Route from Plaster Rock to Black Lake
Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Plaster Rock to Black Lake — 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 Plaster Rock (New Brunswick) and Black Lake (Quebec). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.
Distance from Plaster Rock to Black Lake
The straight-line distance between Plaster Rock and Black Lake is 318.2 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 360 km, with an indicative drive time of 4 h.
Trip cost and route type: Plaster Rock – Black Lake
Driving directions from Plaster Rock to Black Lake
The map shows the locations of Plaster Rock (A) and Black Lake (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 Plaster Rock to Black Lake
Real distance: 530.4 km · Estimated time: 7 h 7 min
- Drive east on Route 390/NB 390. Continue on NB 390. 2.7 km
- Turn right to take the ramp. 190 m
- Bear right onto Plaster Rock-Renous Highway/NB 108. Continue on NB 108. 5.0 km
- Turn left onto Route 109/NB 108. Continue on NB 108. 37.8 km
- Turn left to take the NB 2 ramp. 114.5 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. 61.9 km
- Take exit 253 onto 265 toward Plessisville/Deschaillons/Villeroy. 897 m
- Turn left onto Route 265/265. 21.1 km
- Turn left onto Avenue Saint-Louis/165. 41.7 km
- Turn left onto Rue Saint-Jacques. 272 m
Standard car route without avoiding highways. For advanced options (motorcycle, bicycle, transit, avoid tolls) use the live planner above.
Estimate trip cost: Plaster Rock – Black Lake
Indicative estimates based on ~360 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 Plaster Rock to Black Lake
The straight-line distance between Plaster Rock (New Brunswick) and Black Lake (Quebec) is about 318.2 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: Plaster Rock – Black Lake
The trip from Plaster Rock to Black Lake covers about 360 km on the road (318.2 km straight line). Plan multiple breaks and check highway traffic, weather, and fuel availability — particularly in remote sections. The route connects New Brunswick to Quebec and is classified as a long route (over 300 km). Click "Update route" for the latest track, turns, and fuel-cost estimate.
The trip starts at Plaster Rock (New Brunswick) — coordinates 46.8833° N, -67.3833° E. The destination is Black Lake (Quebec), at 46.0460° N, -71.3571° E.
Practical tips for the Plaster Rock – Black Lake 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 Black Lake 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 360 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: Plaster Rock – Black Lake
What is the straight-line distance between Plaster Rock and Black Lake?
The straight-line distance between Plaster Rock and Black Lake is about 318.2 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.
What is the estimated road distance from Plaster Rock to Black Lake?
The estimated road distance from Plaster Rock to Black Lake is about 360 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 Plaster Rock to Black Lake?
Indicative drive time from Plaster Rock to Black Lake is about 4 h, 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 Plaster Rock to Black Lake?
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 Plaster Rock–Black Lake 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 Plaster Rock to Black Lake?
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 Plaster Rock to Black Lake?
For alternative routes, use the live planner: pick between highways, secondary roads, and shorter or scenic options.
Can I open the Plaster Rock–Black Lake 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 Plaster Rock as origin and Black Lake as destination.