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Route from Port Colborne to Mont-Saint-Hilaire

Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Port Colborne to Mont-Saint-Hilaire — 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 Port Colborne (Ontario) and Mont-Saint-Hilaire (Quebec). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.

Distance from Port Colborne to Mont-Saint-Hilaire

The straight-line distance between Port Colborne and Mont-Saint-Hilaire is 567 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 641 km, with an indicative drive time of 7 h 7 min.

Straight-line distance 567 km
Estimated road distance ~641 km
Indicative drive time 7 h 7 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: Port Colborne – Mont-Saint-Hilaire

Route type Long

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

Indicative fuel cost $72–$97

Estimate: ~641 km, 8 L/100 km, $1.65/L. ±15%. Excludes tolls.

Driving directions from Port Colborne to Mont-Saint-Hilaire

The map shows the locations of Port Colborne (A) and Mont-Saint-Hilaire (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 Port Colborne to Mont-Saint-Hilaire

Real distance: 705.5 km  ·  Estimated time: 11 h 28 min

🗓 Calculated on June 4, 2026
  1. Drive north on West Street. 337 m
  2. Turn right onto Clarence Street. 824 m
  3. Turn right onto Killaly Street East. 5.2 km
  4. Bear right onto Highway 3/3. Continue on 3. 20.3 km
  5. Turn left onto Thompson Road/122. 407 m
  6. Take the QEW ramp. 2.6 km
  7. Bear right onto QEW/Peace Bridge. Continue on Peace Bridge. 1.0 km
  8. Take the ramp. 381 m
  9. Keep left to take I 190 South/Niagara Thruway. 10.6 km
  10. Keep left to take exit 1-52 onto I 90 East toward Buffalo Airport/Albany. 8.9 km
  11. Keep left to stay on I 90 East/New York State Thruway/Governor Thomas E. Dewey Thruway. 186.9 km
  12. Take exit 40 onto NY 34 toward Weedsport/Auburn. 748 m

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

Estimate trip cost: Port Colborne – Mont-Saint-Hilaire

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Indicative estimates based on ~641 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

Port Colborne

Ontario · 42.88330, -79.25000

Port Colborne sits on the north shore of Lake Erie in southern Ontario, at the southern terminus of the Welland Canal. On provincial maps it reads as a lakeside community on the Niagara Peninsula and as part of a chain…

Destination

Mont-Saint-Hilaire

Quebec · 45.56220, -73.19170

Mont-Saint-Hilaire sits on the south shore of the Saint Lawrence River in Quebec, east of Montréal within the province's Montérégie area. At the foot of the well-marked rise that gives the town its name, the…

How to drive from Port Colborne to Mont-Saint-Hilaire

The straight-line distance between Port Colborne (Ontario) and Mont-Saint-Hilaire (Quebec) is about 567 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: Port Colborne – Mont-Saint-Hilaire

The journey from Port Colborne to Mont-Saint-Hilaire covers roughly 641 km on the road, equal to 567 km straight line. The trip connects Ontario to Quebec and is classified as a long route (over 300 km). Plan multiple breaks and check highway traffic, weather, and fuel availability — particularly in remote sections. Open the interactive planner for the route map, turns, and a fuel-or-EV cost calculator.

The trip starts at Port Colborne (Ontario) — coordinates 42.8833° N, -79.2500° E. The destination is Mont-Saint-Hilaire (Quebec), at 45.5622° N, -73.1917° E.

Practical tips for the Port Colborne – Mont-Saint-Hilaire drive

Terrain along the way

The route starts in Ontario — a province Great Lakes shoreline in the south, Canadian Shield forests across the north — and reaches Mont-Saint-Hilaire in Quebec, St. Lawrence valley framed by the Laurentians and the Appalachians. The route also passes near Gananoque (Ontario).

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 641 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: Port Colborne – Mont-Saint-Hilaire

What is the straight-line distance between Port Colborne and Mont-Saint-Hilaire?

The straight-line distance between Port Colborne and Mont-Saint-Hilaire is about 567 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.

What is the estimated road distance from Port Colborne to Mont-Saint-Hilaire?

The estimated road distance from Port Colborne to Mont-Saint-Hilaire is about 641 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 Port Colborne to Mont-Saint-Hilaire?

Indicative drive time from Port Colborne to Mont-Saint-Hilaire is about 7 h 7 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 Port Colborne to Mont-Saint-Hilaire?

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 Port Colborne–Mont-Saint-Hilaire 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 Port Colborne to Mont-Saint-Hilaire?

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 Port Colborne to Mont-Saint-Hilaire?

A common alternative is going via Gananoque or Kingston. Use the live planner to compare routes.

Can I open the Port Colborne–Mont-Saint-Hilaire 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 Port Colborne as origin and Mont-Saint-Hilaire as destination.