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Route from Boischatel to Edmundston

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

Distance from Boischatel to Edmundston

The straight-line distance between Boischatel and Edmundston is 220.1 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 249 km, with an indicative drive time of 2 h 46 min.

Straight-line distance 220.1 km
Estimated road distance ~249 km
Indicative drive time 2 h 46 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: Boischatel – Edmundston

Route type Medium

Medium-distance route (100–300 km) — plan a stop and check fuel before departure.

Indicative fuel cost $28–$38

Estimate: ~249 km, 8 L/100 km, $1.65/L. ±15%. Excludes tolls.

Driving directions from Boischatel to Edmundston

The map shows the locations of Boischatel (A) and Edmundston (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 Boischatel to Edmundston

Real distance: 333.0 km  ·  Estimated time: 5 h 7 min

🗓 Calculated on June 3, 2026
  1. Drive southeast on Rue Notre-Dame. 708 m
  2. Turn left onto Avenue Royale/360. 843 m
  3. Turn right onto Côte de l'Église. 713 m
  4. Bear right onto 138/Boulevard Sainte-Anne. 12.4 km
  5. Turn left onto Avenue Honoré-Mercier/175. 244 m
  6. Turn right onto Grande Allée Est/175. Continue on 175. 2.1 km
  7. Turn left onto Avenue Montcalm. 253 m
  8. Turn right onto Avenue George-VI. 1.0 km
  9. Turn right onto Boulevard Champlain/136. 7.6 km
  10. Take the 73 Sud/20/Pont Pierre-Laporte ramp toward Montréal/Rivière-du-Loup. 2.9 km
  11. Keep left to take exit 131-E onto 20 Est toward Rivière-du-Loup/Lévis (Centre-Ville). 793 m
  12. Keep right to take exit 314 onto Chemin du Sault. 482 m

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

Estimate trip cost: Boischatel – Edmundston

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Range ±15%

Indicative estimates based on ~249 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

Boischatel

Quebec · 46.90000, -71.15000

Boischatel sits on the northern shore of the Saint Lawrence River east of central Quebec City, within the province of Quebec. As a small municipality of about 8,231 people on the edge of the Quebec City metropolitan…

Destination

Edmundston

New Brunswick · 47.37650, -68.32530

Edmundston sits in the northwest corner of New Brunswick, occupying a river-valley position where local rivers cut through forested highlands. As the largest urban centre in its immediate area, it functions as a focal…

How to drive from Boischatel to Edmundston

The straight-line distance between Boischatel (Quebec) and Edmundston (New Brunswick) is about 220.1 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: Boischatel – Edmundston

Planning a trip from Boischatel to Edmundston means budgeting around 249 km on the road and an indicative drive time of 2 h 46 min by car. The route connects Quebec to New Brunswick and falls into a medium-distance route (100–300 km). Plan at least one stop and check fuel before departure.

The trip starts at Boischatel (Quebec) — coordinates 46.9000° N, -71.1500° E. The destination is Edmundston (New Brunswick), at 47.3765° N, -68.3253° E.

Practical tips for the Boischatel – Edmundston drive

Terrain along the way

The route starts in Quebec — a province St. Lawrence valley framed by the Laurentians and the Appalachians — and reaches Edmundston in New Brunswick, forested and Acadian, with the Bay of Fundy and tidal coastlines.

When to leave

For a medium-distance trip, leaving before 07:00 or after 10:00 helps you avoid urban congestion. Friday afternoons and Sunday returns often slow the major highways.

Alternatives

For this route of about 249 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: Boischatel – Edmundston

What is the straight-line distance between Boischatel and Edmundston?

The straight-line distance between Boischatel and Edmundston is about 220.1 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.

What is the estimated road distance from Boischatel to Edmundston?

The estimated road distance from Boischatel to Edmundston is about 249 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 Boischatel to Edmundston?

Indicative drive time from Boischatel to Edmundston is about 2 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 Boischatel to Edmundston?

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 Boischatel–Edmundston 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 Boischatel to Edmundston?

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 Boischatel to Edmundston?

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

Can I open the Boischatel–Edmundston 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 Boischatel as origin and Edmundston as destination.