Driving route · Canada

Route from Woodside to Montréal

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

Distance from Woodside to Montréal

The straight-line distance between Woodside and Montréal is 791.3 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 894 km, with an indicative drive time of 9 h 56 min.

Straight-line distance 791.3 km
Estimated road distance ~894 km
Indicative drive time 9 h 56 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: Woodside – Montréal

Route type Long

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

Indicative fuel cost $100–$136

Estimate: ~894 km, 8 L/100 km, $1.65/L. ±15%. Excludes tolls.

Driving directions from Woodside to Montréal

The map shows the locations of Woodside (A) and Montréal (B). Use the form below to calculate the up-to-date road route with turn-by-turn directions, real distance, and estimated drive time.

Avoid:

Prefer another app? Open in Google Maps ↗

Driving directions from Woodside to Montréal

Real distance: 1,240.9 km  ·  Estimated time: 15 h 49 min

🗓 Calculated on June 3, 2026
  1. Drive northeast. 92 m
  2. Bear right. 75 m
  3. Turn right. 66 m
  4. Turn right toward Eastern Passage. 612 m
  5. Turn left toward Mount Hope Avenue Woodside Industrial Park. 6.0 km
  6. Take exit 4N onto 118 North toward 102/107/Airport Truro Burnside. 1.3 km
  7. Keep left to stay on Highway 118. 87.4 km
  8. Keep left to take NS 104 toward Highway 104. 129 m
  9. Take the exit. 197.9 km
  10. Keep right to take NB 2/TCH/Route 2/Route 2 Highway toward Fredericton. 128.9 km
  11. Keep left to stay on NB 2/TCH/Route 2/Route 2 Highway. 334.3 km
  12. Keep left to take 85. 52.6 km

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

Estimate trip cost: Woodside – Montréal

Litres estimated
Fuel cost
Toll estimate
Total estimate
Range ±15%

Indicative estimates based on ~894 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

Woodside

Nova Scotia · 44.65000, -63.55000

Woodside sits on the eastern shore of Halifax Harbour in Nova Scotia, forming a suburban-industrial neighbourhood within the Halifax metropolitan region. On regional maps it appears as a harbour-side community linking…

Destination

Montréal

Quebec · 45.50890, -73.56170

Montréal sits on and around the Island of Montréal in southern Quebec at a major bend of the Saint Lawrence River. As the province's largest metropolitan area, it is the primary regional focus for road and city mapping…

How to drive from Woodside to Montréal

The straight-line distance between Woodside (Nova Scotia) and Montréal (Quebec) is about 791.3 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: Woodside – Montréal

How far is Woodside from Montréal? The road estimate is around 894 km, with an indicative drive time of 9 h 56 min. The route connects Nova Scotia to Quebec — a long route (over 300 km). Plan multiple breaks and check highway traffic, weather, and fuel availability — particularly in remote sections. Verify the track with the live planner for current instructions.

The trip starts at Woodside (Nova Scotia) — coordinates 44.6500° N, -63.5500° E. The destination is Montréal (Quebec), at 45.5089° N, -73.5617° E.

Practical tips for the Woodside – Montréal 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 Montréal in Quebec, St. Lawrence valley framed by the Laurentians and the Appalachians. The route also passes near Saint Stephen (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 894 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.

Explore Montréal

Full information about Montréal: interactive map, GPS coordinates, elevation, nearby cities, and routes to and from Montréal.

Montréal profile →

Explore Woodside

Full information about Woodside: map, GPS coordinates, and all routes from Woodside to other Canadian cities.

Woodside profile →

Related tools

Cities along the Woodside – Montréal route

These cities are near the direct route between Woodside and Montréal. They may be useful as a stopover or alternate destination.

Routes with intermediate stops: Woodside → Saint Stephen · Woodside → Woodstock

Related routes

From Woodside to other cities:

To Montréal from other cities:

From Montréal to intermediate cities:

All info about Woodside →  ·  All info about Montréal →

Popular routes from Nova Scotia

Most-searched routes from Nova Scotia, ranked by popularity.

All cities of Nova Scotia →

Frequently asked questions: Woodside – Montréal

What is the straight-line distance between Woodside and Montréal?

The straight-line distance between Woodside and Montréal is about 791.3 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.

What is the estimated road distance from Woodside to Montréal?

The estimated road distance from Woodside to Montréal is about 894 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 Woodside to Montréal?

Indicative drive time from Woodside to Montréal is about 9 h 56 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 Woodside to Montréal?

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 Woodside–Montréal 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 Woodside to Montréal?

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 Woodside to Montréal?

A common alternative is going via Saint Stephen or Woodstock. Use the live planner to compare routes.

Can I open the Woodside–Montréal 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 Woodside as origin and Montréal as destination.