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Route from La Prairie to Renfrew

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

Distance from La Prairie to Renfrew

The straight-line distance between La Prairie and Renfrew is 248.4 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 281 km, with an indicative drive time of 3 h 7 min.

Straight-line distance 248.4 km
Estimated road distance ~281 km
Indicative drive time 3 h 7 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: La Prairie – Renfrew

Route type Medium

Medium-distance route (100–300 km) — plan a stop and check fuel before departure.

Indicative fuel cost $32–$43

Estimate: ~281 km, 8 L/100 km, $1.65/L. ±15%. Excludes tolls.

Driving directions from La Prairie to Renfrew

The map shows the locations of La Prairie (A) and Renfrew (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 La Prairie to Renfrew

Real distance: 326.4 km  ·  Estimated time: 4 h 42 min

🗓 Calculated on June 4, 2026
  1. Drive north on Rue du Quai. 52 m
  2. Make a right U-turn onto 15. 6.6 km
  3. Take exit 40 onto 30 Ouest toward Pont Honoré-Mercier/Vaudreuil-Dorion. 792 m
  4. Keep right to take 30 Ouest toward Pont Honoré-Mercier/Vaudreuil-Dorion. 48.9 km
  5. Keep right to take exit 5 onto 401 toward Toronto. 458 m
  6. Keep left to take 401 toward Toronto. 106.3 km
  7. Take exit 750 onto CR 31/County Road 31 toward Winchester/Morrisburg. 496 m
  8. Turn right onto County Road 31/CR 31. 24.4 km
  9. Turn left onto County Road 43/CR 43. 19.7 km
  10. Bear left to stay on County Road 43. 3.6 km
  11. Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto County Road 43/CR 43. 13.3 km
  12. Turn right onto Burritts Rapids Road/chemin Burritts Rapids/CR 23. Continue on Burritts Rapids Road/CR 23. 3.3 km

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

Estimate trip cost: La Prairie – Renfrew

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Indicative estimates based on ~281 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

La Prairie

Quebec · 45.42000, -73.50000

La Prairie sits on the south shore of the Saint Lawrence River in Quebec, directly opposite the Island of Montreal. On regional maps it reads as a suburban small city on the metropolitan fringe, handling commuter flows…

Destination

Renfrew

Ontario · 45.47170, -76.68310

Renfrew sits in eastern Ontario within the Ottawa Valley, where a compact town core lies on the Bonnechere River. It serves as a regional waypoint for drivers moving between small communities, rural townships and larger…

How to drive from La Prairie to Renfrew

The straight-line distance between La Prairie (Quebec) and Renfrew (Ontario) is about 248.4 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: La Prairie – Renfrew

Driving directions from La Prairie to Renfrew: estimated road distance 281 km, indicative time about 3 h 7 min by car. The route connects Quebec to Ontario — a medium-distance route (100–300 km). Plan at least one stop and check fuel before departure. Use the live planner for an up-to-date track with turn-by-turn directions.

The trip starts at La Prairie (Quebec) — coordinates 45.4200° N, -73.5000° E. The destination is Renfrew (Ontario), at 45.4717° N, -76.6831° E.

Practical tips for the La Prairie – Renfrew drive

Terrain along the way

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

When to leave

For a medium-distance trip, leaving before 07:00 or after 10:00 helps you avoid urban congestion. Friday afternoons and Sunday returns often slow the major highways.

Alternatives

For this route of about 281 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: La Prairie – Renfrew

What is the straight-line distance between La Prairie and Renfrew?

The straight-line distance between La Prairie and Renfrew is about 248.4 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.

What is the estimated road distance from La Prairie to Renfrew?

The estimated road distance from La Prairie to Renfrew is about 281 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 La Prairie to Renfrew?

Indicative drive time from La Prairie to Renfrew is about 3 h 7 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 La Prairie to Renfrew?

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 La Prairie–Renfrew 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 La Prairie to Renfrew?

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 La Prairie to Renfrew?

A common alternative is going via Bourget or Clarence-Rockland. Use the live planner to compare routes.

Can I open the La Prairie–Renfrew 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 La Prairie as origin and Renfrew as destination.