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Route from Carleton Place to Rideau Lakes

Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Carleton Place to Rideau Lakes — 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 Rideau Lakes (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 Rideau Lakes

The straight-line distance between Carleton Place and Rideau Lakes is 52.3 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 68 km, with an indicative drive time of 45 min.

Straight-line distance 52.3 km
Estimated road distance ~68 km
Indicative drive time 45 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 – Rideau Lakes

Route type Short

Short route (under 100 km) — suitable for a day trip. Indicative drive time under 1 h 30 min.

Indicative fuel cost $8–$10

Estimate: ~68 km, 8 L/100 km, $1.65/L. ±15%. Excludes tolls.

Driving directions from Carleton Place to Rideau Lakes

The map shows the locations of Carleton Place (A) and Rideau Lakes (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 Rideau Lakes

Real distance: 62.3 km  ·  Estimated time: 1 h 6 min

🗓 Calculated on June 4, 2026
  1. Drive southeast on Franktown Road/chemin Franktown. 27.2 km
  2. Turn right onto Cornelia Street East/15. 1.1 km
  3. Turn left onto William Street West. 779 m
  4. Bear right onto Abbott Street North. 558 m
  5. Turn right onto Lombard Street/15. Continue on 15. 30.8 km
  6. Turn left onto Youngs Hill Road. 1.4 km
  7. Turn left onto Forfar Road. 364 m

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

Estimate trip cost: Carleton Place – Rideau Lakes

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Indicative estimates based on ~68 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

Rideau Lakes

Ontario · 44.66670, -76.21670

Rideau Lakes sits in eastern Ontario within a lake-dotted inland region centred on a chain of connected lakes and waterways. On provincial maps the area shows low-density settlement with scattered village centres,…

How to drive from Carleton Place to Rideau Lakes

The straight-line distance between Carleton Place (Ontario) and Rideau Lakes (Ontario) is about 52.3 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 – Rideau Lakes

Driving directions from Carleton Place to Rideau Lakes: estimated road distance 68 km, indicative time about 45 min by car. The route stays within Ontario — a short route (under 100 km). Suitable for daily commuting, errands, or a day trip. Use the live planner for an up-to-date track with turn-by-turn directions.

Practical tips for the Carleton Place – Rideau Lakes 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 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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Cities along the Carleton Place – Rideau Lakes route

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Routes with intermediate stops: Carleton Place → Perth · Carleton Place → Smiths Falls · Carleton Place → Westport

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Frequently asked questions: Carleton Place – Rideau Lakes

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

The straight-line distance between Carleton Place and Rideau Lakes is about 52.3 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.

What is the estimated road distance from Carleton Place to Rideau Lakes?

The estimated road distance from Carleton Place to Rideau Lakes is about 68 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 Rideau Lakes?

Indicative drive time from Carleton Place to Rideau Lakes is about 45 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 Rideau Lakes?

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–Rideau Lakes 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 Rideau Lakes?

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 Rideau Lakes?

A common alternative is going via Perth or Smiths Falls. Use the live planner to compare routes.

Can I open the Carleton Place–Rideau Lakes 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 Rideau Lakes as destination.