Route from Carleton Place to Pointe-du-Lac
Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Carleton Place to Pointe-du-Lac — 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-du-Lac (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-du-Lac
The straight-line distance between Carleton Place and Pointe-du-Lac is 297.2 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 336 km, with an indicative drive time of 3 h 44 min.
Trip cost and route type: Carleton Place – Pointe-du-Lac
Driving directions from Carleton Place to Pointe-du-Lac
The map shows the locations of Carleton Place (A) and Pointe-du-Lac (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-du-Lac
Real distance: 347.9 km · Estimated time: 5 h 25 min
- Drive southeast on Franktown Road/chemin Franktown. 779 m
- Turn left onto 7/Highway 7. 7.3 km
- Take the Ashton Station Road exit toward Ashton. 521 m
- Turn right onto Ashton Station Road/chemin Ashton Station. 1.5 km
- Bear left onto Ormrod Road/chemin Ormrod. 683 m
- Bear left onto Flewellyn Road/chemin Flewellyn. 2.5 km
- Turn right onto Dwyer Hill Road/chemin Dwyer Hill/3. 1.4 km
- Turn left onto Fallowfield Road/chemin Fallowfield/12. 28.2 km
- Turn left onto Prince Of Wales Drive/promenade Prince Of Wales/73. 2.7 km
- Turn right onto West Hunt Club Road/chemin West Hunt Club/32. Continue on 32. 10.5 km
- Take the 417 East/417 Est ramp toward Montreal. 80.0 km
- Take exit 27 onto 34 toward Vankleek Hill/Hawkesbury. 427 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 – Pointe-du-Lac
Indicative estimates based on ~336 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 Pointe-du-Lac
The straight-line distance between Carleton Place (Ontario) and Pointe-du-Lac (Quebec) is about 297.2 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-du-Lac
How far is Carleton Place from Pointe-du-Lac? The road estimate is around 336 km, with an indicative drive time of 3 h 44 min. The route connects Ontario 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 Carleton Place (Ontario) — coordinates 45.1333° N, -76.1333° E. The destination is Pointe-du-Lac (Quebec), at 46.2911° N, -72.6833° E.
Practical tips for the Carleton Place – Pointe-du-Lac 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-du-Lac in Quebec, St. Lawrence valley framed by the Laurentians and the Appalachians. The route also passes near Lachute (Quebec).
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 336 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 – Pointe-du-Lac route
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Routes with intermediate stops: Carleton Place → Lachute · Carleton Place → Grenville · Carleton Place → Saint-André-Est
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Frequently asked questions: Carleton Place – Pointe-du-Lac
What is the straight-line distance between Carleton Place and Pointe-du-Lac?
The straight-line distance between Carleton Place and Pointe-du-Lac is about 297.2 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-du-Lac?
The estimated road distance from Carleton Place to Pointe-du-Lac is about 336 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-du-Lac?
Indicative drive time from Carleton Place to Pointe-du-Lac is about 3 h 44 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-du-Lac?
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-du-Lac 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-du-Lac?
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-du-Lac?
A common alternative is going via Lachute or Grenville. Use the live planner to compare routes.
Can I open the Carleton Place–Pointe-du-Lac 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-du-Lac as destination.