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Route from Carleton Place to Pointe-Claire

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

Distance from Carleton Place to Pointe-Claire

The straight-line distance between Carleton Place and Pointe-Claire is 184.6 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 222 km, with an indicative drive time of 2 h 28 min.

Straight-line distance 184.6 km
Estimated road distance ~222 km
Indicative drive time 2 h 28 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 – Pointe-Claire

Route type Medium

Medium-distance route (100–300 km) — plan a stop and check fuel before departure.

Indicative fuel cost $25–$34

Estimate: ~222 km, 8 L/100 km, $1.65/L. ±15%. Excludes tolls.

Driving directions from Carleton Place to Pointe-Claire

The map shows the locations of Carleton Place (A) and Pointe-Claire (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 Pointe-Claire

Real distance: 235.5 km  ·  Estimated time: 3 h 37 min

🗓 Calculated on June 4, 2026
  1. Drive southeast on Franktown Road/chemin Franktown. 779 m
  2. Turn left onto 7/Highway 7. 7.3 km
  3. Take the Ashton Station Road exit toward Ashton. 521 m
  4. Turn right onto Ashton Station Road/chemin Ashton Station. 1.5 km
  5. Bear left onto Ormrod Road/chemin Ormrod. 683 m
  6. Bear left onto Flewellyn Road/chemin Flewellyn. 2.5 km
  7. Turn right onto Dwyer Hill Road/chemin Dwyer Hill/3. 27.6 km
  8. Turn left onto Donnelly Drive/promenade Donnelly/2. 98 m
  9. Turn right onto Burritts Avenue/avenue Burritts. 505 m
  10. Turn left onto Burritts Rapids Road/CR 23. 3.3 km
  11. Turn left onto County Road 43/CR 43. 16.8 km
  12. Bear left to stay on County Road 43. 19.6 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 – Pointe-Claire

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Indicative estimates based on ~222 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

Pointe-Claire

Quebec · 45.45000, -73.81670

Pointe-Claire sits on the western side of the Island of Montreal in the province of Quebec, occupying part of the metropolitan West Island. As a suburban city on the island’s lakeshore, it functions largely as a…

How to drive from Carleton Place to Pointe-Claire

The straight-line distance between Carleton Place (Ontario) and Pointe-Claire (Quebec) is about 184.6 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 – Pointe-Claire

The journey from Carleton Place to Pointe-Claire covers roughly 222 km on the road, equal to 184.6 km straight line. The trip connects Ontario to Quebec and is classified as a medium-distance route (100–300 km). Plan at least one stop and check fuel before departure. Open the interactive planner for the route map, turns, and a fuel-or-EV cost calculator.

The trip starts at Carleton Place (Ontario) — coordinates 45.1333° N, -76.1333° E. The destination is Pointe-Claire (Quebec), at 45.4500° N, -73.8167° E.

Practical tips for the Carleton Place – Pointe-Claire 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 Pointe-Claire in Quebec, St. Lawrence valley framed by the Laurentians and the Appalachians. The route also passes near Moose Creek (Ontario).

When to leave

For a medium-distance trip, leaving before 07:00 or after 10:00 helps you avoid urban congestion. Friday afternoons and Sunday returns often slow the major highways.

Alternatives

For this route of about 222 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 – Pointe-Claire

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

The straight-line distance between Carleton Place and Pointe-Claire is about 184.6 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.

What is the estimated road distance from Carleton Place to Pointe-Claire?

The estimated road distance from Carleton Place to Pointe-Claire is about 222 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 Pointe-Claire?

Indicative drive time from Carleton Place to Pointe-Claire is about 2 h 28 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 Pointe-Claire?

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–Pointe-Claire 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 Pointe-Claire?

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 Pointe-Claire?

A common alternative is going via Moose Creek or The Nation / La Nation. Use the live planner to compare routes.

Can I open the Carleton Place–Pointe-Claire 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 Pointe-Claire as destination.