Route from Carleton Place to Wakefield
Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Carleton Place to Wakefield — 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 Wakefield (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 Wakefield
The straight-line distance between Carleton Place and Wakefield is 57.7 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 75 km, with an indicative drive time of 50 min.
Trip cost and route type: Carleton Place – Wakefield
Driving directions from Carleton Place to Wakefield
The map shows the locations of Carleton Place (A) and Wakefield (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 Wakefield
Real distance: 101.2 km · Estimated time: 1 h 58 min
- Drive southeast on Franktown Road/chemin Franktown. 779 m
- Turn left onto 7/Highway 7. 10.9 km
- Take the 3 exit. 663 m
- Turn left onto Dwyer Hill Road/chemin Dwyer Hill/3. Continue on 3. 23.7 km
- Turn right onto Kinburn Side Road/chemin Kinburn Side/20. 9.6 km
- Turn left onto Carp Road/chemin Carp/5. 6.2 km
- Turn right onto Galetta Side Road/chemin Galetta Side/5/22. Continue on Galetta Side Road/chemin Galetta Side/22. 2.8 km
- Turn left onto Ferry Road/chemin Ferry/7. 5.6 km
- Take the Quyon Ferry. 713 m
- Drive north on Chemin Ferry/Ferry Road. 518 m
- Turn right onto Rue de Clarendon/Clarendon Street. 2.6 km
- Turn right onto Route 148/148. 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 – Wakefield
Indicative estimates based on ~75 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 Wakefield
The straight-line distance between Carleton Place (Ontario) and Wakefield (Quebec) is about 57.7 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 – Wakefield
The route connects Ontario to Quebec: from Carleton Place to Wakefield you cover roughly 75 km on the road (geometric distance 57.7 km). A short route (under 100 km). Suitable for daily commuting, errands, or a day trip. 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 Wakefield (Quebec), at 45.6333° N, -75.9333° E.
Practical tips for the Carleton Place – Wakefield 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 Wakefield in Quebec, St. Lawrence valley framed by the Laurentians and the Appalachians. The route also passes near Carp (Ontario).
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 – Wakefield route
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Routes with intermediate stops: Carleton Place → Carp · Carleton Place → South March · Carleton Place → Kanata
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Frequently asked questions: Carleton Place – Wakefield
What is the straight-line distance between Carleton Place and Wakefield?
The straight-line distance between Carleton Place and Wakefield is about 57.7 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.
What is the estimated road distance from Carleton Place to Wakefield?
The estimated road distance from Carleton Place to Wakefield is about 75 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 Wakefield?
Indicative drive time from Carleton Place to Wakefield is about 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 Wakefield?
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–Wakefield 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 Wakefield?
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 Wakefield?
A common alternative is going via Carp or South March. Use the live planner to compare routes.
Can I open the Carleton Place–Wakefield 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 Wakefield as destination.