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Route from McMasterville to North Bay

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

Distance from McMasterville to North Bay

The straight-line distance between McMasterville and North Bay is 487.9 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 551 km, with an indicative drive time of 6 h 8 min.

Straight-line distance 487.9 km
Estimated road distance ~551 km
Indicative drive time 6 h 8 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: McMasterville – North 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 $62–$84

Estimate: ~551 km, 8 L/100 km, $1.65/L. ±15%. Excludes tolls.

Driving directions from McMasterville to North Bay

The map shows the locations of McMasterville (A) and North 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 McMasterville to North Bay

Real distance: 623.0 km  ·  Estimated time: 8 h 43 min

🗓 Calculated on June 4, 2026
  1. Drive southeast on Rue du Grand-Chêne. 137 m
  2. Turn left onto Rue Beauvoir. 79 m
  3. Turn right onto Rue Mon-Loisir. 79 m
  4. Turn right onto Boulevard Constable. 211 m
  5. Turn left onto Rue Tétrault. 240 m
  6. Turn right onto Boulevard Laurier/116. Continue on 116. 11.2 km
  7. Take exit 9 onto Boulevard des Promenades toward Sorel-Tracy/Vaudreuil-Dorian. 434 m
  8. Keep right to take 30 Ouest toward Vaudreuil-Dorion/Boulevard des Promenades. 1.4 km
  9. Keep left to take 30 Ouest toward Vandreuil-Dorion. 742 m
  10. Keep left to take 30 Ouest toward Vaudreuil-Dorion. 16.7 km
  11. Keep left to stay on 30. 52.0 km
  12. Keep right to take exit 5 onto 401 toward Toronto. 458 m

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

Estimate trip cost: McMasterville – North Bay

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Range ±15%

Indicative estimates based on ~551 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

McMasterville

Quebec · 45.55000, -73.23330

McMasterville sits in southern Quebec within the Richelieu River valley on the south shore of the Montreal region. As a small suburban municipality of roughly 5,936 residents, it appears on maps as part of the wider…

Destination

North Bay

Ontario · 46.30000, -79.45000

North Bay sits on the north shore of a large inland lake in northeastern Ontario, where lakefront urban development meets forested Canadian Shield terrain. The city acts as a regional driving waypoint for routes…

How to drive from McMasterville to North Bay

The straight-line distance between McMasterville (Quebec) and North Bay (Ontario) is about 487.9 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: McMasterville – North Bay

Planning a trip from McMasterville to North Bay means budgeting around 551 km on the road and an indicative drive time of 6 h 8 min by car. The route connects Quebec to Ontario and falls into a long route (over 300 km). Plan multiple breaks and check highway traffic, weather, and fuel availability — particularly in remote sections.

The trip starts at McMasterville (Quebec) — coordinates 45.5500° N, -73.2333° E. The destination is North Bay (Ontario), at 46.3000° N, -79.4500° E.

Practical tips for the McMasterville – North 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 North Bay in Ontario, Great Lakes shoreline in the south, Canadian Shield forests across the north. The route also passes near Gracefield (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 551 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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Cities along the McMasterville – North Bay route

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

Routes with intermediate stops: McMasterville → Gracefield · McMasterville → Campbell’s Bay · McMasterville → Fort-Coulonge

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Frequently asked questions: McMasterville – North Bay

What is the straight-line distance between McMasterville and North Bay?

The straight-line distance between McMasterville and North Bay is about 487.9 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.

What is the estimated road distance from McMasterville to North Bay?

The estimated road distance from McMasterville to North Bay is about 551 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 McMasterville to North Bay?

Indicative drive time from McMasterville to North Bay is about 6 h 8 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 McMasterville to North 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 McMasterville–North 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 McMasterville to North 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 McMasterville to North Bay?

A common alternative is going via Gracefield or Campbell’s Bay. Use the live planner to compare routes.

Can I open the McMasterville–North 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 McMasterville as origin and North Bay as destination.