Route from Westville to Wilsons Beach
Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Westville to Wilsons Beach — 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 Westville (Nova Scotia) and Wilsons Beach (New Brunswick). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.
Distance from Westville to Wilsons Beach
The straight-line distance between Westville and Wilsons Beach is 338.5 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 383 km, with an indicative drive time of 4 h 15 min.
Trip cost and route type: Westville – Wilsons Beach
Driving directions from Westville to Wilsons Beach
The map shows the locations of Westville (A) and Wilsons Beach (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 Westville to Wilsons Beach
Real distance: 490.9 km · Estimated time: 7 h 12 min
- Drive northwest. 419 m
- Turn right onto Drummond Road. 116 m
- Turn left onto Campbells Road. 849 m
- Turn right onto Dufferin Street. 514 m
- Turn right onto Main Street/NS 289. 16 m
- Turn left onto Cowan Street. 2.7 km
- Turn left onto Highway 4/NS 4. 346 m
- Turn left to take the TCH ramp. 249.9 km
- Keep left to take exit 423 onto NB 1 toward Peticodiac/Sussex/Saint John. 183.7 km
- Take exit 56 onto 172 toward St. George/Deer Island/Campobello Island. 617 m
- Turn left onto Route 172/NB 172/NB 780. Continue on NB 172. 13.7 km
- Turn right onto Route 172/NB 172. Continue on NB 172. 3.0 km
Standard car route without avoiding highways. For advanced options (motorcycle, bicycle, transit, avoid tolls) use the live planner above.
Estimate trip cost: Westville – Wilsons Beach
Indicative estimates based on ~383 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 Westville to Wilsons Beach
The straight-line distance between Westville (Nova Scotia) and Wilsons Beach (New Brunswick) is about 338.5 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: Westville – Wilsons Beach
From Westville to Wilsons Beach the estimated road distance is roughly 383 km (338.5 km straight line). The trip connects Nova Scotia to New Brunswick and is a long route (over 300 km). Plan multiple breaks and check highway traffic, weather, and fuel availability — particularly in remote sections. The live planner provides turn-by-turn instructions, indicative arrival time, and a fuel-or-electricity cost estimate.
The trip starts at Westville (Nova Scotia) — coordinates 45.5500° N, -62.7000° E. The destination is Wilsons Beach (New Brunswick), at 44.9331° N, -66.9340° E.
Practical tips for the Westville – Wilsons Beach 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 Wilsons Beach in New Brunswick, forested and Acadian, with the Bay of Fundy and tidal coastlines. The route also passes near Berwick (Nova Scotia).
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 383 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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Cities along the Westville – Wilsons Beach route
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Routes with intermediate stops: Westville → Berwick · Westville → Lakeville · Westville → Aylesford
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Frequently asked questions: Westville – Wilsons Beach
What is the straight-line distance between Westville and Wilsons Beach?
The straight-line distance between Westville and Wilsons Beach is about 338.5 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.
What is the estimated road distance from Westville to Wilsons Beach?
The estimated road distance from Westville to Wilsons Beach is about 383 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 Westville to Wilsons Beach?
Indicative drive time from Westville to Wilsons Beach is about 4 h 15 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 Westville to Wilsons Beach?
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 Westville–Wilsons Beach 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 Westville to Wilsons Beach?
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 Westville to Wilsons Beach?
A common alternative is going via Berwick or Lakeville. Use the live planner to compare routes.
Can I open the Westville–Wilsons Beach 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 Westville as origin and Wilsons Beach as destination.