Route from Orsainville to Edmundston
Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Orsainville to Edmundston — 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 Orsainville (Quebec) and Edmundston (New Brunswick). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.
Distance from Orsainville to Edmundston
The straight-line distance between Orsainville and Edmundston is 230.4 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 260 km, with an indicative drive time of 2 h 54 min.
Trip cost and route type: Orsainville – Edmundston
Driving directions from Orsainville to Edmundston
The map shows the locations of Orsainville (A) and Edmundston (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 Orsainville to Edmundston
Real distance: 328.2 km · Estimated time: 4 h 58 min
- Drive southwest on Rue des Violettes. 153 m
- Turn left onto Avenue des Sauges. 86 m
- Turn right onto Rue des Roses. 229 m
- Turn left onto Boulevard Henri-Bourassa. 1.0 km
- Turn right onto Rue du Périgord. 1.2 km
- Turn right onto Boulevard Jean-Talon Ouest. 415 m
- Turn left to take the 73 ramp. 3.5 km
- Keep right to take exit 148 onto 73 Sud toward Montréal/Pont Pierre-Laporte. 204 m
- Keep right to take 73 Sud toward Montréal/Pont Pierre-Laporte. 1.8 km
- Keep left to stay on 40/73/Autoroute Félix-Leclerc toward Montréal/Pont Pierre-Laporte. 4.1 km
- Keep left to stay on 40/73. 3.0 km
- Keep left to take Autoroute Henri-IV/Autoroute Henri-IV. 4.9 km
Standard car route without avoiding highways. For advanced options (motorcycle, bicycle, transit, avoid tolls) use the live planner above.
Estimate trip cost: Orsainville – Edmundston
Indicative estimates based on ~260 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 Orsainville to Edmundston
The straight-line distance between Orsainville (Quebec) and Edmundston (New Brunswick) is about 230.4 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: Orsainville – Edmundston
How far is Orsainville from Edmundston? The road estimate is around 260 km, with an indicative drive time of 2 h 54 min. The route connects Quebec to New Brunswick — a medium-distance route (100–300 km). Plan at least one stop and check fuel before departure. Verify the track with the live planner for current instructions.
The trip starts at Orsainville (Quebec) — coordinates 46.8833° N, -71.2833° E. The destination is Edmundston (New Brunswick), at 47.3765° N, -68.3253° E.
Practical tips for the Orsainville – Edmundston drive
Terrain along the way
The route starts in Quebec — a province St. Lawrence valley framed by the Laurentians and the Appalachians — and reaches Edmundston in New Brunswick, forested and Acadian, with the Bay of Fundy and tidal coastlines.
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 260 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: Orsainville – Edmundston
What is the straight-line distance between Orsainville and Edmundston?
The straight-line distance between Orsainville and Edmundston is about 230.4 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.
What is the estimated road distance from Orsainville to Edmundston?
The estimated road distance from Orsainville to Edmundston is about 260 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 Orsainville to Edmundston?
Indicative drive time from Orsainville to Edmundston is about 2 h 54 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 Orsainville to Edmundston?
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 Orsainville–Edmundston 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 Orsainville to Edmundston?
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 Orsainville to Edmundston?
For alternative routes, use the live planner: pick between highways, secondary roads, and shorter or scenic options.
Can I open the Orsainville–Edmundston 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 Orsainville as origin and Edmundston as destination.