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Route from Cookshire to Petawawa

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

Distance from Cookshire to Petawawa

The straight-line distance between Cookshire and Petawawa is 443.7 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 501 km, with an indicative drive time of 5 h 34 min.

Straight-line distance 443.7 km
Estimated road distance ~501 km
Indicative drive time 5 h 34 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 – Petawawa

Route type Long

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

Indicative fuel cost $56–$76

Estimate: ~501 km, 8 L/100 km, $1.65/L. ±15%. Excludes tolls.

Driving directions from Cookshire to Petawawa

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

Real distance: 566.6 km  ·  Estimated time: 8 h 4 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. Continue on 108. 906 m
  4. Turn left onto Rue Pope/108. Continue on 108. 18.9 km
  5. Enter Rue College and take the 2nd exit onto Autoroute Jacques-O'Bready/410/108. 487 m
  6. Keep left to stay on 410/108/Autoroute Jacques-O'Bready. 2.8 km
  7. Take exit 13 onto 143 toward Rue Queen/Coaticook/Stanstead. 253 m
  8. Enter the roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto Rue Queen/Queen Street/108/143. 368 m
  9. Exit the roundabout onto Rue Queen/Queen Street/108/143. Continue on 108/143. 1.2 km
  10. Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto Route 143/108/143. 3.3 km
  11. Turn right onto Chemin de Capelton/108. Continue on 108. 9.0 km
  12. Turn right onto Chemin Magog/108. 1.2 km

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

Estimate trip cost: Cookshire – Petawawa

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Range ±15%

Indicative estimates based on ~501 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

Petawawa

Ontario · 45.90000, -77.28330

Petawawa sits in eastern Ontario along the Ottawa Valley on the north bank of the Ottawa River. The town serves surrounding rural townships and nearby recreational lake country; it is not part of a large metropolitan…

How to drive from Cookshire to Petawawa

The straight-line distance between Cookshire (Quebec) and Petawawa (Ontario) is about 443.7 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 – Petawawa

How far is Cookshire from Petawawa? The road estimate is around 501 km, with an indicative drive time of 5 h 34 min. The route connects Quebec to Ontario — 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 Petawawa (Ontario), at 45.9000° N, -77.2833° E.

Practical tips for the Cookshire – Petawawa drive

Terrain along the way

The route starts in Quebec — a province St. Lawrence valley framed by the Laurentians and the Appalachians — and reaches Petawawa in Ontario, Great Lakes shoreline in the south, Canadian Shield forests across the north. The route also passes near Lachute (Quebec).

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 501 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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Frequently asked questions: Cookshire – Petawawa

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

The straight-line distance between Cookshire and Petawawa is about 443.7 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.

What is the estimated road distance from Cookshire to Petawawa?

The estimated road distance from Cookshire to Petawawa is about 501 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 Petawawa?

Indicative drive time from Cookshire to Petawawa is about 5 h 34 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 Petawawa?

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–Petawawa 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 Petawawa?

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 Petawawa?

A common alternative is going via Lachute or Grenville. Use the live planner to compare routes.

Can I open the Cookshire–Petawawa 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 Petawawa as destination.