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Route from Daveluyville to Glace Bay

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

Distance from Daveluyville to Glace Bay

The straight-line distance between Daveluyville and Glace Bay is 935.5 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 1057 km, with an indicative drive time of 11 h 45 min.

Straight-line distance 935.5 km
Estimated road distance ~1057 km
Indicative drive time 11 h 45 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: Daveluyville – Glace 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 $119–$160

Estimate: ~1057 km, 8 L/100 km, $1.65/L. ±15%. Excludes tolls.

Driving directions from Daveluyville to Glace Bay

The map shows the locations of Daveluyville (A) and Glace 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 Daveluyville to Glace Bay

Real distance: 1,340.4 km  ·  Estimated time: 16 h 32 min

🗓 Calculated on June 4, 2026
  1. Drive west on 10e Avenue. 287 m
  2. Turn left onto Rue Principale/261. Continue on 261. 3.8 km
  3. Turn right to take the 20 ramp. 278.9 km
  4. Keep right to take 85. 379.8 km
  5. Keep right to take TCH. 234.8 km
  6. Take exit 1A onto LaPlanche Street toward 2/6/Amherst. 487 m
  7. Turn right onto Fort Lawrence Road. 119 m
  8. Turn left onto Highway 2/NS 2. 734 m
  9. Turn left to take the 104 East ramp toward Truro/Halifax. 240.8 km
  10. Keep left to take NS 104/TCH/Highway 104. 9.2 km
  11. Keep left to stay on NS 104/TCH. 22.5 km
  12. Keep left to take NS 4/TCH. 377 m

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

Estimate trip cost: Daveluyville – Glace Bay

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Indicative estimates based on ~1057 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

Daveluyville

Quebec · 46.20000, -72.13330

Daveluyville is a small inland municipality in central-southern Quebec. Positioned within an agricultural and mixed-wood landscape, it serves as a local waypoint where regional routes and municipal roads converge rather…

Destination

Glace Bay

Nova Scotia · 46.20000, -59.96670

Glace Bay sits on the eastern shoreline of Cape Breton Island in Nova Scotia, forming part of the island's eastern urban fringe east of the larger centre of Sydney. On provincial and island maps it is shown as a coastal…

How to drive from Daveluyville to Glace Bay

The straight-line distance between Daveluyville (Quebec) and Glace Bay (Nova Scotia) is about 935.5 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: Daveluyville – Glace Bay

From Daveluyville to Glace Bay the estimated road distance is roughly 1057 km (935.5 km straight line). The trip connects Quebec to Nova Scotia and is a long route (over 300 km). Plan multiple breaks and check highway traffic, weather, and fuel availability — particularly in remote sections. The live planner provides turn-by-turn instructions, indicative arrival time, and a fuel-or-electricity cost estimate.

The trip starts at Daveluyville (Quebec) — coordinates 46.2000° N, -72.1333° E. The destination is Glace Bay (Nova Scotia), at 46.2000° N, -59.9667° E.

Practical tips for the Daveluyville – Glace 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 Glace Bay in Nova Scotia, maritime, with Atlantic coves, harbours, and Cape Breton's highlands. The route also passes near Marysville (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 1057 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: Daveluyville – Glace Bay

What is the straight-line distance between Daveluyville and Glace Bay?

The straight-line distance between Daveluyville and Glace Bay is about 935.5 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.

What is the estimated road distance from Daveluyville to Glace Bay?

The estimated road distance from Daveluyville to Glace Bay is about 1057 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 Daveluyville to Glace Bay?

Indicative drive time from Daveluyville to Glace Bay is about 11 h 45 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 Daveluyville to Glace 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 Daveluyville–Glace 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 Daveluyville to Glace 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 Daveluyville to Glace Bay?

A common alternative is going via Marysville or Oromocto. Use the live planner to compare routes.

Can I open the Daveluyville–Glace 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 Daveluyville as origin and Glace Bay as destination.