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Route from Boischatel to Beachburg

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

Distance from Boischatel to Beachburg

The straight-line distance between Boischatel and Beachburg is 457 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 516 km, with an indicative drive time of 5 h 44 min.

Straight-line distance 457 km
Estimated road distance ~516 km
Indicative drive time 5 h 44 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 – Beachburg

Route type Long

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

Indicative fuel cost $58–$78

Estimate: ~516 km, 8 L/100 km, $1.65/L. ±15%. Excludes tolls.

Driving directions from Boischatel to Beachburg

The map shows the locations of Boischatel (A) and Beachburg (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 Beachburg

Real distance: 560.1 km  ·  Estimated time: 8 h 50 min

🗓 Calculated on June 4, 2026
  1. Drive southeast on Rue Notre-Dame. 708 m
  2. Turn right onto Avenue Royale/360. 2.5 km
  3. Bear left onto Rue Morel. 162 m
  4. Turn right onto Boulevard des Chutes. 153 m
  5. Turn right to take the 40 ramp. 10.9 km
  6. Keep left toward Montréal/Pont Pierre-Laporte. 4.1 km
  7. Keep left to stay on 40/73. 3.0 km
  8. Keep right to take exit 139-O to stay on 40 toward Montréal. 124.0 km
  9. Keep right to stay on 40 toward Montréal/Shawinigan. 2.8 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

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

Estimate trip cost: Boischatel – Beachburg

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Indicative estimates based on ~516 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

Beachburg

Ontario · 45.73030, -76.85590

Beachburg sits in eastern Ontario as a compact rural community positioned in a river-valley landscape. The settlement functions primarily as a local waypoint on regional routes linking scattered towns, farmland and…

How to drive from Boischatel to Beachburg

The straight-line distance between Boischatel (Quebec) and Beachburg (Ontario) is about 457 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 – Beachburg

Planning a trip from Boischatel to Beachburg means budgeting around 516 km on the road and an indicative drive time of 5 h 44 min by car. The route connects Quebec to Ontario and falls into a long route (over 300 km). Plan multiple breaks and check highway traffic, weather, and fuel availability — particularly in remote sections.

The trip starts at Boischatel (Quebec) — coordinates 46.9000° N, -71.1500° E. The destination is Beachburg (Ontario), at 45.7303° N, -76.8559° E.

Practical tips for the Boischatel – Beachburg drive

Terrain along the way

The route starts in Quebec — a province St. Lawrence valley framed by the Laurentians and the Appalachians — and reaches Beachburg in Ontario, Great Lakes shoreline in the south, Canadian Shield forests across the north. The route also passes near Sainte-Lucie-de-Doncaster (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 516 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 – Beachburg

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

The straight-line distance between Boischatel and Beachburg is about 457 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.

What is the estimated road distance from Boischatel to Beachburg?

The estimated road distance from Boischatel to Beachburg is about 516 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 Beachburg?

Indicative drive time from Boischatel to Beachburg is about 5 h 44 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 Beachburg?

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–Beachburg 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 Beachburg?

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 Beachburg?

A common alternative is going via Sainte-Lucie-de-Doncaster or Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts. Use the live planner to compare routes.

Can I open the Boischatel–Beachburg 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 Beachburg as destination.