Route from Moncton to Grand-Mère
Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Moncton to Grand-Mère — 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 Moncton (New Brunswick) and Grand-Mère (Quebec). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.
Distance from Moncton to Grand-Mère
The straight-line distance between Moncton and Grand-Mère is 610.1 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 689 km, with an indicative drive time of 7 h 40 min.
Trip cost and route type: Moncton – Grand-Mère
Driving directions from Moncton to Grand-Mère
The map shows the locations of Moncton (A) and Grand-Mère (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 Moncton to Grand-Mère
Real distance: 880.5 km · Estimated time: 10 h 51 min
- Drive south on Elmwood Drive/NB 115. 438 m
- Take the NB 2 ramp. 35.2 km
- Keep right to stay on NB 2/TCH/Route 2/Route 2 Highway toward Fredericton. 128.9 km
- Keep left to stay on NB 2/TCH/Route 2/Route 2 Highway. 334.3 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. 3.9 km
- Take exit 134-O on the left onto 540/Autoroute Duplessis toward Aéroport International Jean-Lesage de Québec/Montréal. 3.6 km
- Take exit 3 onto 40 Ouest toward Montréal. 95.1 km
Standard car route without avoiding highways. For advanced options (motorcycle, bicycle, transit, avoid tolls) use the live planner above.
Estimate trip cost: Moncton – Grand-Mère
Indicative estimates based on ~689 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 Moncton to Grand-Mère
The straight-line distance between Moncton (New Brunswick) and Grand-Mère (Quebec) is about 610.1 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: Moncton – Grand-Mère
Driving directions from Moncton to Grand-Mère: estimated road distance 689 km, indicative time about 7 h 40 min by car. 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. Use the live planner for an up-to-date track with turn-by-turn directions.
The trip starts at Moncton (New Brunswick) — coordinates 46.1328° N, -64.7714° E. The destination is Grand-Mère (Quebec), at 46.6140° N, -72.6970° E.
Practical tips for the Moncton – Grand-Mère 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 Grand-Mère in Quebec, St. Lawrence valley framed by the Laurentians and the Appalachians. The route also passes near Saint-Léonard (New Brunswick).
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 689 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 Moncton – Grand-Mère route
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Routes with intermediate stops: Moncton → Saint-Léonard
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Frequently asked questions: Moncton – Grand-Mère
What is the straight-line distance between Moncton and Grand-Mère?
The straight-line distance between Moncton and Grand-Mère is about 610.1 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.
What is the estimated road distance from Moncton to Grand-Mère?
The estimated road distance from Moncton to Grand-Mère is about 689 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 Moncton to Grand-Mère?
Indicative drive time from Moncton to Grand-Mère is about 7 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 Moncton to Grand-Mère?
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 Moncton–Grand-Mère 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 Moncton to Grand-Mère?
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 Moncton to Grand-Mère?
A common alternative is going via Saint-Léonard. Use the live planner to compare routes.
Can I open the Moncton–Grand-Mère 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 Moncton as origin and Grand-Mère as destination.