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Route from Port Hawkesbury to Wood Islands

Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Port Hawkesbury 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 Port Hawkesbury (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 Port Hawkesbury to Wood Islands

The straight-line distance between Port Hawkesbury and Wood Islands is 114.7 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 138 km, with an indicative drive time of 1 h 32 min.

Straight-line distance 114.7 km
Estimated road distance ~138 km
Indicative drive time 1 h 32 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: Port Hawkesbury – Wood Islands

Route type Medium

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

Indicative fuel cost $15–$21

Estimate: ~138 km, 8 L/100 km, $1.65/L. ±15%. Excludes tolls.

Driving directions from Port Hawkesbury to Wood Islands

The map shows the locations of Port Hawkesbury (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 Port Hawkesbury to Wood Islands

Real distance: 453.2 km  ·  Estimated time: 5 h 53 min

🗓 Calculated on June 4, 2026
  1. Drive northeast on MacSween Street. 24 m
  2. Turn left onto Granville Street. 1.0 km
  3. Turn left onto NS 4/Reeves Street. Continue on NS 4. 4.3 km
  4. Bear left onto NS 104/NS 4/TCH. Continue on NS 104/TCH. 11.2 km
  5. Keep left to take NS 104/TCH/Highway 104. 19.9 km
  6. Keep left to stay on TCH. 244.7 km
  7. Take exit 513B onto 16 toward Port Elgin. 885 m
  8. Bear right onto NB 16/TCH/Route 16. 25.2 km
  9. Exit the roundabout onto NB 16/TCH/Route 16. Continue on TCH. 84.9 km
  10. Keep left to take 1/TCH/Trans Canada Highway/Route Transcanadienne. 2.5 km
  11. Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto 1/TCH/Capital Drive/promenade Capital. 2.1 km
  12. 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 – Wood Islands

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Indicative estimates based on ~138 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

Port Hawkesbury

Nova Scotia · 45.61530, -61.36420

Port Hawkesbury sits on the southwestern edge of Cape Breton Island in eastern Nova Scotia, occupying a coastal position at a narrow inlet where island and mainland geography meet. On routable maps it appears as a…

Destination

Wood Islands

Prince Edward Island · 45.97020, -62.75300

Wood Islands sits on the southeastern shore of Prince Edward Island along the Northumberland Strait. On maps it appears where a compact cluster of local roads meets the shoreline, marking an eastern approach to the…

How to drive from Port Hawkesbury to Wood Islands

The straight-line distance between Port Hawkesbury (Nova Scotia) and Wood Islands (Prince Edward Island) is about 114.7 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 – Wood Islands

Planning a trip from Port Hawkesbury to Wood Islands means budgeting around 138 km on the road and an indicative drive time of 1 h 32 min by car. The route connects Nova Scotia to Prince Edward Island and falls into a medium-distance route (100–300 km). Plan at least one stop and check fuel before departure.

The trip starts at Port Hawkesbury (Nova Scotia) — coordinates 45.6153° N, -61.3642° E. The destination is Wood Islands (Prince Edward Island), at 45.9702° N, -62.7530° E.

Practical tips for the Port Hawkesbury – 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. The route also passes near Antigonish (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.

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Frequently asked questions: Port Hawkesbury – Wood Islands

What is the straight-line distance between Port Hawkesbury and Wood Islands?

The straight-line distance between Port Hawkesbury and Wood Islands is about 114.7 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.

What is the estimated road distance from Port Hawkesbury to Wood Islands?

The estimated road distance from Port Hawkesbury to Wood Islands is about 138 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 Wood Islands?

Indicative drive time from Port Hawkesbury to Wood Islands is about 1 h 32 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 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 Port Hawkesbury–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 Port Hawkesbury 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 Port Hawkesbury to Wood Islands?

A common alternative is going via Antigonish. Use the live planner to compare routes.

Can I open the Port Hawkesbury–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 Port Hawkesbury as origin and Wood Islands as destination.