How long is the drive?

The drive takes approximately 33 hours of active driving time.

There is no passenger train service to PEI.

What is the best route?

The Trans-Canada Highway is the only practical route.

You would need to drive to Winnipeg or Thunder Bay to catch a flight to Charlottetown.

Fort Frances

Charlottetown

Driving

Fort Frances to Charlottetown

Updated: 27 May 2026

The journey from Fort Frances to Charlottetown is a 3,000-kilometer drive that takes you across Canada to Prince Edward Island. You will travel through Ontario, Quebec, New Brunswick, and cross the Confederation Bridge to reach PEI. This trip requires at least four days of driving. It is a beautiful journey that ends on Canada's smallest province.

Total Distance: 3,000 km driving distance; 2,200 km straight-line air distance.

Fastest Way

Driving is the fastest practical method as there are no direct flights.

Cheapest Way

Driving your own vehicle is the most cost-effective way to travel.

Compare Fort Frances to Charlottetown Routes

Driving

Direct

Duration

33 hours

Avg Price

$550 - $700 CAD in fuel + bridge toll

Operator

Personal Vehicle

Route

Trans-Canada Highway to the Confederation Bridge.

The Confederation Bridge has a toll for vehicles leaving the island.

Travel Tips

Plan Stops
Schedule overnight stops in Sudbury, Montreal, and Moncton.
Check Road Conditions
Use provincial 511 websites for real-time road updates.
Pack Snacks
Bring a cooler with food to save money on restaurant meals.
Fuel
Fill up in larger cities where gas prices are more competitive.
Audiobooks
Download long audiobooks to keep yourself entertained during the long drive.