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Route from Gatineau to Rockland

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

Distance from Gatineau to Rockland

The straight-line distance between Gatineau and Rockland is 29.4 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 38 km, with an indicative drive time of 25 min.

Straight-line distance 29.4 km
Estimated road distance ~38 km
Indicative drive time 25 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: Gatineau – Rockland

Route type Short

Short route (under 100 km) — suitable for a day trip. Indicative drive time under 1 h 30 min.

Indicative fuel cost $4–$6

Estimate: ~38 km, 8 L/100 km, $1.65/L. ±15%. Excludes tolls.

Driving directions from Gatineau to Rockland

The map shows the locations of Gatineau (A) and Rockland (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 Gatineau to Rockland

Real distance: 34.9 km  ·  Estimated time: 59 min

🗓 Calculated on June 4, 2026
  1. Drive west. 52 m
  2. Turn right onto Boulevard Maloney Est/148. 7.7 km
  3. Exit the roundabout onto Boulevard Maloney Est/148. Continue on 148. 5.5 km
  4. Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Chemin de Montréal Ouest/148. 6.4 km
  5. Turn right onto Chemin de Masson/148. 239 m
  6. Keep right to take Chemin du Quai. 2.2 km
  7. Take the Ferry. 643 m
  8. Drive southwest on Cameron Street/rue Cameron/35. 324 m
  9. Turn left onto Regional Road 174/Route régionale 174/174. 8.9 km
  10. Bear right onto Rue Laporte Street/Laporte Street/Rue Laporte/21. 361 m
  11. Turn left onto Rue Laurier Street/Laurier Street/Rue Laurier/21. 1.5 km
  12. Turn right onto St. Joseph Street/Rue Saint-Joseph. 729 m

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

Estimate trip cost: Gatineau – Rockland

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Indicative estimates based on ~38 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

Gatineau

Quebec · 45.48330, -75.65000

Gatineau sits on the north bank of the Ottawa River in western Quebec, immediately across from Ottawa and forming part of the National Capital Region. On maps it reads as the principal urban area on Quebec's side of the…

Destination

Rockland

Ontario · 45.54590, -75.28360

Rockland is a small city in eastern Ontario positioned east of Ottawa, on the approach to the national capital region. It serves as a concentrated urban node amid agricultural and mixed-wood countryside, with a compact…

How to drive from Gatineau to Rockland

The straight-line distance between Gatineau (Quebec) and Rockland (Ontario) is about 29.4 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.
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Route description: Gatineau – Rockland

Looking for directions from Gatineau to Rockland? The estimated road distance is 38 km (29.4 km straight line), with an indicative drive time of 25 min. A short route (under 100 km) that connects Quebec to Ontario. Suitable for daily commuting, errands, or a day trip. Choose the transport mode in the live planner to get the detailed track.

The trip starts at Gatineau (Quebec) — coordinates 45.4833° N, -75.6500° E. The destination is Rockland (Ontario), at 45.5459° N, -75.2836° E.

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Practical tips for the Gatineau – Rockland drive

Terrain along the way

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

When to leave

For a short route, avoid morning rush hour (07:30–09:00) and evening rush (15:30–18:00) on weekdays. Saturday morning and Sunday late morning typically have lighter traffic.

Explore Rockland

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

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Cities along the Gatineau – Rockland route

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

Angers  (Quebec) Cumberland  (Ontario) Orleans  (Ontario) Buckingham  (Quebec) Navan  (Ontario)

Routes with intermediate stops: Gatineau → Angers · Gatineau → Cumberland · Gatineau → Orleans

Related routes

From Gatineau to other cities:

Gatineau → Toronto Gatineau → Montréal Gatineau → Vancouver Gatineau → Calgary Gatineau → Edmonton Gatineau → Ottawa

To Rockland from other cities:

Toronto → Rockland Montréal → Rockland Vancouver → Rockland Calgary → Rockland Edmonton → Rockland Ottawa → Rockland

From Rockland to intermediate cities:

Angers → Rockland Cumberland → Rockland Orleans → Rockland Buckingham → Rockland Navan → Rockland

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Popular routes from Quebec

Most-searched routes from Quebec, ranked by popularity.

Montréal → Ottawa Montréal → Quebec City Montréal → Gatineau Montréal → Hamilton Montréal → Mississauga

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Frequently asked questions: Gatineau – Rockland

What is the straight-line distance between Gatineau and Rockland?

The straight-line distance between Gatineau and Rockland is about 29.4 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.

What is the estimated road distance from Gatineau to Rockland?

The estimated road distance from Gatineau to Rockland is about 38 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 Gatineau to Rockland?

Indicative drive time from Gatineau to Rockland is about 25 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 Gatineau to Rockland?

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 Gatineau–Rockland 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 Gatineau to Rockland?

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 Gatineau to Rockland?

A common alternative is going via Angers or Cumberland. Use the live planner to compare routes.

Can I open the Gatineau–Rockland 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 Gatineau as origin and Rockland as destination.