Kingston, Ontario, Canada to Shawinigan: Road Trip Guide & Distance

242.5 miles 390.3 km · straight line
278 miles actual route 447.4 km · driving distance
5h 41min estimated drive time
CAD 45 - CAD 55 estimated fuel cost
~59min flight time
47° NE bearing direction

How far is Kingston, Ontario, Canada from Shawinigan?

The distance from Kingston, Ontario, Canada to Shawinigan is 242.5 miles (390.3 km) as the crow flies. Shawinigan is located NE of Kingston, Ontario, Canada. By car, the driving distance is approximately 278 miles, taking about 5h 41min. A direct flight would take roughly 59min. Both are located in Canada — Kingston, Ontario, Canada in Ontario and Shawinigan in Quebec.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Kingston, Ontario, Canada and Shawinigan. 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.

How to Get from Kingston, Ontario, Canada to Shawinigan

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 41min CAD 45 - CAD 55 Flexible stops
Fly ~59min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 49min $22–$42* Budget
Train ~5h 24min $33–$97* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Kingston, Ontario, Canada & Shawinigan

Quick Facts

Kingston, Ontario, Canada
44.23°N, 76.48°W
America/Toronto
70m elevation
Shawinigan
46.57°N, 72.75°W
America/Toronto
123m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 81 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 20 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 102.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM