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Route from Labrador City to Alma

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

Distance from Labrador City to Alma

The straight-line distance between Labrador City and Alma is 591.5 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 668 km, with an indicative drive time of 7 h 26 min.

Straight-line distance 591.5 km
Estimated road distance ~668 km
Indicative drive time 7 h 26 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: Labrador City – Alma

Route type Long

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

Indicative fuel cost $75–$101

Estimate: ~668 km, 8 L/100 km, $1.65/L. ±15%. Excludes tolls.

Driving directions from Labrador City to Alma

The map shows the locations of Labrador City (A) and Alma (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 Labrador City to Alma

Real distance: 940.4 km  ·  Estimated time: 13 h 4 min

🗓 Calculated on June 4, 2026
  1. Drive west. 113 m
  2. Turn right. 41 m
  3. Turn left onto 500/Trans-Labrador Highway. 39.8 km
  4. Turn right onto Route Trans-Québec-Labrador/389. Continue on 389. 328.1 km
  5. Turn right onto Route Trans-Québec–Labrador/389. Continue on 389. 209.2 km
  6. Turn right onto 138/Boulevard Pierre-Ouellet. Continue on 138. 9.2 km
  7. Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto 138/Route 138. 59 m
  8. Exit the roundabout onto 138/Route 138. Continue on 138. 177.7 km
  9. Turn right onto Route 172/172. 117.8 km
  10. Turn right onto Rue Roussel. 430 m
  11. Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto Boulevard Sainte-Geneviève. 26.2 km
  12. Turn left onto Rue Brassard/172. 23.2 km

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

Estimate trip cost: Labrador City – Alma

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Indicative estimates based on ~668 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

Labrador City

Newfoundland and Labrador · 52.95000, -66.91670

Labrador City sits in western Labrador on the inland Labrador Plateau of Newfoundland and Labrador. The town is the largest community in a small mining and service cluster on the provincial interior, serving drivers as…

Destination

Alma

Quebec · 48.55000, -71.65000

Alma is a mid-sized city on the southern shore of Lac Saint-Jean in central Quebec. On regional maps it marks a concentration of urban development along a lakeside outlet and serves as an orientation point for drivers…

How to drive from Labrador City to Alma

The straight-line distance between Labrador City (Newfoundland and Labrador) and Alma (Quebec) is about 591.5 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: Labrador City – Alma

The route from Labrador City to Alma connects Newfoundland and Labrador to Quebec. The straight-line distance is about 591.5 km, with an estimated road distance of 668 km — 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, turn-by-turn directions, and a trip-cost estimate.

The trip starts at Labrador City (Newfoundland and Labrador) — coordinates 52.9500° N, -66.9167° E. The destination is Alma (Quebec), at 48.5500° N, -71.6500° E.

Practical tips for the Labrador City – Alma drive

Terrain along the way

The route starts in Newfoundland and Labrador — a province rugged Atlantic coast and boreal interior, with high tides and sea cliffs — and reaches Alma 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 668 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: Labrador City – Alma

What is the straight-line distance between Labrador City and Alma?

The straight-line distance between Labrador City and Alma is about 591.5 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.

What is the estimated road distance from Labrador City to Alma?

The estimated road distance from Labrador City to Alma is about 668 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 Labrador City to Alma?

Indicative drive time from Labrador City to Alma is about 7 h 26 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 Labrador City to Alma?

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 Labrador City–Alma 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 Labrador City to Alma?

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 Labrador City to Alma?

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

Can I open the Labrador City–Alma 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 Labrador City as origin and Alma as destination.