Route from Alberton to Pointe-au-Père
Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Alberton 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 Alberton (Prince Edward Island) 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 Alberton to Pointe-au-Père
The straight-line distance between Alberton and Pointe-au-Père is 379.8 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 429 km, with an indicative drive time of 4 h 46 min.
Trip cost and route type: Alberton – Pointe-au-Père
Driving directions from Alberton to Pointe-au-Père
The map shows the locations of Alberton (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 Alberton to Pointe-au-Père
Real distance: 678.4 km · Estimated time: 8 h 58 min
- Drive west. 42 m
- Turn left onto Main Street/152. 461 m
- Turn right onto Church Street/12. 1.3 km
- Bear right onto Church Street/150. Continue on 150. 4.8 km
- Turn left onto Western Road/2. 12.4 km
- Exit the roundabout onto Western Road/2. Continue on 2. 47.8 km
- Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto All Weather Highway/2. 49 m
- Exit the roundabout onto All Weather Highway/2. Continue on 2. 3.9 km
- Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto Sherbrooke Road/2. 35 m
- Exit the roundabout onto Sherbrooke Road/2. Continue on 2. 2.8 km
- Bear right. 396 m
- Bear right onto 1A/Read Drive. Continue on 1A. 19.4 km
Standard car route without avoiding highways. For advanced options (motorcycle, bicycle, transit, avoid tolls) use the live planner above.
Estimate trip cost: Alberton – Pointe-au-Père
Indicative estimates based on ~429 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 Alberton to Pointe-au-Père
The straight-line distance between Alberton (Prince Edward Island) and Pointe-au-Père (Quebec) is about 379.8 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: Alberton – Pointe-au-Père
How far is Alberton from Pointe-au-Père? The road estimate is around 429 km, with an indicative drive time of 4 h 46 min. The route connects Prince Edward Island to Quebec — a long route (over 300 km). Plan multiple breaks and check highway traffic, weather, and fuel availability — particularly in remote sections. Verify the track with the live planner for current instructions.
The trip starts at Alberton (Prince Edward Island) — coordinates 46.8167° N, -64.0667° E. The destination is Pointe-au-Père (Quebec), at 48.5167° N, -68.4667° E.
Practical tips for the Alberton – Pointe-au-Père drive
Terrain along the way
The route starts in Prince Edward Island — a province rolling farmland and red-soil coastlines, connected to the mainland by the Confederation Bridge — and reaches Pointe-au-Père in Quebec, St. Lawrence valley framed by the Laurentians and the Appalachians. The route also passes near Beresford (New Brunswick).
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 429 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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Cities along the Alberton – Pointe-au-Père route
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Routes with intermediate stops: Alberton → Beresford · Alberton → Peters River · Alberton → Petit Rocher
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Frequently asked questions: Alberton – Pointe-au-Père
What is the straight-line distance between Alberton and Pointe-au-Père?
The straight-line distance between Alberton and Pointe-au-Père is about 379.8 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.
What is the estimated road distance from Alberton to Pointe-au-Père?
The estimated road distance from Alberton to Pointe-au-Père is about 429 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 Alberton to Pointe-au-Père?
Indicative drive time from Alberton to Pointe-au-Père is about 4 h 46 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 Alberton 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 Alberton–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 Alberton 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 Alberton to Pointe-au-Père?
A common alternative is going via Beresford or Peters River. Use the live planner to compare routes.
Can I open the Alberton–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 Alberton as origin and Pointe-au-Père as destination.