Route from Saint Stephen to Cap-Rouge
Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Saint Stephen to Cap-Rouge — 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 Stephen (New Brunswick) and Cap-Rouge (Quebec). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.
Distance from Saint Stephen to Cap-Rouge
The straight-line distance between Saint Stephen and Cap-Rouge is 357.8 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 404 km, with an indicative drive time of 4 h 30 min.
Trip cost and route type: Saint Stephen – Cap-Rouge
Driving directions from Saint Stephen to Cap-Rouge
The map shows the locations of Saint Stephen (A) and Cap-Rouge (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 Saint Stephen to Cap-Rouge
Real distance: 648.0 km · Estimated time: 8 h 8 min
- Drive south on Brook Street. 138 m
- Turn left onto Queen Street West. 604 m
- Turn left onto King Street/NB 170. 861 m
- Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto King Street. 8.1 km
- Bear right onto Route 3/NB 3. Continue on NB 3. 53.0 km
- Turn right toward 3/Harvey Station/Fredericton. 33.3 km
- Turn left to take the 2 West ramp toward Edmundston. 297.6 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
Standard car route without avoiding highways. For advanced options (motorcycle, bicycle, transit, avoid tolls) use the live planner above.
Estimate trip cost: Saint Stephen – Cap-Rouge
Indicative estimates based on ~404 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 Saint Stephen to Cap-Rouge
The straight-line distance between Saint Stephen (New Brunswick) and Cap-Rouge (Quebec) is about 357.8 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 Stephen – Cap-Rouge
Planning a trip from Saint Stephen to Cap-Rouge means budgeting around 404 km on the road and an indicative drive time of 4 h 30 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 Stephen (New Brunswick) — coordinates 45.2000° N, -67.2833° E. The destination is Cap-Rouge (Quebec), at 46.7526° N, -71.3397° E.
Practical tips for the Saint Stephen – Cap-Rouge 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 Cap-Rouge 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 404 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: Saint Stephen – Cap-Rouge
What is the straight-line distance between Saint Stephen and Cap-Rouge?
The straight-line distance between Saint Stephen and Cap-Rouge is about 357.8 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.
What is the estimated road distance from Saint Stephen to Cap-Rouge?
The estimated road distance from Saint Stephen to Cap-Rouge is about 404 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 Stephen to Cap-Rouge?
Indicative drive time from Saint Stephen to Cap-Rouge is about 4 h 30 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 Stephen to Cap-Rouge?
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 Stephen–Cap-Rouge 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 Stephen to Cap-Rouge?
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 Stephen to Cap-Rouge?
For alternative routes, use the live planner: pick between highways, secondary roads, and shorter or scenic options.
Can I open the Saint Stephen–Cap-Rouge 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 Stephen as origin and Cap-Rouge as destination.