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Route from Napierville to Rideau Lakes

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

Distance from Napierville to Rideau Lakes

The straight-line distance between Napierville and Rideau Lakes is 229.1 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 259 km, with an indicative drive time of 2 h 53 min.

Straight-line distance 229.1 km
Estimated road distance ~259 km
Indicative drive time 2 h 53 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: Napierville – Rideau Lakes

Route type Medium

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

Indicative fuel cost $29–$39

Estimate: ~259 km, 8 L/100 km, $1.65/L. ±15%. Excludes tolls.

Driving directions from Napierville to Rideau Lakes

The map shows the locations of Napierville (A) and Rideau Lakes (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 Napierville to Rideau Lakes

Real distance: 288.2 km  ·  Estimated time: 4 h

🗓 Calculated on June 4, 2026
  1. Drive southwest on Rue Landry. 71 m
  2. Turn right onto Rue Saint-Jacques/221. Continue on 221. 4.6 km
  3. Turn left to take the 15 Nord ramp toward Montréal. 19.6 km
  4. Take exit 40 onto 30/132 Ouest toward Vaudreuil-Dorion. 877 m
  5. Keep right to take 30 Ouest toward Vaudreuil-Dorion. 49.3 km
  6. Keep right to take exit 5 onto 401 toward Toronto. 458 m
  7. Keep left to take 401 toward Toronto. 160.1 km
  8. Take exit 696 onto Stewart Boulevard toward Brockville/Smiths Falls. 458 m
  9. Turn right onto Stewart Boulevard. 28.6 km
  10. Turn left onto County Road 1/CR 1. 793 m
  11. Turn left onto County Road 8/CR 8. 17.1 km
  12. Turn right onto County Road 42/CR 42. 5.5 km

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

Estimate trip cost: Napierville – Rideau Lakes

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Indicative estimates based on ~259 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

Napierville

Quebec · 45.18330, -73.40000

Napierville sits in southern Quebec within the agricultural lowlands of the Montérégie. On maps it appears as a compact town where regional routes and local approaches converge, making it a practical waypoint for…

Destination

Rideau Lakes

Ontario · 44.66670, -76.21670

Rideau Lakes sits in eastern Ontario within a lake-dotted inland region centred on a chain of connected lakes and waterways. On provincial maps the area shows low-density settlement with scattered village centres,…

How to drive from Napierville to Rideau Lakes

The straight-line distance between Napierville (Quebec) and Rideau Lakes (Ontario) is about 229.1 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: Napierville – Rideau Lakes

From Napierville to Rideau Lakes the estimated road distance is roughly 259 km (229.1 km straight line). The trip connects Quebec to Ontario and is a medium-distance route (100–300 km). Plan at least one stop and check fuel before departure. The live planner provides turn-by-turn instructions, indicative arrival time, and a fuel-or-electricity cost estimate.

The trip starts at Napierville (Quebec) — coordinates 45.1833° N, -73.4000° E. The destination is Rideau Lakes (Ontario), at 44.6667° N, -76.2167° E.

Practical tips for the Napierville – Rideau Lakes drive

Terrain along the way

The route starts in Quebec — a province St. Lawrence valley framed by the Laurentians and the Appalachians — and reaches Rideau Lakes in Ontario, Great Lakes shoreline in the south, Canadian Shield forests across the north. The route also passes near Cornwall (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 259 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.

Explore Rideau Lakes

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Frequently asked questions: Napierville – Rideau Lakes

What is the straight-line distance between Napierville and Rideau Lakes?

The straight-line distance between Napierville and Rideau Lakes is about 229.1 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.

What is the estimated road distance from Napierville to Rideau Lakes?

The estimated road distance from Napierville to Rideau Lakes is about 259 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 Napierville to Rideau Lakes?

Indicative drive time from Napierville to Rideau Lakes is about 2 h 53 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 Napierville to Rideau Lakes?

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 Napierville–Rideau Lakes 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 Napierville to Rideau Lakes?

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 Napierville to Rideau Lakes?

A common alternative is going via Cornwall or Long Sault. Use the live planner to compare routes.

Can I open the Napierville–Rideau Lakes 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 Napierville as origin and Rideau Lakes as destination.