Driving route · Canada

Route from Saint-Quentin to Quebec City

Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Saint-Quentin to Quebec City — 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 Saint-Quentin (New Brunswick) and Quebec City (Quebec). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.

Distance from Saint-Quentin to Quebec City

The straight-line distance between Saint-Quentin and Quebec City is 298.8 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 338 km, with an indicative drive time of 3 h 45 min.

Straight-line distance 298.8 km
Estimated road distance ~338 km
Indicative drive time 3 h 45 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: Saint-Quentin – Quebec City

Route type Long

Long route (over 300 km) — plan a break roughly every 2 hours and check highway traffic and weather.

Indicative fuel cost $38–$51

Estimate: ~338 km, 8 L/100 km, $1.65/L. ±15%. Excludes tolls.

Driving directions from Saint-Quentin to Quebec City

The map shows the locations of Saint-Quentin (A) and Quebec City (B). Use the form below to calculate the up-to-date road route with turn-by-turn directions, real distance, and estimated drive time.

Avoid:

Prefer another app? Open in Google Maps ↗

Driving directions from Saint-Quentin to Quebec City

Real distance: 421.7 km  ·  Estimated time: 5 h 44 min

🗓 Calculated on June 4, 2026
  1. Drive south on NB 17/Rue Canada. Continue on NB 17. 60.6 km
  2. Take the NB 2 ramp. 98.5 km
  3. Keep left to take 85. 52.6 km
  4. Keep left to take 85/Autoroute Claude-Béchard. 191.3 km
  5. Keep right to take exit 312/314 onto 73 toward Québec. 504 m
  6. Keep left to take 73 toward Québec. 1.3 km
  7. Keep right to take exit 312 onto 73 Nord toward Québec. 132 m
  8. Keep right to take exit 312-N onto 73 Nord toward Pont Pierre-Laporte/Québec. 3.0 km
  9. Take exit 132 onto 136 toward Boulevard Champlain/Avenue des Hôtels. 89 m
  10. Keep left to take Boulevard Champlain/136. 12.0 km
  11. Turn right onto Rue du Marché Champlain. 124 m
  12. Bear left onto Rue Dalhousie. 190 m

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

Estimate trip cost: Saint-Quentin – Quebec City

Litres estimated
Fuel cost
Toll estimate
Total estimate
Range ±15%

Indicative estimates based on ~338 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

Saint-Quentin

New Brunswick · 47.51350, -67.39210

Saint-Quentin lies in northwestern New Brunswick, inland amid the province’s forested highlands and river valleys. On regional maps it appears as a small town serving the surrounding rural and forestry country; for…

Destination

Quebec City

Quebec · 46.81390, -71.20810

Quebec City sits on the north bank of the Saint Lawrence River in southern Quebec and forms the principal metropolitan concentration on this stretch of the river. On road maps it registers as the region’s main urban…

How to drive from Saint-Quentin to Quebec City

The straight-line distance between Saint-Quentin (New Brunswick) and Quebec City (Quebec) is about 298.8 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: Saint-Quentin – Quebec City

Planning a trip from Saint-Quentin to Quebec City means budgeting around 338 km on the road and an indicative drive time of 3 h 45 min by car. The route connects New Brunswick to Quebec and falls into a long route (over 300 km). Plan multiple breaks and check highway traffic, weather, and fuel availability — particularly in remote sections.

The trip starts at Saint-Quentin (New Brunswick) — coordinates 47.5135° N, -67.3921° E. The destination is Quebec City (Quebec), at 46.8139° N, -71.2081° E.

Practical tips for the Saint-Quentin – Quebec City 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 Quebec City 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 338 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 Quebec City

Full information about Quebec City: interactive map, GPS coordinates, elevation, nearby cities, and routes to and from Quebec City.

Quebec City profile →

Explore Saint-Quentin

Full information about Saint-Quentin: map, GPS coordinates, and all routes from Saint-Quentin to other Canadian cities.

Saint-Quentin profile →

Related tools

Related routes

From Saint-Quentin to other cities:

To Quebec City from other cities:

All info about Saint-Quentin →  ·  All info about Quebec City →

Popular routes from New Brunswick

Most-searched routes from New Brunswick, ranked by popularity.

All cities of New Brunswick →

Frequently asked questions: Saint-Quentin – Quebec City

What is the straight-line distance between Saint-Quentin and Quebec City?

The straight-line distance between Saint-Quentin and Quebec City is about 298.8 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.

What is the estimated road distance from Saint-Quentin to Quebec City?

The estimated road distance from Saint-Quentin to Quebec City is about 338 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 Saint-Quentin to Quebec City?

Indicative drive time from Saint-Quentin to Quebec City is about 3 h 45 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 Saint-Quentin to Quebec City?

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 Saint-Quentin–Quebec City 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 Saint-Quentin to Quebec City?

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 Saint-Quentin to Quebec City?

For alternative routes, use the live planner: pick between highways, secondary roads, and shorter or scenic options.

Can I open the Saint-Quentin–Quebec City 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 Saint-Quentin as origin and Quebec City as destination.