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Route from Lakeville to Saint John

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

Distance from Lakeville to Saint John

The straight-line distance between Lakeville and Saint John is 112.5 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 135 km, with an indicative drive time of 1 h 30 min.

Straight-line distance 112.5 km
Estimated road distance ~135 km
Indicative drive time 1 h 30 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: Lakeville – Saint John

Route type Medium

Medium-distance route (100–300 km) — plan a stop and check fuel before departure.

Indicative fuel cost $15–$20

Estimate: ~135 km, 8 L/100 km, $1.65/L. ±15%. Excludes tolls.

Driving directions from Lakeville to Saint John

The map shows the locations of Lakeville (A) and Saint John (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 Lakeville to Saint John

Real distance: 480.6 km  ·  Estimated time: 6 h 8 min

🗓 Calculated on June 4, 2026
  1. Drive south on Black Rock Road. 329 m
  2. Turn left onto Highway 1/NS 1/Trunk 1. 9.2 km
  3. Take the 101 East ramp toward New Minas/Wolfville/Halifax. 10.6 km
  4. Keep left to stay on NS 101/Highway 101. 35.3 km
  5. Take exit 5 onto 14 toward 1/215/Three Mile Plains/Rawdon. 488 m
  6. Turn left onto Highway 14. 8.8 km
  7. Bear left onto Highway 14/NS 14/Trunk 14. 56.0 km
  8. Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit. 15 m
  9. Exit the roundabout onto Highway 102. 42.2 km
  10. Keep left to take NS 104 toward Highway 104. 129 m
  11. Take the exit. 197.9 km
  12. Keep left to take exit 423 onto NB 1 toward Peticodiac/Sussex/Saint John. 117.4 km

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

Estimate trip cost: Lakeville – Saint John

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Indicative estimates based on ~135 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

Lakeville

Nova Scotia · 45.05130, -64.67810

Lakeville is a small rural community in Nova Scotia, positioned in the province’s inland patchwork of mixed forest, small lakes and farmland. On provincial maps it appears as a local settlement rather than part of a…

Destination

Saint John

New Brunswick · 45.28060, -66.07610

Saint John sits on the southern coast of New Brunswick at the mouth of the St. John River where the urban area frames a working harbour on the Bay of Fundy. As a principal coastal city and port on the southern shore and…

How to drive from Lakeville to Saint John

The straight-line distance between Lakeville (Nova Scotia) and Saint John (New Brunswick) is about 112.5 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: Lakeville – Saint John

How far is Lakeville from Saint John? The road estimate is around 135 km, with an indicative drive time of 1 h 30 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 Lakeville (Nova Scotia) — coordinates 45.0513° N, -64.6781° E. The destination is Saint John (New Brunswick), at 45.2806° N, -66.0761° E.

Practical tips for the Lakeville – Saint John 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 Saint John in New Brunswick, forested and Acadian, with the Bay of Fundy and tidal coastlines.

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.

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Frequently asked questions: Lakeville – Saint John

What is the straight-line distance between Lakeville and Saint John?

The straight-line distance between Lakeville and Saint John is about 112.5 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.

What is the estimated road distance from Lakeville to Saint John?

The estimated road distance from Lakeville to Saint John is about 135 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 Lakeville to Saint John?

Indicative drive time from Lakeville to Saint John is about 1 h 30 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 Lakeville to Saint John?

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 Lakeville–Saint John 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 Lakeville to Saint John?

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 Lakeville to Saint John?

For alternative routes, use the live planner: pick between highways, secondary roads, and shorter or scenic options.

Can I open the Lakeville–Saint John 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 Lakeville as origin and Saint John as destination.