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

246.7 miles 397.1 km · straight line
291.5 miles actual route 469.1 km · driving distance
6h 2min estimated drive time
CAD 47 - CAD 58 estimated fuel cost
~1h 0min flight time
252° WSW bearing direction

How far is Montreal from Peterborough, Ontario, Canada?

The distance from Montreal to Peterborough, Ontario, Canada is 246.7 miles (397.1 km) as the crow flies. Peterborough, Ontario, Canada is located WSW of Montreal. By car, the driving distance is approximately 291.5 miles, taking about 6h 2min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 0min. Both are located in Canada — Montreal in Quebec and Peterborough, Ontario, Canada 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Montreal 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.

How to Get from Montreal to Peterborough, Ontario, Canada

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 2min CAD 47 - CAD 58 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 0min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 14min $23–$44* Budget
Train ~5h 44min $35–$102* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Montreal & Peterborough, Ontario, Canada

Quick Facts

Montreal
45.50°N, 73.57°W
America/Toronto
36m 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 82 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 100.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM