Route from Carleton Place to Essa
Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Carleton Place to Essa — 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 Essa (Ontario). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.
Distance from Carleton Place to Essa
The straight-line distance between Carleton Place and Essa is 304.8 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 344 km, with an indicative drive time of 3 h 50 min.
Trip cost and route type: Carleton Place – Essa
Driving directions from Carleton Place to Essa
The map shows the locations of Carleton Place (A) and Essa (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 Essa
Real distance: 396.1 km · Estimated time: 6 h 26 min
- Drive southeast on Franktown Road/chemin Franktown. 12.5 km
- Turn right onto Perth Road/CR 10. Continue on CR 10. 22.2 km
- Turn right onto Drummond Street West. 1.4 km
- Turn left onto 7/Dufferin Street. Continue on 7. 182.8 km
- Turn left onto Television Road. 16.8 km
- Take exit 40 onto 7A West toward Port Perry. 291 m
- Keep right to take 7A West toward Port Perry. 17.9 km
- Bear right onto Highway 35/7A/35. 1.6 km
- Turn left onto Highway 7A/7A. Continue on 7A. 26.6 km
- Turn left onto Queen Street. 2.8 km
- Turn right onto Highway 7/12/7/12. 7.2 km
- Turn left onto Regional Highway 47/RH 47. Continue on RH 47. 9.7 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 – Essa
Indicative estimates based on ~344 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 Carleton Place to Essa
The straight-line distance between Carleton Place (Ontario) and Essa (Ontario) is about 304.8 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 – Essa
The trip from Carleton Place to Essa covers about 344 km on the road (304.8 km straight line). Plan multiple breaks and check highway traffic, weather, and fuel availability — particularly in remote sections. The route stays within Ontario and is classified as a long route (over 300 km). Click "Update route" for the latest track, turns, and fuel-cost estimate.
Practical tips for the Carleton Place – Essa drive
Terrain along the way
The route stays within Ontario, Great Lakes shoreline in the south, Canadian Shield forests across the north.
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 344 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 Carleton Place – Essa route
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Routes with intermediate stops: Carleton Place → Marmora · Carleton Place → Norwood · Carleton Place → Lakefield
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Frequently asked questions: Carleton Place – Essa
What is the straight-line distance between Carleton Place and Essa?
The straight-line distance between Carleton Place and Essa is about 304.8 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.
What is the estimated road distance from Carleton Place to Essa?
The estimated road distance from Carleton Place to Essa is about 344 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 Essa?
Indicative drive time from Carleton Place to Essa is about 3 h 50 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 Essa?
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–Essa 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 Essa?
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 Essa?
A common alternative is going via Marmora or Norwood. Use the live planner to compare routes.
Can I open the Carleton Place–Essa 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 Essa as destination.