Route from Essa to Kawartha Lakes
Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Essa to Kawartha 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 Essa (Ontario) and Kawartha Lakes (Ontario). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.
Distance from Essa to Kawartha Lakes
The straight-line distance between Essa and Kawartha Lakes is 83 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 100 km, with an indicative drive time of 1 h 6 min.
Trip cost and route type: Essa – Kawartha Lakes
Driving directions from Essa to Kawartha Lakes
The map shows the locations of Essa (A) and Kawartha 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 Essa to Kawartha Lakes
Real distance: 119.3 km · Estimated time: 2 h 7 min
- Drive north on 8th Line. 841 m
- Turn right onto County Road 21/CR 21. Continue on CR 21. 5.2 km
- Turn right onto Barrie Street/CR 27. Continue on CR 27. 2.2 km
- Turn left onto 6th Line. 6.1 km
- Turn right onto 10th Sideroad/54. 6.9 km
- Turn left onto County Road 89/89. 3.1 km
- Turn right onto Yonge Street/4. 11.4 km
- Turn left onto Holland Street East. 3.9 km
- Turn left onto Bathurst Street/38. 127 m
- Turn left onto Holland Landing Road/83. 230 m
- Bear right onto Bathurst Street/38. 1.8 km
- Turn right onto Queensville Sideroad/77. 10.3 km
Standard car route without avoiding highways. For advanced options (motorcycle, bicycle, transit, avoid tolls) use the live planner above.
Estimate trip cost: Essa – Kawartha Lakes
Indicative estimates based on ~100 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 Essa to Kawartha Lakes
The straight-line distance between Essa (Ontario) and Kawartha Lakes (Ontario) is about 83 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: Essa – Kawartha Lakes
The route stays within Ontario: from Essa to Kawartha Lakes you cover roughly 100 km on the road (geometric distance 83 km). A medium-distance route (100–300 km). Plan at least one stop and check fuel before departure. The live planner calculates the optimal route with step-by-step instructions and trip cost.
Practical tips for the Essa – Kawartha 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 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.
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Cities along the Essa – Kawartha Lakes route
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Routes with intermediate stops: Essa → Pefferlaw · Essa → Wilfrid · Essa → Zephyr
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Frequently asked questions: Essa – Kawartha Lakes
What is the straight-line distance between Essa and Kawartha Lakes?
The straight-line distance between Essa and Kawartha Lakes is about 83 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.
What is the estimated road distance from Essa to Kawartha Lakes?
The estimated road distance from Essa to Kawartha Lakes is about 100 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 Essa to Kawartha Lakes?
Indicative drive time from Essa to Kawartha Lakes is about 1 h 6 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 Essa to Kawartha 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 Essa–Kawartha 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 Essa to Kawartha 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 Essa to Kawartha Lakes?
A common alternative is going via Pefferlaw or Wilfrid. Use the live planner to compare routes.
Can I open the Essa–Kawartha 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 Essa as origin and Kawartha Lakes as destination.