Route from North Grenville to Howick
Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from North Grenville to Howick — 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 North Grenville (Ontario) and Howick (Quebec). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.
Distance from North Grenville to Howick
The straight-line distance between North Grenville and Howick is 143.4 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 172 km, with an indicative drive time of 1 h 55 min.
Trip cost and route type: North Grenville – Howick
Driving directions from North Grenville to Howick
The map shows the locations of North Grenville (A) and Howick (B). Use the form below to calculate the up-to-date road route with turn-by-turn directions, real distance, and estimated drive time.
Turn-by-turn directions
Prefer another app? Open in Google Maps ↗
Driving directions from North Grenville to Howick
Real distance: 201.3 km · Estimated time: 2 h 42 min
- Drive northwest on Rock Road/chemin Rock. 202 m
- Turn right onto Beach Road/chemin Beach. Continue on Beach Road. 3.5 km
- Turn right onto County Road 44/CR 44. 399 m
- Turn left to take the 416 ramp. 26.4 km
- Take exit 1 onto 401 East/16 South toward USA. 2.5 km
- Take the 401 Est ramp toward Cornwall. 134.4 km
- Take exit 29 onto 30/40 toward Sorel-Tracy. 887 m
- Keep right to take 30 Est toward Sorel-Tracy. 16.8 km
- Take exit 22 onto 236 toward Chemin Saint-Louis/Saint-Étienne-de-Beauharnois. 1.3 km
- Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit toward 236/Saint-Étienne-de-Beauharnois. 3.1 km
- Turn left onto Rang Saint-Laurent. 6.2 km
- Turn right onto Rang Laberge. 2.4 km
Standard car route without avoiding highways. For advanced options (motorcycle, bicycle, transit, avoid tolls) use the live planner above.
Estimate trip cost: North Grenville – Howick
Indicative estimates based on ~172 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 North Grenville to Howick
The straight-line distance between North Grenville (Ontario) and Howick (Quebec) is about 143.4 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: North Grenville – Howick
Driving directions from North Grenville to Howick: estimated road distance 172 km, indicative time about 1 h 55 min by car. The route connects Ontario to Quebec — a medium-distance route (100–300 km). Plan at least one stop and check fuel before departure. Use the live planner for an up-to-date track with turn-by-turn directions.
The trip starts at North Grenville (Ontario) — coordinates 44.9667° N, -75.6500° E. The destination is Howick (Quebec), at 45.1833° N, -73.8500° E.
Practical tips for the North Grenville – Howick 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 Howick in Quebec, St. Lawrence valley framed by the Laurentians and the Appalachians. The route also passes near Cornwall (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 172 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.
Explore Howick
Full information about Howick: interactive map, GPS coordinates, elevation, nearby cities, and routes to and from Howick.
Howick profile →Explore North Grenville
Full information about North Grenville: map, GPS coordinates, and all routes from North Grenville to other Canadian cities.
North Grenville profile →Related tools
Driving Directions
Live planner with turn-by-turn directions from North Grenville to Howick.
Interactive map
Open the area between North Grenville and Howick on the map.
GPS coordinates
Find precise coordinates for any point along the route.
Distance calculator
Measure straight-line distances between intermediate points.
Elevation
Check elevation along the route — useful for mountain passes.
Satellite map
View the terrain between North Grenville and Howick in satellite imagery.
Cities along the North Grenville – Howick route
These cities are near the direct route between North Grenville and Howick. They may be useful as a stopover or alternate destination.
Routes with intermediate stops: North Grenville → Cornwall · North Grenville → Long Sault · North Grenville → South Stormont
Related routes
From North Grenville to other cities:
To Howick from other cities:
From Howick to intermediate cities:
Popular routes from Ontario
Most-searched routes from Ontario, ranked by popularity.
Frequently asked questions: North Grenville – Howick
What is the straight-line distance between North Grenville and Howick?
The straight-line distance between North Grenville and Howick is about 143.4 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.
What is the estimated road distance from North Grenville to Howick?
The estimated road distance from North Grenville to Howick is about 172 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 North Grenville to Howick?
Indicative drive time from North Grenville to Howick is about 1 h 55 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 North Grenville to Howick?
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 North Grenville–Howick 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 North Grenville to Howick?
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 North Grenville to Howick?
A common alternative is going via Cornwall or Long Sault. Use the live planner to compare routes.
Can I open the North Grenville–Howick 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 North Grenville as origin and Howick as destination.