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Route from Orangeville to Carleton Place

Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Orangeville to Carleton Place — 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 Orangeville (Ontario) and Carleton Place (Ontario). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.

Distance from Orangeville to Carleton Place

The straight-line distance between Orangeville and Carleton Place is 343.5 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 388 km, with an indicative drive time of 4 h 19 min.

Straight-line distance 343.5 km
Estimated road distance ~388 km
Indicative drive time 4 h 19 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: Orangeville – Carleton Place

Route type Long

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

Indicative fuel cost $44–$59

Estimate: ~388 km, 8 L/100 km, $1.65/L. ±15%. Excludes tolls.

Driving directions from Orangeville to Carleton Place

The map shows the locations of Orangeville (A) and Carleton Place (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 Orangeville to Carleton Place

Real distance: 405.5 km  ·  Estimated time: 6 h 38 min

🗓 Calculated on June 4, 2026
  1. Drive southeast. 213 m
  2. Turn left onto Broadway. 2.6 km
  3. Bear right toward Highway 10 South. 622 m
  4. Turn left onto Highway 9/9. 48.2 km
  5. Turn left onto Bathurst Street/38. 2.1 km
  6. Turn right onto Green Lane West/19. Continue on 19. 8.3 km
  7. Turn right onto Woodbine Avenue/8. 2.1 km
  8. Turn left onto Davis Drive/31. 8.2 km
  9. Turn right onto Highway 48/48. 10.5 km
  10. Enter the roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto Bloomington Road/40. 20.2 km
  11. Turn right onto Brock Street West/RH 47. Continue on RH 47. 9.7 km
  12. Turn right onto Highway 7/12/7/12. 7.2 km

Standard car route without avoiding highways. For advanced options (motorcycle, bicycle, transit, avoid tolls) use the live planner above.

Estimate trip cost: Orangeville – Carleton Place

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Indicative estimates based on ~388 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

Orangeville

Ontario · 43.91670, -80.11670

Orangeville sits in south-central Ontario northwest of Toronto, occupying a small river valley amid mixed farmland and rolling, wooded hills. On provincial and regional maps it functions as a local commercial and travel…

Destination

Carleton Place

Ontario · 45.13330, -76.13330

Carleton Place sits in eastern Ontario on a river corridor just west of the Ottawa area. The town appears on regional maps as a compact cluster of residential and commercial streets lining a river valley, serving…

How to drive from Orangeville to Carleton Place

The straight-line distance between Orangeville (Ontario) and Carleton Place (Ontario) is about 343.5 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: Orangeville – Carleton Place

The journey from Orangeville to Carleton Place covers roughly 388 km on the road, equal to 343.5 km straight line. The trip stays within Ontario and is classified as a long route (over 300 km). Plan multiple breaks and check highway traffic, weather, and fuel availability — particularly in remote sections. Open the interactive planner for the route map, turns, and a fuel-or-EV cost calculator.

Practical tips for the Orangeville – Carleton Place 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 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 388 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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Frequently asked questions: Orangeville – Carleton Place

What is the straight-line distance between Orangeville and Carleton Place?

The straight-line distance between Orangeville and Carleton Place is about 343.5 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.

What is the estimated road distance from Orangeville to Carleton Place?

The estimated road distance from Orangeville to Carleton Place is about 388 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 Orangeville to Carleton Place?

Indicative drive time from Orangeville to Carleton Place is about 4 h 19 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 Orangeville to Carleton Place?

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 Orangeville–Carleton Place 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 Orangeville to Carleton Place?

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 Orangeville to Carleton Place?

A common alternative is going via Lakefield or Norwood. Use the live planner to compare routes.

Can I open the Orangeville–Carleton Place 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 Orangeville as origin and Carleton Place as destination.