Route from Grand Falls to Val-Saint-Michel
Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Grand Falls to Val-Saint-Michel — 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 Grand Falls (New Brunswick) and Val-Saint-Michel (Quebec). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.
Distance from Grand Falls to Val-Saint-Michel
The straight-line distance between Grand Falls and Val-Saint-Michel is 281 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 318 km, with an indicative drive time of 3 h 32 min.
Trip cost and route type: Grand Falls – Val-Saint-Michel
Driving directions from Grand Falls to Val-Saint-Michel
The map shows the locations of Grand Falls (A) and Val-Saint-Michel (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 Grand Falls to Val-Saint-Michel
Real distance: 391.2 km · Estimated time: 5 h 22 min
- Drive northeast. 63 m
- Turn left onto Chemin River. 666 m
- Turn right onto Chemin Portage/Portage Road/NB 130. 1.1 km
- Turn left onto Boulevard Everard H. Daigle/Everard H. Daigle Boulevard. 1.4 km
- Turn right to take the NB 2 ramp. 118.4 km
- Keep left to take 85. 52.6 km
- Keep left to take 85/Autoroute Claude-Béchard. 191.3 km
- Keep right to take exit 312/314 onto 73 toward Québec. 504 m
- Keep left to take 73 toward Québec. 1.3 km
- Keep right to take exit 312 onto 73 Nord toward Québec. 132 m
- Keep right to take exit 312-N onto 73 Nord toward Pont Pierre-Laporte/Québec. 7.1 km
- Keep left to take 73/Autoroute Henri-IV. 3.1 km
Standard car route without avoiding highways. For advanced options (motorcycle, bicycle, transit, avoid tolls) use the live planner above.
Estimate trip cost: Grand Falls – Val-Saint-Michel
Indicative estimates based on ~318 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 Grand Falls to Val-Saint-Michel
The straight-line distance between Grand Falls (New Brunswick) and Val-Saint-Michel (Quebec) is about 281 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: Grand Falls – Val-Saint-Michel
The route from Grand Falls to Val-Saint-Michel connects New Brunswick to Quebec. The straight-line distance is about 281 km, with an estimated road distance of 318 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 Grand Falls (New Brunswick) — coordinates 47.0344° N, -67.7394° E. The destination is Val-Saint-Michel (Quebec), at 46.8667° N, -71.4333° E.
Practical tips for the Grand Falls – Val-Saint-Michel 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-Saint-Michel in Quebec, St. Lawrence valley framed by the Laurentians and the Appalachians.
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 318 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: Grand Falls – Val-Saint-Michel
What is the straight-line distance between Grand Falls and Val-Saint-Michel?
The straight-line distance between Grand Falls and Val-Saint-Michel is about 281 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.
What is the estimated road distance from Grand Falls to Val-Saint-Michel?
The estimated road distance from Grand Falls to Val-Saint-Michel is about 318 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 Grand Falls to Val-Saint-Michel?
Indicative drive time from Grand Falls to Val-Saint-Michel is about 3 h 32 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 Grand Falls to Val-Saint-Michel?
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 Grand Falls–Val-Saint-Michel 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 Grand Falls to Val-Saint-Michel?
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 Grand Falls to Val-Saint-Michel?
For alternative routes, use the live planner: pick between highways, secondary roads, and shorter or scenic options.
Can I open the Grand Falls–Val-Saint-Michel 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 Grand Falls as origin and Val-Saint-Michel as destination.