Route from Port Hawkesbury to Charlottetown
Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Port Hawkesbury to Charlottetown — 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 Port Hawkesbury (Nova Scotia) and Charlottetown (Prince Edward Island). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.
Distance from Port Hawkesbury to Charlottetown
The straight-line distance between Port Hawkesbury and Charlottetown is 153.6 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 184 km, with an indicative drive time of 2 h 3 min.
Trip cost and route type: Port Hawkesbury – Charlottetown
Driving directions from Port Hawkesbury to Charlottetown
The map shows the locations of Port Hawkesbury (A) and Charlottetown (B). Use the form below to calculate the up-to-date road route with turn-by-turn directions, real distance, and estimated drive time.
Turn-by-turn directions
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Driving directions from Port Hawkesbury to Charlottetown
Real distance: 401.8 km · Estimated time: 4 h 59 min
- Drive northeast on MacSween Street. 24 m
- Turn left onto Granville Street. 1.0 km
- Turn left onto NS 4/Reeves Street. Continue on NS 4. 4.3 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
- Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto 1/TCH/Capital Drive/promenade Capital. 2.1 km
- Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Capital Drive/1/TCH. 40 m
Standard car route without avoiding highways. For advanced options (motorcycle, bicycle, transit, avoid tolls) use the live planner above.
Estimate trip cost: Port Hawkesbury – Charlottetown
Indicative estimates based on ~184 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 Port Hawkesbury to Charlottetown
The straight-line distance between Port Hawkesbury (Nova Scotia) and Charlottetown (Prince Edward Island) is about 153.6 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: Port Hawkesbury – Charlottetown
The journey from Port Hawkesbury to Charlottetown covers roughly 184 km on the road, equal to 153.6 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 Port Hawkesbury (Nova Scotia) — coordinates 45.6153° N, -61.3642° E. The destination is Charlottetown (Prince Edward Island), at 46.2403° N, -63.1347° E.
Practical tips for the Port Hawkesbury – Charlottetown 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 Charlottetown 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 184 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: Port Hawkesbury – Charlottetown
What is the straight-line distance between Port Hawkesbury and Charlottetown?
The straight-line distance between Port Hawkesbury and Charlottetown is about 153.6 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.
What is the estimated road distance from Port Hawkesbury to Charlottetown?
The estimated road distance from Port Hawkesbury to Charlottetown is about 184 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 Port Hawkesbury to Charlottetown?
Indicative drive time from Port Hawkesbury to Charlottetown is about 2 h 3 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 Port Hawkesbury to Charlottetown?
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 Port Hawkesbury–Charlottetown 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 Port Hawkesbury to Charlottetown?
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 Port Hawkesbury to Charlottetown?
For alternative routes, use the live planner: pick between highways, secondary roads, and shorter or scenic options.
Can I open the Port Hawkesbury–Charlottetown 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 Port Hawkesbury as origin and Charlottetown as destination.