Driving route · Canada

Route from Cookshire to Windsor

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

Distance from Cookshire to Windsor

The straight-line distance between Cookshire and Windsor is 588.4 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 665 km, with an indicative drive time of 7 h 23 min.

Straight-line distance 588.4 km
Estimated road distance ~665 km
Indicative drive time 7 h 23 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: Cookshire – Windsor

Route type Long

Long route (over 300 km) — plan a break roughly every 2 hours and check highway traffic and weather.

Indicative fuel cost $75–$101

Estimate: ~665 km, 8 L/100 km, $1.65/L. ±15%. Excludes tolls.

Driving directions from Cookshire to Windsor

The map shows the locations of Cookshire (A) and Windsor (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 Cookshire to Windsor

Real distance: 1,077.6 km  ·  Estimated time: 14 h 13 min

🗓 Calculated on June 4, 2026
  1. Drive south on Rue Bellevue. 213 m
  2. Turn right onto Rue Eaton. 499 m
  3. Turn left onto Rue Principale Est/108. 203 m
  4. Turn left onto Rue Beaudoin/212. Continue on 212. 63.0 km
  5. Turn right onto Rue Saint-Augustin/161. Continue on 161. 4.4 km
  6. Bear right onto ME 27. 113.8 km
  7. Turn left onto Fairbanks Road/ME 4/ME 27. Continue on ME 4/ME 27. 5.0 km
  8. Turn left onto US 2/ME 27. 51.9 km
  9. Turn left onto Center Road/ME 139. Continue on ME 139. 3.3 km
  10. Turn left to take the I 95 North ramp. 291.0 km
  11. Keep right to take 2 East toward Fredericton. 92.6 km
  12. Keep right to stay on TCH. 340.4 km

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

Estimate trip cost: Cookshire – Windsor

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

Indicative estimates based on ~665 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

Cookshire

Quebec · 45.41220, -71.61610

Cookshire sits in southeastern Quebec within a rural hill-and-valley landscape. As a small town of roughly 950 people, it appears on maps as a compact settlement serving surrounding farmland, woodlots and residential…

Destination

Windsor

Nova Scotia · 44.98030, -64.12920

Windsor sits in central Nova Scotia, positioned in a river valley near the Minas Basin coastline. As a modest town of about 5,514 residents, it serves surrounding agricultural and rural communities and appears on…

How to drive from Cookshire to Windsor

The straight-line distance between Cookshire (Quebec) and Windsor (Nova Scotia) is about 588.4 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: Cookshire – Windsor

How far is Cookshire from Windsor? The road estimate is around 665 km, with an indicative drive time of 7 h 23 min. The route connects Quebec to Nova Scotia — a long route (over 300 km). Plan multiple breaks and check highway traffic, weather, and fuel availability — particularly in remote sections. Verify the track with the live planner for current instructions.

The trip starts at Cookshire (Quebec) — coordinates 45.4122° N, -71.6161° E. The destination is Windsor (Nova Scotia), at 44.9803° N, -64.1292° E.

Practical tips for the Cookshire – Windsor drive

Terrain along the way

The route starts in Quebec — a province St. Lawrence valley framed by the Laurentians and the Appalachians — and reaches Windsor in Nova Scotia, maritime, with Atlantic coves, harbours, and Cape Breton's highlands. The route also passes near Saint Stephen (New Brunswick).

When to leave

For a long route, leave early (before 06:30) or wait until after 10:00. Avoid summer long-weekend exoduses and major holidays. Plan a break every 1.5–2 hours of driving — and check weather, especially across the Prairies and through mountain passes.

Alternatives

For this route of about 665 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.

Explore Windsor

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

Windsor profile →

Explore Cookshire

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

Cookshire profile →

Related tools

Cities along the Cookshire – Windsor route

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

Routes with intermediate stops: Cookshire → Saint Stephen · Cookshire → Saint Andrews · Cookshire → Wilsons Beach

Related routes

From Cookshire to other cities:

To Windsor from other cities:

From Windsor to intermediate cities:

All info about Cookshire →  ·  All info about Windsor →

Popular routes from Quebec

Most-searched routes from Quebec, ranked by popularity.

All cities of Quebec →

Frequently asked questions: Cookshire – Windsor

What is the straight-line distance between Cookshire and Windsor?

The straight-line distance between Cookshire and Windsor is about 588.4 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.

What is the estimated road distance from Cookshire to Windsor?

The estimated road distance from Cookshire to Windsor is about 665 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 Cookshire to Windsor?

Indicative drive time from Cookshire to Windsor is about 7 h 23 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 Cookshire to Windsor?

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 Cookshire–Windsor 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 Cookshire to Windsor?

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 Cookshire to Windsor?

A common alternative is going via Saint Stephen or Saint Andrews. Use the live planner to compare routes.

Can I open the Cookshire–Windsor 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 Cookshire as origin and Windsor as destination.