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Route from Picardville to Montréal

Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Picardville to Montréal — with the live planner for up-to-date turn-by-turn directions.

This page provides the map and indicative distance data for the route between Picardville (Alberta) and Montréal (Quebec). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.

Distance from Picardville to Montréal

The straight-line distance between Picardville and Montréal is 2999.8 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 3390 km, with an indicative drive time of 37 h 40 min.

Straight-line distance 2999.8 km
Estimated road distance ~3390 km
Indicative drive time 37 h 40 min
Note: values are approximate estimates. Road distance is calculated by multiplying the straight-line distance by a road-deviation factor (1.13–1.30 based on length). Drive time assumes ~90 km/h average. Real traffic, tolls, and conditions can vary significantly. Use the live planner for current data.

Trip cost and route type: Picardville – Montréal

Route type Long

Long route (over 300 km) — plan a break roughly every 2 hours and check highway traffic and weather.

Indicative fuel cost $380–$515

Estimate: ~3390 km, 8 L/100 km, $1.65/L. ±15%. Excludes tolls.

Driving directions from Picardville to Montréal

The map shows the locations of Picardville (A) and Montréal (B). Use the form below to calculate the up-to-date road route with turn-by-turn directions, real distance, and estimated drive time.

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Driving directions from Picardville to Montréal

Real distance: 3,716.0 km  ·  Estimated time: 47 h 44 min

🗓 Calculated on June 3, 2026
  1. Drive south on Range Road 270A. 112 m
  2. Turn left onto Main Avenue. 2.4 km
  3. Turn right onto Highway 44/44. 37.8 km
  4. Enter the roundabout and take the 3rd exit toward 37 East/Fort Saskatchewan. 26.5 km
  5. Turn right onto 50 Street NW. 6.5 km
  6. Turn left onto 195 Avenue NW. 3.2 km
  7. Turn right onto 18 Street NW. 46 m
  8. Turn right onto 15/Manning Drive NW. 2.3 km
  9. Take the 216/Anthony Henday Drive ramp. 439 m
  10. Keep left to take 216 East/Anthony Henday Drive East. 20.8 km
  11. Keep right to take exit 66 onto 14 East toward Camrose/Wainwright. 305.8 km
  12. Turn right onto Highway 21/21. 35.7 km

Standard car route without avoiding highways. For advanced options (motorcycle, bicycle, transit, avoid tolls) use the live planner above.

Estimate trip cost: Picardville – Montréal

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Indicative estimates based on ~3390 km. Tolls calculated at ~$0.10/km on tolled segments. The calculator updates with the live planner's real distance. Actual consumption, driving style, weather, and toll rates vary.

Origin and destination

Origin

Picardville

Alberta · 54.05200, -113.88000

Picardville sits in northern Alberta, well inland from the province’s southern prairie corridors. As a small rural community it serves mainly as a local waypoint for drivers moving between farms, woodlands and scattered…

Destination

Montréal

Quebec · 45.50890, -73.56170

Montréal sits on and around the Island of Montréal in southern Quebec at a major bend of the Saint Lawrence River. As the province's largest metropolitan area, it is the primary regional focus for road and city mapping…

How to drive from Picardville to Montréal

The straight-line distance between Picardville (Alberta) and Montréal (Quebec) is about 2999.8 km. The actual road distance varies by chosen route, road type, and travel conditions — especially in winter and across mountain or northern segments.

Before you leave, consider:

  • Check current traffic with a navigation app — particularly around major cities.
  • Look up any toll segments on your route (Ontario 407, select bridges).
  • In winter or at higher elevations, drive times and conditions can change quickly. Carry a charged phone, fuel reserve, and weather-appropriate gear.
  • Plan stops at service centres or towns along the way — fuel and rest stops can be sparse on remote sections.

Route description: Picardville – Montréal

The route from Picardville to Montréal connects Alberta to Quebec. The straight-line distance is about 2999.8 km, with an estimated road distance of 3390 km — a long route (over 300 km). Plan multiple breaks and check highway traffic, weather, and fuel availability — particularly in remote sections. Use the live planner for an up-to-date track, turn-by-turn directions, and a trip-cost estimate.

The trip starts at Picardville (Alberta) — coordinates 54.0520° N, -113.8800° E. The destination is Montréal (Quebec), at 45.5089° N, -73.5617° E.

Practical tips for the Picardville – Montréal drive

Terrain along the way

The route starts in Alberta — a province prairie in the south rising into the Canadian Rockies in the west — and reaches Montréal in Quebec, St. Lawrence valley framed by the Laurentians and the Appalachians. The route also passes near Kenora (Ontario).

When to leave

For a long route, leave early (before 06:30) or wait until after 10:00. Avoid summer long-weekend exoduses and major holidays. Plan a break every 1.5–2 hours of driving — and check weather, especially across the Prairies and through mountain passes.

Alternatives

For this route of about 3390 km, consider VIA Rail Canada — VIA's Corridor service connects many Eastern Canadian cities, and the long-distance trains (the Canadian, Ocean) run through the Prairies and the Maritimes. Cross-border trips may also include Amtrak's Adirondack or Cascades. Check schedules at viarail.ca and amtrak.com.

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Frequently asked questions: Picardville – Montréal

What is the straight-line distance between Picardville and Montréal?

The straight-line distance between Picardville and Montréal is about 2999.8 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.

What is the estimated road distance from Picardville to Montréal?

The estimated road distance from Picardville to Montréal is about 3390 km — derived by multiplying the straight-line distance by a road-deviation factor (1.13–1.30 based on length). For an up-to-date route, use the live planner.

How long does it take to drive from Picardville to Montréal?

Indicative drive time from Picardville to Montréal is about 37 h 40 min, based on an average highway speed of 90 km/h on a mixed motorway/highway profile. Real time depends on traffic, weather, stops, vehicle type, and conditions.

How do I get up-to-date driving directions from Picardville to Montréal?

Use the live planner on this page: select your transport mode and click "Update route". You'll see the route with turn-by-turn directions, current distance, and estimated time based on up-to-date routing data.

Does the Picardville–Montréal route involve highway tolls?

CanadaDrivingDirections.com does not provide toll details. Toll roads are limited in Canada — Ontario's 407 ETR, a few Quebec bridges, and the Confederation Bridge to PEI are the main ones. Check the operator's site for current pricing.

How does traffic affect the route from Picardville to Montréal?

Traffic varies by time of day, season, and weather. The live planner uses up-to-date routing data; for live traffic, use a navigation app before departure — especially in winter when conditions can change rapidly.

Is there an alternative route from Picardville to Montréal?

A common alternative is going via Kenora or Keewatin. Use the live planner to compare routes.

Can I open the Picardville–Montréal route in Google Maps?

Yes. Click "Open in Google Maps" on this page to view the route in the Google Maps app or browser. You can also open Google Maps directly and enter Picardville as origin and Montréal as destination.