Route from Cantley to Harwood
Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Cantley to Harwood — 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 Cantley (Quebec) and Harwood (Ontario). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.
Distance from Cantley to Harwood
The straight-line distance between Cantley and Harwood is 246.9 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 279 km, with an indicative drive time of 3 h 6 min.
Trip cost and route type: Cantley – Harwood
Driving directions from Cantley to Harwood
The map shows the locations of Cantley (A) and Harwood (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 Cantley to Harwood
Real distance: 300.0 km · Estimated time: 5 h 17 min
- Drive east on Rue d'Anticosti. 72 m
- Turn right onto Montée de la Source/307. Continue on 307. 10.1 km
- Turn left onto Boulevard La Vérendrye Ouest. 484 m
- Take the exit. 2.0 km
- Take the ramp. 4.6 km
- Keep left to stay on 50/Autoroute Guy-Lafleur. 2.3 km
- Turn left onto Rue Montcalm. 810 m
- Turn left onto Boulevard Alexandre-Taché. 238 m
- Turn right onto Rue Eddy. 2.3 km
- Turn right onto Gladstone Avenue/avenue Gladstone. 125 m
- Turn left onto Rochester Street/rue Rochester. 186 m
- Turn right to take the 417 West/417 Ouest ramp. 24.9 km
Standard car route without avoiding highways. For advanced options (motorcycle, bicycle, transit, avoid tolls) use the live planner above.
Estimate trip cost: Cantley – Harwood
Indicative estimates based on ~279 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 Cantley to Harwood
The straight-line distance between Cantley (Quebec) and Harwood (Ontario) is about 246.9 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: Cantley – Harwood
Planning a trip from Cantley to Harwood means budgeting around 279 km on the road and an indicative drive time of 3 h 6 min by car. The route connects Quebec to Ontario and falls into a medium-distance route (100–300 km). Plan at least one stop and check fuel before departure.
The trip starts at Cantley (Quebec) — coordinates 45.5667° N, -75.7833° E. The destination is Harwood (Ontario), at 44.1382° N, -78.1819° E.
Practical tips for the Cantley – Harwood drive
Terrain along the way
The route starts in Quebec — a province St. Lawrence valley framed by the Laurentians and the Appalachians — and reaches Harwood in Ontario, Great Lakes shoreline in the south, Canadian Shield forests across the north. The route also passes near Tamworth (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.
Alternatives
For this route of about 279 km, consider VIA Rail Canada — VIA's Corridor service connects many Eastern Canadian cities, and the long-distance trains (the Canadian, Ocean) run through the Prairies and the Maritimes. Cross-border trips may also include Amtrak's Adirondack or Cascades. Check schedules at viarail.ca and amtrak.com.
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Cities along the Cantley – Harwood route
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Routes with intermediate stops: Cantley → Tamworth · Cantley → Verona
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Frequently asked questions: Cantley – Harwood
What is the straight-line distance between Cantley and Harwood?
The straight-line distance between Cantley and Harwood is about 246.9 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.
What is the estimated road distance from Cantley to Harwood?
The estimated road distance from Cantley to Harwood is about 279 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 Cantley to Harwood?
Indicative drive time from Cantley to Harwood is about 3 h 6 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 Cantley to Harwood?
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 Cantley–Harwood 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 Cantley to Harwood?
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 Cantley to Harwood?
A common alternative is going via Tamworth or Verona. Use the live planner to compare routes.
Can I open the Cantley–Harwood 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 Cantley as origin and Harwood as destination.