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Route from Dalhousie to Val-d’Or

Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Dalhousie 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 Dalhousie (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 Dalhousie to Val-d’Or

The straight-line distance between Dalhousie and Val-d’Or is 847.1 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 957 km, with an indicative drive time of 10 h 38 min.

Straight-line distance 847.1 km
Estimated road distance ~957 km
Indicative drive time 10 h 38 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: Dalhousie – 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 $107–$145

Estimate: ~957 km, 8 L/100 km, $1.65/L. ±15%. Excludes tolls.

Driving directions from Dalhousie to Val-d’Or

The map shows the locations of Dalhousie (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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Driving directions from Dalhousie to Val-d’Or

Real distance: 1,276.5 km  ·  Estimated time: 17 h 2 min

🗓 Calculated on June 4, 2026
  1. Drive north on Renfrew Street/Rue Renfrew/NB 134. 17 m
  2. Turn left onto William Street/Rue William/NB 134. Continue on NB 134. 1.1 km
  3. Turn right onto Victoria Street/Rue Victoria/NB 134. Continue on NB 134. 8.2 km
  4. Turn left onto Blair Malcolm Road. 687 m
  5. Take the NB 11 ramp. 170.0 km
  6. Take the NB 2 ramp. 98.5 km
  7. Keep left to take 85. 52.6 km
  8. Keep left to take 85/Autoroute Claude-Béchard. 191.3 km
  9. Keep left to stay on 20/Autoroute Jean-Lesage toward Montréal. 104.2 km
  10. Take exit 210 onto 55 Nord toward Trois-Rivières. 544 m
  11. Keep left to take 55 Nord toward Trois-Rivières. 40.9 km
  12. Keep right to take 40/Autoroute Félix-Leclerc toward Montréal/Boulevard des Forges. 55.2 km

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

Estimate trip cost: Dalhousie – Val-d’Or

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Indicative estimates based on ~957 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

Dalhousie

New Brunswick · 48.06600, -66.36900

Dalhousie is a small coastal town in northern New Brunswick on the southern shore of the Bay of Chaleur. With roughly 3,100 residents, it functions as a local regional point on maps where coastal approaches and inland…

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 Dalhousie to Val-d’Or

The straight-line distance between Dalhousie (New Brunswick) and Val-d’Or (Quebec) is about 847.1 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: Dalhousie – Val-d’Or

The journey from Dalhousie to Val-d’Or covers roughly 957 km on the road, equal to 847.1 km straight line. The trip connects New Brunswick to Quebec and is classified as a long route (over 300 km). Plan multiple breaks and check highway traffic, weather, and fuel availability — particularly in remote sections. Open the interactive planner for the route map, turns, and a fuel-or-EV cost calculator.

The trip starts at Dalhousie (New Brunswick) — coordinates 48.0660° N, -66.3690° E. The destination is Val-d’Or (Quebec), at 48.1000° N, -77.7833° E.

Practical tips for the Dalhousie – 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 Hébertville (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 957 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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Frequently asked questions: Dalhousie – Val-d’Or

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

The straight-line distance between Dalhousie and Val-d’Or is about 847.1 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.

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

The estimated road distance from Dalhousie to Val-d’Or is about 957 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 Dalhousie to Val-d’Or?

Indicative drive time from Dalhousie to Val-d’Or is about 10 h 38 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 Dalhousie 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 Dalhousie–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 Dalhousie 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 Dalhousie to Val-d’Or?

A common alternative is going via Hébertville or Roberval. Use the live planner to compare routes.

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