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Route from Carleton Place to Emerson

Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Carleton Place to Emerson — 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 Carleton Place (Ontario) and Emerson (Manitoba). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.

Distance from Carleton Place to Emerson

The straight-line distance between Carleton Place and Emerson is 1648.3 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 1863 km, with an indicative drive time of 20 h 42 min.

Straight-line distance 1648.3 km
Estimated road distance ~1863 km
Indicative drive time 20 h 42 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: Carleton Place – Emerson

Route type Long

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

Indicative fuel cost $209–$283

Estimate: ~1863 km, 8 L/100 km, $1.65/L. ±15%. Excludes tolls.

Driving directions from Carleton Place to Emerson

The map shows the locations of Carleton Place (A) and Emerson (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 Carleton Place to Emerson

Real distance: 2,001.4 km  ·  Estimated time: 27 h 5 min

🗓 Calculated on June 4, 2026
  1. Drive southeast on Franktown Road/chemin Franktown. 779 m
  2. Turn left onto 7/Highway 7. 10.9 km
  3. Take the 3 exit. 663 m
  4. Turn left onto Dwyer Hill Road/chemin Dwyer Hill/3. Continue on 3. 23.7 km
  5. Turn right onto Kinburn Side Road/chemin Kinburn Side/20. 745 m
  6. Take the 417 West/417 EDR West/417 Ouest/417 EDR Ouest ramp toward North Bay. 243.8 km
  7. Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto 17/McConnell Street/Rue McConnell. 44 m
  8. Exit the roundabout onto 17/McConnell Street/Rue McConnell. Continue on 17. 58.7 km
  9. Take the 17 exit toward North Bay. 119.8 km
  10. Turn left to stay on 17. 283.3 km
  11. Turn left onto Bar River West/17B. 86 m
  12. Turn right onto Highway 17B/17B. 25.9 km

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

Estimate trip cost: Carleton Place – Emerson

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Indicative estimates based on ~1863 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

Carleton Place

Ontario · 45.13330, -76.13330

Carleton Place sits in eastern Ontario on a river corridor just west of the Ottawa area. The town appears on regional maps as a compact cluster of residential and commercial streets lining a river valley, serving…

Destination

Emerson

Manitoba · 49.00790, -97.22340

Emerson sits in southern Manitoba near latitude 49.0079 and longitude -97.2234, positioned on the province’s agricultural plains close to the international boundary. A small community of roughly 660 people, it functions…

How to drive from Carleton Place to Emerson

The straight-line distance between Carleton Place (Ontario) and Emerson (Manitoba) is about 1648.3 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: Carleton Place – Emerson

The route connects Ontario to Manitoba: from Carleton Place to Emerson you cover roughly 1863 km on the road (geometric distance 1648.3 km). A long route (over 300 km). Plan multiple breaks and check highway traffic, weather, and fuel availability — particularly in remote sections. The live planner calculates the optimal route with step-by-step instructions and trip cost.

The trip starts at Carleton Place (Ontario) — coordinates 45.1333° N, -76.1333° E. The destination is Emerson (Manitoba), at 49.0079° N, -97.2234° E.

Practical tips for the Carleton Place – Emerson drive

Terrain along the way

The route starts in Ontario — a province Great Lakes shoreline in the south, Canadian Shield forests across the north — and reaches Emerson in Manitoba, prairie and lake country, with thousands of lakes and rivers. The route also passes near Peninsula (Ontario).

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 1863 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: Carleton Place – Emerson

What is the straight-line distance between Carleton Place and Emerson?

The straight-line distance between Carleton Place and Emerson is about 1648.3 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.

What is the estimated road distance from Carleton Place to Emerson?

The estimated road distance from Carleton Place to Emerson is about 1863 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 Carleton Place to Emerson?

Indicative drive time from Carleton Place to Emerson is about 20 h 42 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 Carleton Place to Emerson?

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 Carleton Place–Emerson 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 Carleton Place to Emerson?

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 Carleton Place to Emerson?

A common alternative is going via Peninsula or Sault Ste. Marie. Use the live planner to compare routes.

Can I open the Carleton Place–Emerson 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 Carleton Place as origin and Emerson as destination.