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Route from Trois-Rivières to The Nation / La Nation

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

Distance from Trois-Rivières to The Nation / La Nation

The straight-line distance between Trois-Rivières and The Nation / La Nation is 222.1 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 251 km, with an indicative drive time of 2 h 47 min.

Straight-line distance 222.1 km
Estimated road distance ~251 km
Indicative drive time 2 h 47 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: Trois-Rivières – The Nation / La Nation

Route type Medium

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

Indicative fuel cost $28–$38

Estimate: ~251 km, 8 L/100 km, $1.65/L. ±15%. Excludes tolls.

Driving directions from Trois-Rivières to The Nation / La Nation

The map shows the locations of Trois-Rivières (A) and The Nation / La Nation (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 Trois-Rivières to The Nation / La Nation

Real distance: 261.0 km  ·  Estimated time: 4 h 4 min

🗓 Calculated on June 4, 2026
  1. Drive southeast. 22 m
  2. Turn right onto Rue Champflour. 387 m
  3. Turn right onto Rue Bellefeuille. 522 m
  4. Turn right onto Rue Sainte-Marguerite. 152 m
  5. Turn left to take the 40 Ouest ramp toward Montréal. 3.4 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: Trois-Rivières – The Nation / La Nation

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Indicative estimates based on ~251 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

Trois-Rivières

Quebec · 46.35000, -72.55000

Trois-Rivières sits on the north shore of the St. Lawrence River in central Quebec, roughly midway between Montreal and Quebec City. As a mid-sized urban centre along the river corridor, it functions as a focal point…

Destination

The Nation / La Nation

Ontario · 45.35000, -75.03330

The Nation / La Nation is a rural township in eastern Ontario, positioned east of the Ottawa metropolitan area. It functions as a local driving focus for village-to-village travel across a predominantly agricultural and…

How to drive from Trois-Rivières to The Nation / La Nation

The straight-line distance between Trois-Rivières (Quebec) and The Nation / La Nation (Ontario) is about 222.1 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: Trois-Rivières – The Nation / La Nation

Planning a trip from Trois-Rivières to The Nation / La Nation means budgeting around 251 km on the road and an indicative drive time of 2 h 47 min by car. The route connects Quebec to Ontario and falls into a medium-distance route (100–300 km). Plan at least one stop and check fuel before departure.

The trip starts at Trois-Rivières (Quebec) — coordinates 46.3500° N, -72.5500° E. The destination is The Nation / La Nation (Ontario), at 45.3500° N, -75.0333° E.

Practical tips for the Trois-Rivières – The Nation / La Nation drive

Terrain along the way

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

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 251 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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Routes with intermediate stops: Trois-Rivières → Laurentides · Trois-Rivières → Saint-Lin--Laurentides · Trois-Rivières → Sainte-Sophie

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Frequently asked questions: Trois-Rivières – The Nation / La Nation

What is the straight-line distance between Trois-Rivières and The Nation / La Nation?

The straight-line distance between Trois-Rivières and The Nation / La Nation is about 222.1 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.

What is the estimated road distance from Trois-Rivières to The Nation / La Nation?

The estimated road distance from Trois-Rivières to The Nation / La Nation is about 251 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 Trois-Rivières to The Nation / La Nation?

Indicative drive time from Trois-Rivières to The Nation / La Nation is about 2 h 47 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 Trois-Rivières to The Nation / La Nation?

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 Trois-Rivières–The Nation / La Nation 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 Trois-Rivières to The Nation / La Nation?

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 Trois-Rivières to The Nation / La Nation?

A common alternative is going via Laurentides or Saint-Lin--Laurentides. Use the live planner to compare routes.

Can I open the Trois-Rivières–The Nation / La Nation 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 Trois-Rivières as origin and The Nation / La Nation as destination.