Driving route · Canada

Route from Miscouche to Pictou

Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Miscouche to Pictou — 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 Miscouche (Prince Edward Island) and Pictou (Nova Scotia). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.

Distance from Miscouche to Pictou

The straight-line distance between Miscouche and Pictou is 122.2 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 147 km, with an indicative drive time of 1 h 38 min.

Straight-line distance 122.2 km
Estimated road distance ~147 km
Indicative drive time 1 h 38 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: Miscouche – Pictou

Route type Medium

Medium-distance route (100–300 km) — plan a stop and check fuel before departure.

Indicative fuel cost $16–$22

Estimate: ~147 km, 8 L/100 km, $1.65/L. ±15%. Excludes tolls.

Driving directions from Miscouche to Pictou

The map shows the locations of Miscouche (A) and Pictou (B). Use the form below to calculate the up-to-date road route with turn-by-turn directions, real distance, and estimated drive time.

Avoid:

Prefer another app? Open in Google Maps ↗

Driving directions from Miscouche to Pictou

Real distance: 219.8 km  ·  Estimated time: 3 h 30 min

🗓 Calculated on June 4, 2026
  1. Drive east on Main Drive East/2. Continue on 2. 3.0 km
  2. Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto All Weather Highway/2. 49 m
  3. Exit the roundabout onto All Weather Highway/2. Continue on 2. 3.9 km
  4. Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto Sherbrooke Road/2. 35 m
  5. Exit the roundabout onto Sherbrooke Road/2. Continue on 2. 2.8 km
  6. Bear right. 396 m
  7. Bear right onto 1A/Read Drive. Continue on 1A. 19.4 km
  8. Take the exit toward Borden-Carleton/Confederation Bridge. 47.0 km
  9. Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto NB 16/TCH/Route 16. 3.0 km
  10. Turn left onto Cherry Burton Road. 1.0 km
  11. Turn right onto Route 970/NB 970. 7.8 km
  12. Turn left onto Highway 366/NS 366. 31.5 km

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

Estimate trip cost: Miscouche – Pictou

Litres estimated
Fuel cost
Toll estimate
Total estimate
Range ±15%

Indicative estimates based on ~147 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

Miscouche

Prince Edward Island · 46.43270, -63.86780

Miscouche is a small village in central‑west Prince Edward Island, set on the island’s inland plain a short distance from the Gulf of Saint Lawrence coastline. With a population of about 992, it appears on maps as a…

Destination

Pictou

Nova Scotia · 45.68140, -62.71190

Pictou sits on the Northumberland Strait along Nova Scotia’s north shore and functions as a small coastal town and local driving waypoint for surrounding rural and coastal communities. The town is not part of a large…

How to drive from Miscouche to Pictou

The straight-line distance between Miscouche (Prince Edward Island) and Pictou (Nova Scotia) is about 122.2 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: Miscouche – Pictou

Planning a trip from Miscouche to Pictou means budgeting around 147 km on the road and an indicative drive time of 1 h 38 min by car. The route connects Prince Edward Island to Nova Scotia and falls into a medium-distance route (100–300 km). Plan at least one stop and check fuel before departure.

The trip starts at Miscouche (Prince Edward Island) — coordinates 46.4327° N, -63.8678° E. The destination is Pictou (Nova Scotia), at 45.6814° N, -62.7119° E.

Practical tips for the Miscouche – Pictou drive

Terrain along the way

The route starts in Prince Edward Island — a province rolling farmland and red-soil coastlines, connected to the mainland by the Confederation Bridge — and reaches Pictou in Nova Scotia, maritime, with Atlantic coves, harbours, and Cape Breton's highlands. The route also passes near Cornwall (Prince Edward Island).

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.

Explore Pictou

Full information about Pictou: interactive map, GPS coordinates, elevation, nearby cities, and routes to and from Pictou.

Pictou profile →

Explore Miscouche

Full information about Miscouche: map, GPS coordinates, and all routes from Miscouche to other Canadian cities.

Miscouche profile →

Related tools

Cities along the Miscouche – Pictou route

These cities are near the direct route between Miscouche and Pictou. They may be useful as a stopover or alternate destination.

Routes with intermediate stops: Miscouche → Cornwall · Miscouche → Southport · Miscouche → Stratford

Related routes

From Miscouche to other cities:

To Pictou from other cities:

From Pictou to intermediate cities:

All info about Miscouche →  ·  All info about Pictou →

Popular routes from Prince Edward Island

Most-searched routes from Prince Edward Island, ranked by popularity.

All cities of Prince Edward Island →

Frequently asked questions: Miscouche – Pictou

What is the straight-line distance between Miscouche and Pictou?

The straight-line distance between Miscouche and Pictou is about 122.2 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.

What is the estimated road distance from Miscouche to Pictou?

The estimated road distance from Miscouche to Pictou is about 147 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 Miscouche to Pictou?

Indicative drive time from Miscouche to Pictou is about 1 h 38 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 Miscouche to Pictou?

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 Miscouche–Pictou 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 Miscouche to Pictou?

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 Miscouche to Pictou?

A common alternative is going via Cornwall or Southport. Use the live planner to compare routes.

Can I open the Miscouche–Pictou 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 Miscouche as origin and Pictou as destination.