Route from The Nation / La Nation to Wakefield
Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from The Nation / La Nation to Wakefield — 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 Wakefield (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 Wakefield
The straight-line distance between The Nation / La Nation and Wakefield is 76.9 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 100 km, with an indicative drive time of 1 h 7 min.
Trip cost and route type: The Nation / La Nation – Wakefield
Driving directions from The Nation / La Nation to Wakefield
The map shows the locations of The Nation / La Nation (A) and Wakefield (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 Wakefield
Real distance: 95.6 km · Estimated time: 1 h 45 min
- Drive southwest on County Road 3/CR 3. 286 m
- Turn left onto County Road 8/CR 8. 2.4 km
- Turn right onto Route 600 East/CR 3. Continue on CR 3. 5.1 km
- Turn left onto rue Principale/Principale Street/CR 7. 729 m
- Take the 417 West ramp toward Ottawa. 51.5 km
- Take exit 118 onto Rue Nicholas toward Gatineau. 361 m
- Keep left to take Rue Nicholas toward Gatineau. 1.9 km
- Turn right onto Rideau Street/rue Rideau/34. 279 m
- Turn left onto King Edward Avenue/avenue King Edward/99. Continue on King Edward Avenue/avenue King Edward. 898 m
- Turn left onto 5. 1.4 km
- Keep left to take 5/Autoroute de la Gatineau. 29.2 km
- Take exit 28 onto 105 Sud/366 Ouest/Chemin de Ste-Cécile-de-Masham/Chemin de la Vallée-de-Wakefield toward Wakefield. 580 m
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Estimate trip cost: The Nation / La Nation – Wakefield
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 The Nation / La Nation to Wakefield
The straight-line distance between The Nation / La Nation (Ontario) and Wakefield (Quebec) is about 76.9 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 – Wakefield
The route connects Ontario to Quebec: from The Nation / La Nation to Wakefield you cover roughly 100 km on the road (geometric distance 76.9 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.
The trip starts at The Nation / La Nation (Ontario) — coordinates 45.3500° N, -75.0333° E. The destination is Wakefield (Quebec), at 45.6333° N, -75.9333° E.
Practical tips for the The Nation / La Nation – Wakefield 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 Wakefield in Quebec, St. Lawrence valley framed by the Laurentians and the Appalachians. The route also passes near Orleans (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.
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Cities along the The Nation / La Nation – Wakefield route
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Routes with intermediate stops: The Nation / La Nation → Orleans · The Nation / La Nation → Angers · The Nation / La Nation → Cumberland
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Frequently asked questions: The Nation / La Nation – Wakefield
What is the straight-line distance between The Nation / La Nation and Wakefield?
The straight-line distance between The Nation / La Nation and Wakefield is about 76.9 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 Wakefield?
The estimated road distance from The Nation / La Nation to Wakefield 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 The Nation / La Nation to Wakefield?
Indicative drive time from The Nation / La Nation to Wakefield is about 1 h 7 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 Wakefield?
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–Wakefield 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 Wakefield?
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 Wakefield?
A common alternative is going via Orleans or Angers. Use the live planner to compare routes.
Can I open the The Nation / La Nation–Wakefield 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 Wakefield as destination.