Route from The Nation / La Nation to Gatineau
Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from The Nation / La Nation to Gatineau — 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 The Nation / La Nation (Ontario) and Gatineau (Quebec). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.
Distance from The Nation / La Nation to Gatineau
The straight-line distance between The Nation / La Nation and Gatineau is 50.4 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 66 km, with an indicative drive time of 44 min.
Trip cost and route type: The Nation / La Nation – Gatineau
Driving directions from The Nation / La Nation to Gatineau
The map shows the locations of The Nation / La Nation (A) and Gatineau (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 The Nation / La Nation to Gatineau
Real distance: 70.3 km · Estimated time: 1 h 38 min
- Drive southwest on County Road 3/CR 3. 286 m
- Turn right onto County Road 8/CR 8. 33.4 km
- Turn right onto Joanisse Road/CR 21. 3.1 km
- Turn left onto Baseline Road/chemin Baseline. 2.1 km
- Turn right onto Canaan Road/chemin Canaan. 2.1 km
- Turn left onto Regional Road 174/Route régionale 174/174. 6.0 km
- Turn right onto Cameron Street/rue Cameron/35. 324 m
- Take the Ferry. 643 m
- Drive north on Chemin du Quai. 2.2 km
- Turn left onto Chemin de Masson/148. 271 m
- Turn left onto Chemin de Montréal Ouest/148. 6.5 km
- Exit the roundabout onto Chemin de Montréal Ouest/148. Continue on 148. 5.5 km
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Estimate trip cost: The Nation / La Nation – Gatineau
Indicative estimates based on ~66 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 The Nation / La Nation to Gatineau
The straight-line distance between The Nation / La Nation (Ontario) and Gatineau (Quebec) is about 50.4 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: The Nation / La Nation – Gatineau
The trip from The Nation / La Nation to Gatineau covers about 66 km on the road (50.4 km straight line). Suitable for daily commuting, errands, or a day trip. The route connects Ontario to Quebec and is classified as a short route (under 100 km). Click "Update route" for the latest track, turns, and fuel-cost estimate.
The trip starts at The Nation / La Nation (Ontario) — coordinates 45.3500° N, -75.0333° E. The destination is Gatineau (Quebec), at 45.4833° N, -75.6500° E.
Practical tips for the The Nation / La Nation – Gatineau 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 Gatineau in Quebec, St. Lawrence valley framed by the Laurentians and the Appalachians. The route also passes near Navan (Ontario).
When to leave
For a short route, avoid morning rush hour (07:30–09:00) and evening rush (15:30–18:00) on weekdays. Saturday morning and Sunday late morning typically have lighter traffic.
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Cities along the The Nation / La Nation – Gatineau route
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Routes with intermediate stops: The Nation / La Nation → Navan · The Nation / La Nation → Vars · The Nation / La Nation → Limoges
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Frequently asked questions: The Nation / La Nation – Gatineau
What is the straight-line distance between The Nation / La Nation and Gatineau?
The straight-line distance between The Nation / La Nation and Gatineau is about 50.4 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.
What is the estimated road distance from The Nation / La Nation to Gatineau?
The estimated road distance from The Nation / La Nation to Gatineau is about 66 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 The Nation / La Nation to Gatineau?
Indicative drive time from The Nation / La Nation to Gatineau is about 44 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 The Nation / La Nation to Gatineau?
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 The Nation / La Nation–Gatineau 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 The Nation / La Nation to Gatineau?
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 The Nation / La Nation to Gatineau?
A common alternative is going via Navan or Vars. Use the live planner to compare routes.
Can I open the The Nation / La Nation–Gatineau 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 The Nation / La Nation as origin and Gatineau as destination.