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

How far is Halifax from Peterborough, Ontario, Canada?

The distance from Halifax to Peterborough, Ontario, Canada is 726.2 miles (1168.7 km) as the crow flies. Peterborough, Ontario, Canada is located W of Halifax. By car, the driving distance is approximately 997.1 miles, taking about 21h 0min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 58min. Both are located in Canada — Halifax in Nova Scotia and Peterborough, Ontario, Canada in Ontario.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. 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. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Halifax and Peterborough, Ontario, Canada. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.