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Route from Timmins to Pointe-au-Père

Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Timmins to Pointe-au-Père — 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 Timmins (Ontario) and Pointe-au-Père (Quebec). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.

Distance from Timmins to Pointe-au-Père

The straight-line distance between Timmins and Pointe-au-Père is 947.1 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 1070 km, with an indicative drive time of 11 h 53 min.

Straight-line distance 947.1 km
Estimated road distance ~1070 km
Indicative drive time 11 h 53 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: Timmins – Pointe-au-Père

Route type Long

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

Indicative fuel cost $120–$162

Estimate: ~1070 km, 8 L/100 km, $1.65/L. ±15%. Excludes tolls.

Driving directions from Timmins to Pointe-au-Père

The map shows the locations of Timmins (A) and Pointe-au-Père (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 Timmins to Pointe-au-Père

Real distance: 1,391.4 km  ·  Estimated time: 18 h 58 min

🗓 Calculated on June 4, 2026
  1. Drive east on Moneta Avenue. 279 m
  2. Turn right onto Cedar Street South. 45 m
  3. Turn left onto Moneta Avenue. 1.2 km
  4. Bear left onto Vipond Road. 1.7 km
  5. Turn right onto Father Costello Drive. 81 m
  6. Turn left onto McIntyre Road. 64 m
  7. Turn right onto Schumacher Drive/101. Continue on 101. 66.0 km
  8. Turn left onto Fourth Avenue/101. 96.2 km
  9. Turn right onto Route 393/393. Continue on 393. 15.7 km
  10. Turn right onto Route 101/101. Continue on 101. 18.7 km
  11. Turn left onto Route D'Aiguebelle. 46.8 km
  12. Turn left onto 117/Route 117. Continue on 117. 43.1 km

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

Estimate trip cost: Timmins – Pointe-au-Père

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Indicative estimates based on ~1070 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

Timmins

Ontario · 48.46670, -81.33330

Timmins sits in northeastern Ontario on the northern edge of the provincial boreal belt. As the largest urban centre for a broad swath of northern Ontario, it functions as a local transportation and commercial focus on…

Destination

Pointe-au-Père

Quebec · 48.51670, -68.46670

Pointe-au-Père sits on the south shore of the St. Lawrence River in eastern Quebec. As a small coastal community on the river corridor it appears on maps as a riverside waypoint for drivers following the shoreline or…

How to drive from Timmins to Pointe-au-Père

The straight-line distance between Timmins (Ontario) and Pointe-au-Père (Quebec) is about 947.1 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: Timmins – Pointe-au-Père

The trip from Timmins to Pointe-au-Père covers about 1070 km on the road (947.1 km straight line). Plan multiple breaks and check highway traffic, weather, and fuel availability — particularly in remote sections. The route connects Ontario to Quebec and is classified as a long route (over 300 km). Click "Update route" for the latest track, turns, and fuel-cost estimate.

The trip starts at Timmins (Ontario) — coordinates 48.4667° N, -81.3333° E. The destination is Pointe-au-Père (Quebec), at 48.5167° N, -68.4667° E.

Practical tips for the Timmins – Pointe-au-Père 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 Pointe-au-Père in Quebec, St. Lawrence valley framed by the Laurentians and the Appalachians. The route also passes near Obedjiwan (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 1070 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: Timmins – Pointe-au-Père

What is the straight-line distance between Timmins and Pointe-au-Père?

The straight-line distance between Timmins and Pointe-au-Père is about 947.1 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.

What is the estimated road distance from Timmins to Pointe-au-Père?

The estimated road distance from Timmins to Pointe-au-Père is about 1070 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 Timmins to Pointe-au-Père?

Indicative drive time from Timmins to Pointe-au-Père is about 11 h 53 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 Timmins to Pointe-au-Père?

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 Timmins–Pointe-au-Père 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 Timmins to Pointe-au-Père?

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 Timmins to Pointe-au-Père?

A common alternative is going via Obedjiwan or La Tuque. Use the live planner to compare routes.

Can I open the Timmins–Pointe-au-Père 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 Timmins as origin and Pointe-au-Père as destination.