Route from Granby to Lunenburg
Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Granby to Lunenburg — 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 Granby (Quebec) and Lunenburg (Nova Scotia). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.
Distance from Granby to Lunenburg
The straight-line distance between Granby and Lunenburg is 672.3 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 760 km, with an indicative drive time of 8 h 26 min.
Trip cost and route type: Granby – Lunenburg
Driving directions from Granby to Lunenburg
The map shows the locations of Granby (A) and Lunenburg (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 Granby to Lunenburg
Real distance: 1,285.4 km · Estimated time: 16 h 29 min
- Drive west on Rue Notre-Dame. 171 m
- Turn right onto Rue Saint-Charles Sud. 334 m
- Turn left onto Rue Principale/112. 4.9 km
- Turn right onto Chemin Milton/137. Continue on 137. 8.5 km
- Bear right onto Chemin de Saint-Valérien/211. Continue on 211. 13.4 km
- Turn left onto Rang de la Chute/211. 1.0 km
- Turn right to stay on Rang de la Chute. 5.6 km
- Bear right onto Rue Saint-Éphrem. 12.1 km
- Turn left onto Rang Brodeur. 2.4 km
- Turn left to take the 20 ramp. 342.1 km
- Keep right to take 85. 379.8 km
- Keep right to take 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: Granby – Lunenburg
Indicative estimates based on ~760 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
How to drive from Granby to Lunenburg
The straight-line distance between Granby (Quebec) and Lunenburg (Nova Scotia) is about 672.3 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: Granby – Lunenburg
Driving directions from Granby to Lunenburg: estimated road distance 760 km, indicative time about 8 h 26 min by car. 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. Use the live planner for an up-to-date track with turn-by-turn directions.
The trip starts at Granby (Quebec) — coordinates 45.4000° N, -72.7333° E. The destination is Lunenburg (Nova Scotia), at 44.3833° N, -64.3167° E.
Practical tips for the Granby – Lunenburg drive
Terrain along the way
The route starts in Quebec — a province St. Lawrence valley framed by the Laurentians and the Appalachians — and reaches Lunenburg in Nova Scotia, maritime, with Atlantic coves, harbours, and Cape Breton's highlands.
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 760 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: Granby – Lunenburg
What is the straight-line distance between Granby and Lunenburg?
The straight-line distance between Granby and Lunenburg is about 672.3 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.
What is the estimated road distance from Granby to Lunenburg?
The estimated road distance from Granby to Lunenburg is about 760 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 Granby to Lunenburg?
Indicative drive time from Granby to Lunenburg is about 8 h 26 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 Granby to Lunenburg?
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 Granby–Lunenburg 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 Granby to Lunenburg?
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 Granby to Lunenburg?
For alternative routes, use the live planner: pick between highways, secondary roads, and shorter or scenic options.
Can I open the Granby–Lunenburg 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 Granby as origin and Lunenburg as destination.