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Route from Priestville to Grand Falls

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

Distance from Priestville to Grand Falls

The straight-line distance between Priestville and Grand Falls is 425.2 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 480 km, with an indicative drive time of 5 h 20 min.

Straight-line distance 425.2 km
Estimated road distance ~480 km
Indicative drive time 5 h 20 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: Priestville – Grand Falls

Route type Long

Long route (over 300 km) — plan a break roughly every 2 hours and check highway traffic and weather.

Indicative fuel cost $54–$73

Estimate: ~480 km, 8 L/100 km, $1.65/L. ±15%. Excludes tolls.

Driving directions from Priestville to Grand Falls

The map shows the locations of Priestville (A) and Grand Falls (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 Priestville to Grand Falls

Real distance: 607.5 km  ·  Estimated time: 6 h 55 min

🗓 Calculated on June 4, 2026
  1. Drive east on Sherbrooke Road/NS 347. 1.4 km
  2. Turn right to take the TCH ramp. 260.5 km
  3. Keep right to take NB 2/TCH/Route 2/Route 2 Highway toward Fredericton. 128.9 km
  4. Keep left to stay on NB 2/TCH/Route 2/Route 2 Highway. 212.1 km
  5. Take exit 83 onto Portage Road. 534 m
  6. Turn right onto Chemin Portage/Portage Road/NB 130. 2.7 km
  7. Turn right onto Chemin River. 666 m
  8. Turn right. 63 m

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

Estimate trip cost: Priestville – Grand Falls

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Indicative estimates based on ~480 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

Priestville

Nova Scotia · 45.57300, -62.62340

Priestville is a small rural community in Nova Scotia's central-eastern region that appears on provincial maps as a compact settlement rather than part of a larger metropolitan area. With a population of about 157, it…

Destination

Grand Falls

New Brunswick · 47.03440, -67.73940

Grand Falls sits in northwestern New Brunswick on the Saint John River where a waterfall and narrow gorge shape the townsite. On provincial maps it appears as a compact urban node serving surrounding agricultural and…

How to drive from Priestville to Grand Falls

The straight-line distance between Priestville (Nova Scotia) and Grand Falls (New Brunswick) is about 425.2 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: Priestville – Grand Falls

Looking for directions from Priestville to Grand Falls? The estimated road distance is 480 km (425.2 km straight line), with an indicative drive time of 5 h 20 min. A long route (over 300 km) that connects Nova Scotia to New Brunswick. Plan multiple breaks and check highway traffic, weather, and fuel availability — particularly in remote sections. Choose the transport mode in the live planner to get the detailed track.

The trip starts at Priestville (Nova Scotia) — coordinates 45.5730° N, -62.6234° E. The destination is Grand Falls (New Brunswick), at 47.0344° N, -67.7394° E.

Practical tips for the Priestville – Grand Falls 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 Grand Falls in New Brunswick, forested and Acadian, with the Bay of Fundy and tidal coastlines. The route also passes near Saint-Antoine (New Brunswick).

When to leave

For a long route, leave early (before 06:30) or wait until after 10:00. Avoid summer long-weekend exoduses and major holidays. Plan a break every 1.5–2 hours of driving — and check weather, especially across the Prairies and through mountain passes.

Alternatives

For this route of about 480 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: Priestville – Grand Falls

What is the straight-line distance between Priestville and Grand Falls?

The straight-line distance between Priestville and Grand Falls is about 425.2 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.

What is the estimated road distance from Priestville to Grand Falls?

The estimated road distance from Priestville to Grand Falls is about 480 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 Priestville to Grand Falls?

Indicative drive time from Priestville to Grand Falls is about 5 h 20 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 Priestville to Grand Falls?

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 Priestville–Grand Falls 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 Priestville to Grand Falls?

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 Priestville to Grand Falls?

A common alternative is going via Saint-Antoine or Moncton. Use the live planner to compare routes.

Can I open the Priestville–Grand Falls 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 Priestville as origin and Grand Falls as destination.