Route from Priestville to Stratford
Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Priestville to Stratford — 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 Stratford (Prince Edward Island). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.
Distance from Priestville to Stratford
The straight-line distance between Priestville and Stratford is 80.1 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 96 km, with an indicative drive time of 1 h 4 min.
Trip cost and route type: Priestville – Stratford
Driving directions from Priestville to Stratford
The map shows the locations of Priestville (A) and Stratford (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 Stratford
Real distance: 299.8 km · Estimated time: 3 h 54 min
- Drive east on Sherbrooke Road/NS 347. 1.4 km
- Turn right to take the TCH ramp. 171.5 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
- Exit the roundabout onto Capital Drive/1/TCH. Continue on Capital Drive. 905 m
- Turn right onto North River Road/236. 3.8 km
- Turn left onto Brighton Road. 889 m
- Turn right onto Great George Street. 362 m
Standard car route without avoiding highways. For advanced options (motorcycle, bicycle, transit, avoid tolls) use the live planner above.
Estimate trip cost: Priestville – Stratford
Indicative estimates based on ~96 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 Priestville to Stratford
The straight-line distance between Priestville (Nova Scotia) and Stratford (Prince Edward Island) is about 80.1 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 – Stratford
From Priestville to Stratford the estimated road distance is roughly 96 km (80.1 km straight line). The trip connects Nova Scotia to Prince Edward Island and is a short route (under 100 km). Suitable for daily commuting, errands, or a day trip. The live planner provides turn-by-turn instructions, indicative arrival time, and a fuel-or-electricity cost estimate.
The trip starts at Priestville (Nova Scotia) — coordinates 45.5730° N, -62.6234° E. The destination is Stratford (Prince Edward Island), at 46.2167° N, -63.0893° E.
Practical tips for the Priestville – Stratford 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 Stratford in Prince Edward Island, rolling farmland and red-soil coastlines, connected to the mainland by the Confederation Bridge. The route also passes near Wood Islands (Prince Edward Island).
When to leave
For a short route, avoid morning rush hour (07:30–09:00) and evening rush (15:30–18:00) on weekdays. Saturday morning and Sunday late morning typically have lighter traffic.
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Routes with intermediate stops: Priestville → Wood Islands · Priestville → Murray River · Priestville → Pictou
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Frequently asked questions: Priestville – Stratford
What is the straight-line distance between Priestville and Stratford?
The straight-line distance between Priestville and Stratford is about 80.1 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.
What is the estimated road distance from Priestville to Stratford?
The estimated road distance from Priestville to Stratford is about 96 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 Stratford?
Indicative drive time from Priestville to Stratford is about 1 h 4 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 Stratford?
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–Stratford 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 Stratford?
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 Stratford?
A common alternative is going via Wood Islands or Murray River. Use the live planner to compare routes.
Can I open the Priestville–Stratford 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 Stratford as destination.