Route from Arthabaska to Saint-Jean-sur-le-Lac

Distance from Arthabaska to Saint-Jean-sur-le-Lac

The straight-line distance between Arthabaska and Saint-Jean-sur-le-Lac is 287.3 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 325 km, with an indicative drive time of 3 h 36 min.

Trip cost and route type: Arthabaska – Saint-Jean-sur-le-Lac

Driving directions from Arthabaska to Saint-Jean-sur-le-Lac

The map shows the locations of Arthabaska (A) and Saint-Jean-sur-le-Lac (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 Arthabaska to Saint-Jean-sur-le-Lac

Real distance: 399.8 km  ·  Estimated time: 6 h 17 min

1. • Drive southwest on Rue de la Manufacture. 154 m
2. → Turn right onto Rue du Curé-Suzor. 342 m
3. ← Turn left onto Boulevard des Bois-Francs Sud. 332 m
4. → Turn right onto Rue Laurier Ouest. 923 m
5. → Turn right onto Avenue Pie-X/161. Continue on 161. 1.9 km
6. ← Turn left onto Route 116/116. Continue on 116. 10.5 km
7. → Turn right onto Route Saint-Albert. 9.2 km
8. → Turn right onto Rue Principale. 855 m
9. ← Turn left onto Ancienne autoroute 955. 55.7 km
10. • Keep right to take 40/Autoroute Félix-Leclerc toward Montréal/Boulevard des Forges. 55.2 km
11. • Take exit 144 onto 158 toward Berthierville/Saint-Gabriel. 429 m
12. → Turn right onto Avenue Gilles-Villeneuve/158. Continue on 158. 4.8 km
13. ↺ Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Chemin Robillard/158. 50 m
14. ↺ Exit the roundabout onto Chemin Robillard/158. Continue on 158. 17.3 km
15. ← Turn left onto 131/158/Route 158. Continue on 158/Route 158. 16.7 km
16. ↺ Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto 158/Route 158. 40 m
17. ↺ Exit the roundabout onto 158/Route 158. Continue on 158. 10.4 km
18. • Take exit 46 onto 158 Ouest toward Saint-Lin-Laurentides/Saint-Jérôme. 796 m
19. ↺ Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Rang de la Côte-Saint-Louis/158. 40 m
20. ↺ Exit the roundabout onto Rang de la Côte-Saint-Louis/158. Continue on 158. 7.4 km
21. → Turn right onto Route 335/335/337. 3.2 km
22. ← Turn left to stay on Route 335/335. 17.9 km
23. ← Turn left onto 10e Rang. 12.4 km
24. → Turn right onto Chemin des Hauteurs. 2.6 km
25. ← Turn left onto Chemin de Mont-Rolland. 4.8 km
26. → Turn right onto Boulevard des Monts. 1.8 km
27. ← Turn left onto Rue Rolland. 344 m
28. → Turn right onto Rue Saint-Joseph. 616 m
29. → Turn right onto Boulevard de Sainte-Adèle/117. 1.3 km
30. → Turn right onto Chemin Pierre-Péladeau/370. 477 m
31. ← Turn left onto Rue du Bourg-Joli. 215 m
32. → Turn right to take the 15 ramp. 45.1 km
33. ↺ Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto 117/Route 117. 32.4 km
34. ↺ Exit the roundabout onto 117/Route 117. Continue on 117. 14.1 km
35. ↺ Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto 117/Route 117. 5.7 km
36. ↺ Exit the roundabout onto 117/Route 117. Continue on 117. 63.0 km
37. ← Turn left onto Chemin de l'Église Sud. 263 m
38. ← Turn left onto Rue du Roseau. 160 m
39. Show all 38 steps ↓

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Estimate trip cost: Arthabaska – Saint-Jean-sur-le-Lac

Indicative estimates based on ~325 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 Arthabaska to Saint-Jean-sur-le-Lac

The straight-line distance between Arthabaska (Quebec) and Saint-Jean-sur-le-Lac (Quebec) is about 287.3 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: Arthabaska – Saint-Jean-sur-le-Lac

The route stays within Quebec: from Arthabaska to Saint-Jean-sur-le-Lac you cover roughly 325 km on the road (geometric distance 287.3 km). A long route (over 300 km). Plan multiple breaks and check highway traffic, weather, and fuel availability — particularly in remote sections. The live planner calculates the optimal route with step-by-step instructions and trip cost.

Practical tips for the Arthabaska – Saint-Jean-sur-le-Lac drive

Terrain along the way

The route stays within 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 325 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 Arthabaska – Saint-Jean-sur-le-Lac route

These cities are near the direct route between Arthabaska and Saint-Jean-sur-le-Lac. They may be useful as a stopover or alternate destination.

Routes with intermediate stops: Arthabaska → Rawdon · Arthabaska → Saint-Gabriel · Arthabaska → Saint-Charles-Borromée

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