Cornwall to Peterborough, Ontario, Canada: Road Trip Guide & Distance

183.2 miles 294.8 km · straight line
229 miles estimated 368.5 km · driving distance
4h 36min estimated drive time
CAD 37 - CAD 46 estimated fuel cost
~52min flight time
256° WSW bearing direction

How far is Cornwall from Peterborough, Ontario, Canada?

The distance from Cornwall to Peterborough, Ontario, Canada is 183.2 miles (294.8 km) as the crow flies. Peterborough, Ontario, Canada is located WSW of Cornwall. By car, the driving distance is approximately 229 miles, taking about 4h 36min. A direct flight would take roughly 52min. Both are located in Canada.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Cornwall and Peterborough, Ontario, Canada. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Cornwall to Peterborough, Ontario, Canada

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 36min CAD 37 - CAD 46 Flexible stops
Fly ~52min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 31min $18–$34* Budget
Train ~4h 22min $27–$80* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Cornwall & Peterborough, Ontario, Canada

Quick Facts

Cornwall
45.02°N, 74.73°W
America/Toronto
59m elevation
Peterborough, Ontario, Canada
44.30°N, 78.32°W
America/Toronto
188m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 61 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 15 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 135.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients