Location & Distribution
Strategic Location
Our central geographic proximity on the Eastern Seaboard facilitates convenient access to Ontario, Quebec, Atlantic and U.S. markets – translating to 100 million consumers within a day’s drive. We are also in time zone GMT 4.0, which enables you to serve European and other markets more easily.
Driving Distance to Major Markets:
Bangor, Maine | 276 km | 172 mi |
Boston, Massachusetts | 652 km | 407 mi |
Charlottetown, PEI | 373 km | 233 mi |
Quebec City, Quebec | 500 km | 312 mi |
Halifax, Nova Scotia | 415 km | 259 mi |
Montreal, Quebec | 834 km | 521 mi |
New York, New York | 1,009 km | 631 mi |
Toronto, Ontario | 1,373 km | 858 mi |
Distribution Networks: Road, Air & Sea
Our distribution network offers both cost and logistical benefits for locating in New Brunswick.
Road
Fredericton is situated on the Trans Canada Highway and is the closest Atlantic Canadian city to the U.S. Interstate 95, with direct, quality access to major American markets. Moreover, the provincial upgrade of Trans Canada Highway sections has enhanced Fredericton’s locational advantage.
Air
The Fredericton International Airport is conveniently located only minutes from downtown Fredericton and CFB Gagetown – the primary training centre for Canada’s military. The Fredericton International Airport is served by Air Canada with direct, daily flights to Toronto, Montreal, Ottawa and Halifax – connecting you to the world. Seasonal flights are also available.
Sea
Fredericton is located just an hour's drive north of one of Canada's most important deep sea ports: The Port of Saint John.