Montreal to Petawawa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

181.2 miles 291.6 km · straight line
223.1 miles actual route 359 km · driving distance
4h 35min estimated drive time
CAD 36 - CAD 45 estimated fuel cost
~52min flight time
280° W bearing direction

How far is Montreal from Petawawa?

The distance from Montreal to Petawawa is 181.2 miles (291.6 km) as the crow flies. Petawawa is located W of Montreal. By car, the driving distance is approximately 223.1 miles, taking about 4h 35min. A direct flight would take roughly 52min. Both are located in Canada — Montreal in Quebec and Petawawa in Ontario.

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 Montreal and Petawawa. 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 Montreal to Petawawa

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 35min CAD 36 - CAD 45 Flexible stops
Fly ~52min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 30min $18–$33* Budget
Train ~4h 21min $27–$78* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Montreal & Petawawa

Quick Facts

Montreal
45.50°N, 73.57°W
America/Toronto
36m elevation
Petawawa
45.89°N, 77.28°W
America/Toronto
143m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 60 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 15 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 137.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM