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Route from Cowansville to Collins Bay

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

Distance from Cowansville to Collins Bay

The straight-line distance between Cowansville and Collins Bay is 322.4 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 364 km, with an indicative drive time of 4 h 3 min.

Straight-line distance 322.4 km
Estimated road distance ~364 km
Indicative drive time 4 h 3 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: Cowansville – Collins Bay

Route type Long

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

Indicative fuel cost $41–$55

Estimate: ~364 km, 8 L/100 km, $1.65/L. ±15%. Excludes tolls.

Driving directions from Cowansville to Collins Bay

The map shows the locations of Cowansville (A) and Collins Bay (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 Cowansville to Collins Bay

Real distance: 392.8 km  ·  Estimated time: 5 h 32 min

🗓 Calculated on June 4, 2026
  1. Drive south on Rue du Sud. 1.2 km
  2. Turn right onto 104/139/Boulevard Jean-Jacques-Bertrand. Continue on 139. 18.5 km
  3. Turn left to take the 10 ramp. 55.0 km
  4. Take exit 11 onto I-87 toward Vaudreuil-Dorion. 414 m
  5. Keep left to take 30 Ouest toward Vaudreuil-Dorion. 612 m
  6. Keep right to take 30 Ouest toward Vaudreuil-Dorion/New York. 9.8 km
  7. Keep left to stay on 30. 52.0 km
  8. Keep right to take exit 5 onto 401 toward Toronto. 458 m
  9. Keep left to take 401 toward Toronto. 245.6 km
  10. Take exit 611 onto 38/Gardiners Road toward Harrowsmith/Sharbot Lake. 372 m
  11. Keep right at the fork. 217 m
  12. Bear right onto Highway 38/38. Continue on 38. 860 m

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

Estimate trip cost: Cowansville – Collins Bay

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Indicative estimates based on ~364 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

Cowansville

Quebec · 45.20000, -72.75000

Cowansville sits in southern Quebec and functions as a small regional city on the inland plain of the province. With a population of about 15,234, it is the largest local centre for surrounding agricultural townships…

Destination

Collins Bay

Ontario · 44.24450, -76.60380

Collins Bay sits on the northern shore of Lake Ontario in eastern Ontario. It occupies a coastal suburban shore area at the western edge of a nearby urban footprint and appears on maps as a lakeside neighbourhood and…

How to drive from Cowansville to Collins Bay

The straight-line distance between Cowansville (Quebec) and Collins Bay (Ontario) is about 322.4 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: Cowansville – Collins Bay

Planning a trip from Cowansville to Collins Bay means budgeting around 364 km on the road and an indicative drive time of 4 h 3 min by car. The route connects Quebec to Ontario and falls into a long route (over 300 km). Plan multiple breaks and check highway traffic, weather, and fuel availability — particularly in remote sections.

The trip starts at Cowansville (Quebec) — coordinates 45.2000° N, -72.7500° E. The destination is Collins Bay (Ontario), at 44.2445° N, -76.6038° E.

Practical tips for the Cowansville – Collins Bay drive

Terrain along the way

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

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 364 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: Cowansville – Collins Bay

What is the straight-line distance between Cowansville and Collins Bay?

The straight-line distance between Cowansville and Collins Bay is about 322.4 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.

What is the estimated road distance from Cowansville to Collins Bay?

The estimated road distance from Cowansville to Collins Bay is about 364 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 Cowansville to Collins Bay?

Indicative drive time from Cowansville to Collins Bay is about 4 h 3 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 Cowansville to Collins Bay?

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 Cowansville–Collins Bay 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 Cowansville to Collins Bay?

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 Cowansville to Collins Bay?

A common alternative is going via Cornwall or Long Sault. Use the live planner to compare routes.

Can I open the Cowansville–Collins Bay 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 Cowansville as origin and Collins Bay as destination.