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Route from Wood Islands to Priestville

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

Distance from Wood Islands to Priestville

The straight-line distance between Wood Islands and Priestville is 45.3 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 59 km, with an indicative drive time of 39 min.

Straight-line distance 45.3 km
Estimated road distance ~59 km
Indicative drive time 39 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: Wood Islands – Priestville

Route type Short

Short route (under 100 km) — suitable for a day trip. Indicative drive time under 1 h 30 min.

Indicative fuel cost $7–$9

Estimate: ~59 km, 8 L/100 km, $1.65/L. ±15%. Excludes tolls.

Driving directions from Wood Islands to Priestville

The map shows the locations of Wood Islands (A) and Priestville (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 Wood Islands to Priestville

Real distance: 346.1 km  ·  Estimated time: 4 h 38 min

🗓 Calculated on June 4, 2026
  1. Drive north on Wood Islands Road/315. 2.5 km
  2. Turn left onto Selkirk Road/23. 18.8 km
  3. Turn left onto Kinross Road/210. 155 m
  4. Turn right onto 1/TCH/Trans Canada Highway/Route Transcanadienne. 24.6 km
  5. Exit the roundabout onto 1/TCH/Trans Canada Highway/Route Transcanadienne. Continue on 1/TCH/Route Transcanadienne. 2.4 km
  6. Take the exit on the left. 1.6 km
  7. Turn right onto Queen Street. 363 m
  8. Turn left onto Euston Street. 728 m
  9. Turn right onto North River Road/236. 3.8 km
  10. Turn left onto Capital Drive. 904 m
  11. Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto 1/TCH/Capital Drive/promenade Capital. 2.0 km
  12. Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto 1/TCH/Trans Canada Highway/Route Transcanadienne. 7.0 km

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

Estimate trip cost: Wood Islands – Priestville

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Indicative estimates based on ~59 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

Wood Islands

Prince Edward Island · 45.97020, -62.75300

Wood Islands sits on the southeastern shore of Prince Edward Island along the Northumberland Strait. On maps it appears where a compact cluster of local roads meets the shoreline, marking an eastern approach to the…

Destination

Priestville

Nova Scotia · 45.57300, -62.62340

Priestville is a small rural community in Nova Scotia's central-eastern region that appears on provincial maps as a compact settlement rather than part of a larger metropolitan area. With a population of about 157, it…

How to drive from Wood Islands to Priestville

The straight-line distance between Wood Islands (Prince Edward Island) and Priestville (Nova Scotia) is about 45.3 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: Wood Islands – Priestville

Driving directions from Wood Islands to Priestville: estimated road distance 59 km, indicative time about 39 min by car. The route connects Prince Edward Island to Nova Scotia — a short route (under 100 km). Suitable for daily commuting, errands, or a day trip. Use the live planner for an up-to-date track with turn-by-turn directions.

The trip starts at Wood Islands (Prince Edward Island) — coordinates 45.9702° N, -62.7530° E. The destination is Priestville (Nova Scotia), at 45.5730° N, -62.6234° E.

Practical tips for the Wood Islands – Priestville 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 Priestville in Nova Scotia, maritime, with Atlantic coves, harbours, and Cape Breton's highlands. The route also passes near Pictou (Nova Scotia).

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 Wood Islands – Priestville route

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Routes with intermediate stops: Wood Islands → Pictou · Wood Islands → Trenton · Wood Islands → New Glasgow

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Frequently asked questions: Wood Islands – Priestville

What is the straight-line distance between Wood Islands and Priestville?

The straight-line distance between Wood Islands and Priestville is about 45.3 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.

What is the estimated road distance from Wood Islands to Priestville?

The estimated road distance from Wood Islands to Priestville is about 59 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 Wood Islands to Priestville?

Indicative drive time from Wood Islands to Priestville is about 39 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 Wood Islands to Priestville?

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 Wood Islands–Priestville 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 Wood Islands to Priestville?

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 Wood Islands to Priestville?

A common alternative is going via Pictou or Trenton. Use the live planner to compare routes.

Can I open the Wood Islands–Priestville 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 Wood Islands as origin and Priestville as destination.