Route from Saint Stephen to Saint-Élie
Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Saint Stephen to Saint-Élie — 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 Saint-Élie (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 Saint-Élie
The straight-line distance between Saint Stephen and Saint-Élie is 462.6 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 523 km, with an indicative drive time of 5 h 48 min.
Trip cost and route type: Saint Stephen – Saint-Élie
Driving directions from Saint Stephen to Saint-Élie
The map shows the locations of Saint Stephen (A) and Saint-Élie (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
Prefer another app? Open in Google Maps ↗
Driving directions from Saint Stephen to Saint-Élie
Real distance: 821.9 km · Estimated time: 10 h 25 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 left to stay on 20/Autoroute Jean-Lesage toward Montréal. 60.3 km
- Take the exit. 43.9 km
- Take exit 210 onto 55 Nord toward Trois-Rivières. 544 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 – Saint-Élie
Indicative estimates based on ~523 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 Saint-Élie
The straight-line distance between Saint Stephen (New Brunswick) and Saint-Élie (Quebec) is about 462.6 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 – Saint-Élie
Driving directions from Saint Stephen to Saint-Élie: estimated road distance 523 km, indicative time about 5 h 48 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 Saint Stephen (New Brunswick) — coordinates 45.2000° N, -67.2833° E. The destination is Saint-Élie (Quebec), at 46.4950° N, -72.9605° E.
Practical tips for the Saint Stephen – Saint-Élie 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 Saint-Élie in Quebec, St. Lawrence valley framed by the Laurentians and the Appalachians. The route also passes near Saint-Georges (Quebec).
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 523 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 Saint-Élie
Full information about Saint-Élie: interactive map, GPS coordinates, elevation, nearby cities, and routes to and from Saint-Élie.
Saint-Élie profile →Explore Saint Stephen
Full information about Saint Stephen: map, GPS coordinates, and all routes from Saint Stephen to other Canadian cities.
Saint Stephen profile →Related tools
Driving Directions
Live planner with turn-by-turn directions from Saint Stephen to Saint-Élie.
Interactive map
Open the area between Saint Stephen and Saint-Élie on the map.
GPS coordinates
Find precise coordinates for any point along the route.
Distance calculator
Measure straight-line distances between intermediate points.
Elevation
Check elevation along the route — useful for mountain passes.
Satellite map
View the terrain between Saint Stephen and Saint-Élie in satellite imagery.
Cities along the Saint Stephen – Saint-Élie route
These cities are near the direct route between Saint Stephen and Saint-Élie. They may be useful as a stopover or alternate destination.
Routes with intermediate stops: Saint Stephen → Saint-Georges
Related routes
From Saint Stephen to other cities:
To Saint-Élie from other cities:
From Saint-Élie to intermediate cities:
All info about Saint Stephen → · All info about Saint-Élie →
Popular routes from New Brunswick
Most-searched routes from New Brunswick, ranked by popularity.
Frequently asked questions: Saint Stephen – Saint-Élie
What is the straight-line distance between Saint Stephen and Saint-Élie?
The straight-line distance between Saint Stephen and Saint-Élie is about 462.6 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.
What is the estimated road distance from Saint Stephen to Saint-Élie?
The estimated road distance from Saint Stephen to Saint-Élie is about 523 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 Saint-Élie?
Indicative drive time from Saint Stephen to Saint-Élie is about 5 h 48 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 Saint-Élie?
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–Saint-Élie 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 Saint-Élie?
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 Saint-Élie?
A common alternative is going via Saint-Georges. Use the live planner to compare routes.
Can I open the Saint Stephen–Saint-Élie 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 Saint-Élie as destination.