Route from Southport to Antigonish
Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Southport to Antigonish — 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 Southport (Prince Edward Island) and Antigonish (Nova Scotia). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.
Distance from Southport to Antigonish
The straight-line distance between Southport and Antigonish is 109.4 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 131 km, with an indicative drive time of 1 h 28 min.
Trip cost and route type: Southport – Antigonish
Driving directions from Southport to Antigonish
The map shows the locations of Southport (A) and Antigonish (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 Southport to Antigonish
Real distance: 352.1 km · Estimated time: 4 h 33 min
- Drive north. 7 m
- Turn left onto John Hamilton Drive. 20 m
- Turn right onto Stratford Road. 1.1 km
- Bear right. 30 m
- Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit. 22 m
- Exit the roundabout. 34 m
- Bear right onto Stratford Road. 195 m
- Turn left onto 1/TCH/Trans Canada Highway/Route Transcanadienne. Continue on 1/TCH/Route Transcanadienne. 1.6 km
- Take the exit on the left. 1.5 km
- Turn right onto Great George Street. 362 m
- Turn left onto Euston Street. 889 m
- Turn right onto North River Road/236. 3.8 km
Standard car route without avoiding highways. For advanced options (motorcycle, bicycle, transit, avoid tolls) use the live planner above.
Estimate trip cost: Southport – Antigonish
Indicative estimates based on ~131 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 Southport to Antigonish
The straight-line distance between Southport (Prince Edward Island) and Antigonish (Nova Scotia) is about 109.4 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: Southport – Antigonish
How far is Southport from Antigonish? The road estimate is around 131 km, with an indicative drive time of 1 h 28 min. The route connects Prince Edward Island to Nova Scotia — a medium-distance route (100–300 km). Plan at least one stop and check fuel before departure. Verify the track with the live planner for current instructions.
The trip starts at Southport (Prince Edward Island) — coordinates 46.2200° N, -63.1010° E. The destination is Antigonish (Nova Scotia), at 45.6167° N, -61.9833° E.
Practical tips for the Southport – Antigonish 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 Antigonish in Nova Scotia, maritime, with Atlantic coves, harbours, and Cape Breton's highlands. The route also passes near Murray River (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.
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Routes with intermediate stops: Southport → Murray River · Southport → Wood Islands · Southport → Montague
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Frequently asked questions: Southport – Antigonish
What is the straight-line distance between Southport and Antigonish?
The straight-line distance between Southport and Antigonish is about 109.4 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.
What is the estimated road distance from Southport to Antigonish?
The estimated road distance from Southport to Antigonish is about 131 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 Southport to Antigonish?
Indicative drive time from Southport to Antigonish is about 1 h 28 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 Southport to Antigonish?
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 Southport–Antigonish 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 Southport to Antigonish?
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 Southport to Antigonish?
A common alternative is going via Murray River or Wood Islands. Use the live planner to compare routes.
Can I open the Southport–Antigonish 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 Southport as origin and Antigonish as destination.