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Route from Les Écureuils to Cobalt

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

Distance from Les Écureuils to Cobalt

The straight-line distance between Les Écureuils and Cobalt is 608.6 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 688 km, with an indicative drive time of 7 h 38 min.

Straight-line distance 608.6 km
Estimated road distance ~688 km
Indicative drive time 7 h 38 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: Les Écureuils – Cobalt

Route type Long

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

Indicative fuel cost $77–$104

Estimate: ~688 km, 8 L/100 km, $1.65/L. ±15%. Excludes tolls.

Driving directions from Les Écureuils to Cobalt

The map shows the locations of Les Écureuils (A) and Cobalt (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 Les Écureuils to Cobalt

Real distance: 895.3 km  ·  Estimated time: 12 h 41 min

🗓 Calculated on June 4, 2026
  1. Drive west on Rue Piché. 24 m
  2. Turn left onto Rue Auger. 218 m
  3. Turn right onto Route 138/138. 908 m
  4. Turn right onto 2e Rang. 684 m
  5. Turn left to take the 40 ramp. 88.4 km
  6. Keep right to stay on 40 toward Montréal/Shawinigan. 2.8 km
  7. Keep right to take 40/Autoroute Félix-Leclerc toward Montréal/Boulevard des Forges. 55.2 km
  8. Take exit 144 onto 158 toward Berthierville/Saint-Gabriel. 429 m
  9. Turn right onto Avenue Gilles-Villeneuve/158. Continue on 158. 4.8 km
  10. Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Chemin Robillard/158. 50 m
  11. Exit the roundabout onto Chemin Robillard/158. Continue on 158. 17.3 km
  12. Turn left onto 131/158/Route 158. Continue on 158/Route 158. 16.7 km

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

Estimate trip cost: Les Écureuils – Cobalt

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Indicative estimates based on ~688 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

Les Écureuils

Quebec · 46.68330, -71.71670

Les Écureuils is a Tier 2 community in south-central Quebec, positioned inland amid agricultural lowlands and modest forested patches. On a provincial map it appears as a rural town that functions as a waypoint for…

Destination

Cobalt

Ontario · 47.40000, -79.68330

Cobalt sits in northeastern Ontario on the Canadian Shield, east of the province’s major southern population corridors. The town is a compact, historically mineral-producing community that registers on regional maps as…

How to drive from Les Écureuils to Cobalt

The straight-line distance between Les Écureuils (Quebec) and Cobalt (Ontario) is about 608.6 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: Les Écureuils – Cobalt

The journey from Les Écureuils to Cobalt covers roughly 688 km on the road, equal to 608.6 km straight line. The trip connects Quebec to Ontario and is classified as a long route (over 300 km). Plan multiple breaks and check highway traffic, weather, and fuel availability — particularly in remote sections. Open the interactive planner for the route map, turns, and a fuel-or-EV cost calculator.

The trip starts at Les Écureuils (Quebec) — coordinates 46.6833° N, -71.7167° E. The destination is Cobalt (Ontario), at 47.4000° N, -79.6833° E.

Practical tips for the Les Écureuils – Cobalt drive

Terrain along the way

The route starts in Quebec — a province St. Lawrence valley framed by the Laurentians and the Appalachians — and reaches Cobalt in Ontario, Great Lakes shoreline in the south, Canadian Shield forests across the north. The route also passes near Saint-Jean-sur-le-Lac (Quebec).

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 688 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: Les Écureuils – Cobalt

What is the straight-line distance between Les Écureuils and Cobalt?

The straight-line distance between Les Écureuils and Cobalt is about 608.6 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.

What is the estimated road distance from Les Écureuils to Cobalt?

The estimated road distance from Les Écureuils to Cobalt is about 688 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 Les Écureuils to Cobalt?

Indicative drive time from Les Écureuils to Cobalt is about 7 h 38 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 Les Écureuils to Cobalt?

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 Les Écureuils–Cobalt 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 Les Écureuils to Cobalt?

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 Les Écureuils to Cobalt?

A common alternative is going via Saint-Jean-sur-le-Lac or Mont-Laurier. Use the live planner to compare routes.

Can I open the Les Écureuils–Cobalt 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 Les Écureuils as origin and Cobalt as destination.