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Route from Shawville to Keewatin

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

Distance from Shawville to Keewatin

The straight-line distance between Shawville and Keewatin is 1425.4 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 1611 km, with an indicative drive time of 17 h 54 min.

Straight-line distance 1425.4 km
Estimated road distance ~1611 km
Indicative drive time 17 h 54 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: Shawville – Keewatin

Route type Long

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

Indicative fuel cost $181–$245

Estimate: ~1611 km, 8 L/100 km, $1.65/L. ±15%. Excludes tolls.

Driving directions from Shawville to Keewatin

The map shows the locations of Shawville (A) and Keewatin (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 Shawville to Keewatin

Real distance: 1,864.9 km  ·  Estimated time: 23 h 26 min

🗓 Calculated on June 4, 2026
  1. Drive northwest. 120 m
  2. Turn left onto Chemin de Calumet/Calumet Road. 163 m
  3. Turn left onto Clarendon Street/Rue Clarendon. 559 m
  4. Turn right onto Route 148/148. 1.9 km
  5. Turn left onto Route 303/303. Continue on 303. 13.3 km
  6. Turn right onto Rue de l'Église/Church Street/303. 421 m
  7. Turn left onto Rue Purvis/Purvis Street/301. 10.0 km
  8. Bear right onto 17. 191.9 km
  9. Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto 17/McConnell Street/Rue McConnell. 44 m
  10. Exit the roundabout onto 17/McConnell Street/Rue McConnell. Continue on 17. 58.7 km
  11. Take the 11/17 exit toward North Bay. 4.2 km
  12. Take the 11 exit toward Timmins/Cochrane/Canadian Forces Base North Bay. 370.1 km

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

Estimate trip cost: Shawville – Keewatin

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Indicative estimates based on ~1611 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

Shawville

Quebec · 45.60000, -76.48330

Shawville is a small town in western Quebec, positioned in the agricultural and forested Ottawa Valley near the provincial boundary with Ontario. On a regional map it appears as a compact village surrounded by rural…

Destination

Keewatin

Ontario · 49.76670, -94.55000

Keewatin is a small community in northwestern Ontario, positioned on the lake-and-forest landscape near the province's western edge. On road and regional maps it functions as a local node for drivers moving between…

How to drive from Shawville to Keewatin

The straight-line distance between Shawville (Quebec) and Keewatin (Ontario) is about 1425.4 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: Shawville – Keewatin

Looking for directions from Shawville to Keewatin? The estimated road distance is 1611 km (1425.4 km straight line), with an indicative drive time of 17 h 54 min. A long route (over 300 km) that connects Quebec to Ontario. Plan multiple breaks and check highway traffic, weather, and fuel availability — particularly in remote sections. Choose the transport mode in the live planner to get the detailed track.

The trip starts at Shawville (Quebec) — coordinates 45.6000° N, -76.4833° E. The destination is Keewatin (Ontario), at 49.7667° N, -94.5500° E.

Practical tips for the Shawville – Keewatin drive

Terrain along the way

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

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 1611 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: Shawville – Keewatin

What is the straight-line distance between Shawville and Keewatin?

The straight-line distance between Shawville and Keewatin is about 1425.4 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.

What is the estimated road distance from Shawville to Keewatin?

The estimated road distance from Shawville to Keewatin is about 1611 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 Shawville to Keewatin?

Indicative drive time from Shawville to Keewatin is about 17 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 Shawville to Keewatin?

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 Shawville–Keewatin 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 Shawville to Keewatin?

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 Shawville to Keewatin?

A common alternative is going via Peninsula or Sault Ste. Marie. Use the live planner to compare routes.

Can I open the Shawville–Keewatin 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 Shawville as origin and Keewatin as destination.