Route from Edmundston to Lac-Carré
Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Edmundston to Lac-Carré — 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 Edmundston (New Brunswick) and Lac-Carré (Quebec). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.
Distance from Edmundston to Lac-Carré
The straight-line distance between Edmundston and Lac-Carré is 488.1 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 552 km, with an indicative drive time of 6 h 8 min.
Trip cost and route type: Edmundston – Lac-Carré
Driving directions from Edmundston to Lac-Carré
The map shows the locations of Edmundston (A) and Lac-Carré (B). Use the form below to calculate the up-to-date road route with turn-by-turn directions, real distance, and estimated drive time.
Turn-by-turn directions
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Driving directions from Edmundston to Lac-Carré
Real distance: 655.0 km · Estimated time: 9 h 17 min
- Drive southeast. 8 m
- Turn left onto 44e Avenue/44th Avenue. 250 m
- Turn right onto Boulevard Monseigneur-Numa-Pichette. 156 m
- Turn left onto Chemin Du Pouvoir/Pouvoir Road/Chemin Du Pouvoir Road. 393 m
- Turn left onto Rue Carrier. 1.1 km
- Turn left to take the NB 2 ramp. 56.1 km
- Keep left to take 85. 52.6 km
- Keep left to take 85/Autoroute Claude-Béchard. 191.3 km
- Keep left to stay on 20/Autoroute Jean-Lesage toward Montréal. 104.2 km
- Take exit 210 onto 55 Nord toward Trois-Rivières. 544 m
- Keep left to take 55 Nord toward Trois-Rivières. 40.9 km
- 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: Edmundston – Lac-Carré
Indicative estimates based on ~552 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
How to drive from Edmundston to Lac-Carré
The straight-line distance between Edmundston (New Brunswick) and Lac-Carré (Quebec) is about 488.1 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: Edmundston – Lac-Carré
How far is Edmundston from Lac-Carré? The road estimate is around 552 km, with an indicative drive time of 6 h 8 min. The route connects New Brunswick to Quebec — a long route (over 300 km). Plan multiple breaks and check highway traffic, weather, and fuel availability — particularly in remote sections. Verify the track with the live planner for current instructions.
The trip starts at Edmundston (New Brunswick) — coordinates 47.3765° N, -68.3253° E. The destination is Lac-Carré (Quebec), at 46.1352° N, -74.4730° E.
Practical tips for the Edmundston – Lac-Carré 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 Lac-Carré in Quebec, St. Lawrence valley framed by the Laurentians and the Appalachians. The route also passes near Cap-Rouge (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 552 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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Cities along the Edmundston – Lac-Carré route
These cities are near the direct route between Edmundston and Lac-Carré. They may be useful as a stopover or alternate destination.
Routes with intermediate stops: Edmundston → Cap-Rouge · Edmundston → Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures · Edmundston → Saint-Nicolas
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Frequently asked questions: Edmundston – Lac-Carré
What is the straight-line distance between Edmundston and Lac-Carré?
The straight-line distance between Edmundston and Lac-Carré is about 488.1 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.
What is the estimated road distance from Edmundston to Lac-Carré?
The estimated road distance from Edmundston to Lac-Carré is about 552 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 Edmundston to Lac-Carré?
Indicative drive time from Edmundston to Lac-Carré is about 6 h 8 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 Edmundston to Lac-Carré?
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 Edmundston–Lac-Carré 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 Edmundston to Lac-Carré?
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 Edmundston to Lac-Carré?
A common alternative is going via Cap-Rouge or Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures. Use the live planner to compare routes.
Can I open the Edmundston–Lac-Carré 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 Edmundston as origin and Lac-Carré as destination.