverness – Wood Islands
Driving directions from Inverness to Wood Islands
The map shows the locations of Inverness (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 Inverness to Wood Islands
Real distance: 529.9 km · Estimated time: 7 h 30 min
- Drive northwest on Tailor Road. 1.2 km
- Bear right onto Egypt Road. 2.6 km
- Turn left onto Highway 395/NS 395. 30.8 km
- Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto Highway 105/Trans Canada Highway/Highway 105 Route Transcanadienne/Highway 105. 52 m
- Bear right onto NS 105/TCH/Highway 105/Trans Canada Highway/Highway 105 Route Transcanadienne/Highway 105. Continue on TCH. 47.4 km
- Bear left onto NS 104/NS 4/TCH. Continue on NS 104/TCH. 11.2 km
- Keep left to take NS 104/TCH/Highway 104. 19.9 km
- Keep left to stay on TCH. 244.7 km
- Take exit 513B onto 16 toward Port Elgin. 885 m
- Bear right onto NB 16/TCH/Route 16. 25.2 km
- 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
Standard car route without avoiding highways. For advanced options (motorcycle, bicycle, transit, avoid tolls) use the live planner above.
Estimate trip cost: Inverness – Wood Islands
Indicative estimates based on ~156 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 Inverness to Wood Islands
The straight-line distance between Inverness (Nova Scotia) and Wood Islands (Prince Edward Island) is about 130 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: Inverness – Wood Islands
The journey from Inverness to Wood Islands covers roughly 156 km on the road, equal to 130 km straight line. The trip connects Nova Scotia 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 Inverness (Nova Scotia) — coordinates 46.2000° N, -61.1000° E. The destination is Wood Islands (Prince Edward Island), at 45.9702° N, -62.7530° E.
Practical tips for the Inverness – Wood Islands 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 Wood Islands 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 156 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: Inverness – Wood Islands
What is the straight-line distance between Inverness and Wood Islands?
The straight-line distance between Inverness and Wood Islands is about 130 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.
What is the estimated road distance from Inverness to Wood Islands?
The estimated road distance from Inverness to Wood Islands is about 156 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 Inverness to Wood Islands?
Indicative drive time from Inverness to Wood Islands is about 1 h 44 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 Inverness 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 Inverness–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 Inverness 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 Inverness to Wood Islands?
For alternative routes, use the live planner: pick between highways, secondary roads, and shorter or scenic options.
Can I open the Inverness–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 Inverness as origin and Wood Islands as destination.