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Route from Cobalt to Château-d’Eau

Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Cobalt to Château-d’Eau — 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 Cobalt (Ontario) and Château-d’Eau (Quebec). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.

Distance from Cobalt to Château-d’Eau

The straight-line distance between Cobalt and Château-d’Eau is 631.6 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 714 km, with an indicative drive time of 7 h 56 min.

Straight-line distance 631.6 km
Estimated road distance ~714 km
Indicative drive time 7 h 56 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: Cobalt – Château-d’Eau

Route type Long

Long route (over 300 km) — plan a break roughly every 2 hours and check highway traffic and weather.

Indicative fuel cost $80–$108

Estimate: ~714 km, 8 L/100 km, $1.65/L. ±15%. Excludes tolls.

Driving directions from Cobalt to Château-d’Eau

The map shows the locations of Cobalt (A) and Château-d’Eau (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 Cobalt to Château-d’Eau

Real distance: 952.6 km  ·  Estimated time: 13 h 45 min

🗓 Calculated on June 4, 2026
  1. Drive southwest on Hudson Bay Road. 405 m
  2. Turn right onto Prospect Avenue. 109 m
  3. Bear left onto Silver Street. 289 m
  4. Bear left onto Cobalt Street. 172 m
  5. Turn right onto Miller Street. 6.2 km
  6. Turn left onto 11/Highway 11. Continue on 11. 136.0 km
  7. Turn left onto 11/17/Highway 11 & 17. Continue on 11/17. 4.0 km
  8. Take exit 344 onto 17 East toward Ottawa. 59.5 km
  9. Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto 17/Valois Drive/Promenade Valois. 280.7 km
  10. Take exit 131 onto 416 South/416 Sud toward 401. 3.7 km
  11. Take exit 72 onto 32 toward Nepean. 573 m
  12. Turn left onto West Hunt Club Road/chemin West Hunt Club/32. Continue on 32. 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: Cobalt – Château-d’Eau

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Indicative estimates based on ~714 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

Cobalt

Ontario · 47.40000, -79.68330

Cobalt sits in northeastern Ontario on the Canadian Shield, east of the province’s major southern population corridors. The town is a compact, historically mineral-producing community that registers on regional maps as…

Destination

Château-d’Eau

Quebec · 46.86670, -71.36670

Château-d’Eau is a small inland community in southern Quebec situated in the lowland belt east of central Quebec City. On road maps it appears as a local focal point for drivers moving between nearby rural townships,…

How to drive from Cobalt to Château-d’Eau

The straight-line distance between Cobalt (Ontario) and Château-d’Eau (Quebec) is about 631.6 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: Cobalt – Château-d’Eau

Planning a trip from Cobalt to Château-d’Eau means budgeting around 714 km on the road and an indicative drive time of 7 h 56 min by car. The route connects Ontario to Quebec and falls into a long route (over 300 km). Plan multiple breaks and check highway traffic, weather, and fuel availability — particularly in remote sections.

The trip starts at Cobalt (Ontario) — coordinates 47.4000° N, -79.6833° E. The destination is Château-d’Eau (Quebec), at 46.8667° N, -71.3667° E.

Practical tips for the Cobalt – Château-d’Eau 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 Château-d’Eau in Quebec, St. Lawrence valley framed by the Laurentians and the Appalachians. The route also passes near Saint-Jean-sur-le-Lac (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 714 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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Routes with intermediate stops: Cobalt → Saint-Jean-sur-le-Lac · Cobalt → Mont-Laurier · Cobalt → Maniwaki

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Frequently asked questions: Cobalt – Château-d’Eau

What is the straight-line distance between Cobalt and Château-d’Eau?

The straight-line distance between Cobalt and Château-d’Eau is about 631.6 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.

What is the estimated road distance from Cobalt to Château-d’Eau?

The estimated road distance from Cobalt to Château-d’Eau is about 714 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 Cobalt to Château-d’Eau?

Indicative drive time from Cobalt to Château-d’Eau is about 7 h 56 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 Cobalt to Château-d’Eau?

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 Cobalt–Château-d’Eau 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 Cobalt to Château-d’Eau?

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 Cobalt to Château-d’Eau?

A common alternative is going via Saint-Jean-sur-le-Lac or Mont-Laurier. Use the live planner to compare routes.

Can I open the Cobalt–Château-d’Eau 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 Cobalt as origin and Château-d’Eau as destination.