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Route from Petawawa to Blumenort

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

Distance from Petawawa to Blumenort

The straight-line distance between Petawawa and Blumenort is 1504.1 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 1700 km, with an indicative drive time of 18 h 53 min.

Straight-line distance 1504.1 km
Estimated road distance ~1700 km
Indicative drive time 18 h 53 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: Petawawa – Blumenort

Route type Long

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

Indicative fuel cost $191–$258

Estimate: ~1700 km, 8 L/100 km, $1.65/L. ±15%. Excludes tolls.

Driving directions from Petawawa to Blumenort

The map shows the locations of Petawawa (A) and Blumenort (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 Petawawa to Blumenort

Real distance: 1,949.2 km  ·  Estimated time: 24 h 15 min

🗓 Calculated on June 4, 2026
  1. Drive north on Petawawa Boulevard/CR 51. 724 m
  2. Turn left onto Paquette Road/CR 55. 2.3 km
  3. Turn right onto 17/Highway 17. Continue on 17. 131.2 km
  4. Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto 17/McConnell Street/Rue McConnell. 44 m
  5. Exit the roundabout onto 17/McConnell Street/Rue McConnell. Continue on 17. 58.7 km
  6. Take the 11/17 exit toward North Bay. 4.2 km
  7. Take the 11 exit toward Timmins/Cochrane/Canadian Forces Base North Bay. 370.1 km
  8. Turn left onto 11/Highway 11. Continue on 11. 613.3 km
  9. Take the 11 West/17 West exit toward Thunder Bay. 107.9 km
  10. Bear right toward 102 West/Dawson Road. 32.9 km
  11. Turn right onto 11/17/Highway 11/17. 612.3 km
  12. Take exit 375A onto 12 South toward Steinbach. 11.8 km

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

Estimate trip cost: Petawawa – Blumenort

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Indicative estimates based on ~1700 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

Petawawa

Ontario · 45.90000, -77.28330

Petawawa sits in eastern Ontario along the Ottawa Valley on the north bank of the Ottawa River. The town serves surrounding rural townships and nearby recreational lake country; it is not part of a large metropolitan…

Destination

Blumenort

Manitoba · 49.60330, -96.70060

Blumenort sits in southern Manitoba's agricultural plain, southeast of the larger urban corridor around the provincial capital. The community is a compact rural settlement amid a patchwork of farms, small towns and…

How to drive from Petawawa to Blumenort

The straight-line distance between Petawawa (Ontario) and Blumenort (Manitoba) is about 1504.1 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: Petawawa – Blumenort

How far is Petawawa from Blumenort? The road estimate is around 1700 km, with an indicative drive time of 18 h 53 min. The route connects Ontario to Manitoba — a long route (over 300 km). Plan multiple breaks and check highway traffic, weather, and fuel availability — particularly in remote sections. Verify the track with the live planner for current instructions.

The trip starts at Petawawa (Ontario) — coordinates 45.9000° N, -77.2833° E. The destination is Blumenort (Manitoba), at 49.6033° N, -96.7006° E.

Practical tips for the Petawawa – Blumenort 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 Blumenort in Manitoba, prairie and lake country, with thousands of lakes and rivers. The route also passes near Peninsula (Ontario).

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 1700 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: Petawawa – Blumenort

What is the straight-line distance between Petawawa and Blumenort?

The straight-line distance between Petawawa and Blumenort is about 1504.1 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.

What is the estimated road distance from Petawawa to Blumenort?

The estimated road distance from Petawawa to Blumenort is about 1700 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 Petawawa to Blumenort?

Indicative drive time from Petawawa to Blumenort is about 18 h 53 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 Petawawa to Blumenort?

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 Petawawa–Blumenort 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 Petawawa to Blumenort?

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 Petawawa to Blumenort?

A common alternative is going via Peninsula or Thunder Bay. Use the live planner to compare routes.

Can I open the Petawawa–Blumenort 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 Petawawa as origin and Blumenort as destination.