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Route from Wilsons Beach to Notre-Dame-des-Prairies

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

Distance from Wilsons Beach to Notre-Dame-des-Prairies

The straight-line distance between Wilsons Beach and Notre-Dame-des-Prairies is 521.4 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 589 km, with an indicative drive time of 6 h 33 min.

Straight-line distance 521.4 km
Estimated road distance ~589 km
Indicative drive time 6 h 33 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: Wilsons Beach – Notre-Dame-des-Prairies

Route type Long

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

Indicative fuel cost $66–$89

Estimate: ~589 km, 8 L/100 km, $1.65/L. ±15%. Excludes tolls.

Driving directions from Wilsons Beach to Notre-Dame-des-Prairies

The map shows the locations of Wilsons Beach (A) and Notre-Dame-des-Prairies (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 Wilsons Beach to Notre-Dame-des-Prairies

Real distance: 784.0 km  ·  Estimated time: 12 h 22 min

🗓 Calculated on June 4, 2026
  1. Drive northwest. 82 m
  2. Turn left onto Cemetery Road. 228 m
  3. Turn left onto Route 774/NB 774. Continue on NB 774. 8.1 km
  4. Turn left to stay on NB 774. 5.1 km
  5. Turn left onto Main Street/ME 189. 17.2 km
  6. Turn left onto Route 1/US 1. Continue on US 1. 26.5 km
  7. Bear right onto Court Street/US 1A. 869 m
  8. Turn right onto Broadway. 32.2 km
  9. Turn left onto ME 9/Airline Road. Continue on ME 9. 108.9 km
  10. Make a left U-turn at Odlin Road onto I 395 East. 35 m
  11. Take exit 1A onto I 95 South toward Newport. 40.7 km
  12. Take exit 157 onto ME 11/ME 100 toward US 2/Newport/Skowhegan. 436 m

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

Estimate trip cost: Wilsons Beach – Notre-Dame-des-Prairies

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Indicative estimates based on ~589 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

Wilsons Beach

New Brunswick · 44.93310, -66.93400

Wilsons Beach lies on a coastal section of New Brunswick’s shoreline at latitude 44.9331, longitude -66.934 and appears on maps as a small coastal settlement rather than part of a metropolitan area. For drivers it…

Destination

Notre-Dame-des-Prairies

Quebec · 46.05000, -73.43330

Notre-Dame-des-Prairies sits in southern Quebec on the north side of the Saint Lawrence lowlands, forming a compact small-city footprint within a cluster of towns northeast of Montreal. On regional maps it appears as a…

How to drive from Wilsons Beach to Notre-Dame-des-Prairies

The straight-line distance between Wilsons Beach (New Brunswick) and Notre-Dame-des-Prairies (Quebec) is about 521.4 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: Wilsons Beach – Notre-Dame-des-Prairies

Looking for directions from Wilsons Beach to Notre-Dame-des-Prairies? The estimated road distance is 589 km (521.4 km straight line), with an indicative drive time of 6 h 33 min. A long route (over 300 km) that connects New Brunswick to Quebec. Plan multiple breaks and check highway traffic, weather, and fuel availability — particularly in remote sections. Choose the transport mode in the live planner to get the detailed track.

The trip starts at Wilsons Beach (New Brunswick) — coordinates 44.9331° N, -66.9340° E. The destination is Notre-Dame-des-Prairies (Quebec), at 46.0500° N, -73.4333° E.

Practical tips for the Wilsons Beach – Notre-Dame-des-Prairies 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 Notre-Dame-des-Prairies in Quebec, St. Lawrence valley framed by the Laurentians and the Appalachians. The route also passes near Lac-Mégantic (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 589 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: Wilsons Beach – Notre-Dame-des-Prairies

What is the straight-line distance between Wilsons Beach and Notre-Dame-des-Prairies?

The straight-line distance between Wilsons Beach and Notre-Dame-des-Prairies is about 521.4 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.

What is the estimated road distance from Wilsons Beach to Notre-Dame-des-Prairies?

The estimated road distance from Wilsons Beach to Notre-Dame-des-Prairies is about 589 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 Wilsons Beach to Notre-Dame-des-Prairies?

Indicative drive time from Wilsons Beach to Notre-Dame-des-Prairies is about 6 h 33 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 Wilsons Beach to Notre-Dame-des-Prairies?

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 Wilsons Beach–Notre-Dame-des-Prairies 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 Wilsons Beach to Notre-Dame-des-Prairies?

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 Wilsons Beach to Notre-Dame-des-Prairies?

A common alternative is going via Lac-Mégantic or Saint-Georges. Use the live planner to compare routes.

Can I open the Wilsons Beach–Notre-Dame-des-Prairies 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 Wilsons Beach as origin and Notre-Dame-des-Prairies as destination.