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Route from Chatham to Val-d’Or

Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Chatham to Val-d’Or — 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 Chatham (New Brunswick) and Val-d’Or (Quebec). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.

Distance from Chatham to Val-d’Or

The straight-line distance between Chatham and Val-d’Or is 937 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 1059 km, with an indicative drive time of 11 h 46 min.

Straight-line distance 937 km
Estimated road distance ~1059 km
Indicative drive time 11 h 46 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: Chatham – Val-d’Or

Route type Long

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

Indicative fuel cost $119–$161

Estimate: ~1059 km, 8 L/100 km, $1.65/L. ±15%. Excludes tolls.

Driving directions from Chatham to Val-d’Or

The map shows the locations of Chatham (A) and Val-d’Or (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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Indicative estimates based on ~1059 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

Chatham

New Brunswick · 47.04430, -65.37810

Chatham sits on the Miramichi River in northeastern New Brunswick and forms part of the wider Miramichi urban area. On provincial and regional maps it registers as a compact riverside community where municipal streets…

Destination

Val-d’Or

Quebec · 48.10000, -77.78330

Val-d'Or sits in western Quebec's Abitibi-Témiscamingue area on the Canadian Shield at about latitude 48.1 N. On regional maps it appears as a concentrated inland urban centre amid a broad swath of boreal forest and…

How to drive from Chatham to Val-d’Or

The straight-line distance between Chatham (New Brunswick) and Val-d’Or (Quebec) is about 937 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: Chatham – Val-d’Or

Planning a trip from Chatham to Val-d’Or means budgeting around 1059 km on the road and an indicative drive time of 11 h 46 min by car. The route connects New Brunswick to Quebec and falls into a long route (over 300 km). Plan multiple breaks and check highway traffic, weather, and fuel availability — particularly in remote sections.

The trip starts at Chatham (New Brunswick) — coordinates 47.0443° N, -65.3781° E. The destination is Val-d’Or (Quebec), at 48.1000° N, -77.7833° E.

Practical tips for the Chatham – Val-d’Or drive

Terrain along the way

The route starts in New Brunswick — a province forested and Acadian, with the Bay of Fundy and tidal coastlines — and reaches Val-d’Or in Quebec, St. Lawrence valley framed by the Laurentians and the Appalachians. The route also passes near Lac-Delage (Quebec).

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 1059 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.

Explore Val-d’Or

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Cities along the Chatham – Val-d’Or route

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Routes with intermediate stops: Chatham → Lac-Delage · Chatham → Moulin-Vallière · Chatham → Fossambault-sur-le-Lac

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Frequently asked questions: Chatham – Val-d’Or

What is the straight-line distance between Chatham and Val-d’Or?

The straight-line distance between Chatham and Val-d’Or is about 937 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.

What is the estimated road distance from Chatham to Val-d’Or?

The estimated road distance from Chatham to Val-d’Or is about 1059 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 Chatham to Val-d’Or?

Indicative drive time from Chatham to Val-d’Or is about 11 h 46 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 Chatham to Val-d’Or?

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 Chatham–Val-d’Or 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 Chatham to Val-d’Or?

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 Chatham to Val-d’Or?

A common alternative is going via Lac-Delage or Moulin-Vallière. Use the live planner to compare routes.

Can I open the Chatham–Val-d’Or 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 Chatham as origin and Val-d’Or as destination.