Driving route · Canada

Route from Boischatel to Alberton

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

Distance from Boischatel to Alberton

The straight-line distance between Boischatel and Alberton is 538.5 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 609 km, with an indicative drive time of 6 h 46 min.

Straight-line distance 538.5 km
Estimated road distance ~609 km
Indicative drive time 6 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 – Alberton

Route type Long

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

Indicative fuel cost $68–$92

Estimate: ~609 km, 8 L/100 km, $1.65/L. ±15%. Excludes tolls.

Driving directions from Boischatel to Alberton

The map shows the locations of Boischatel (A) and Alberton (B). Use the form below to calculate the up-to-date road route with turn-by-turn directions, real distance, and estimated drive time.

Avoid:

Prefer another app? Open in Google Maps ↗

Driving directions from Boischatel to Alberton

Real distance: 983.1 km  ·  Estimated time: 12 h 49 min

🗓 Calculated on June 4, 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 – Alberton

Litres estimated
Fuel cost
Toll estimate
Total estimate
Range ±15%

Indicative estimates based on ~609 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

Alberton

Prince Edward Island · 46.81670, -64.06670

Alberton sits on the western side of Prince Edward Island and functions as a small regional town on the island's coastal plain. On maps it appears as a compact settlement with a modest commercial core surrounded by…

How to drive from Boischatel to Alberton

The straight-line distance between Boischatel (Quebec) and Alberton (Prince Edward Island) is about 538.5 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 – Alberton

The route connects Quebec to Prince Edward Island: from Boischatel to Alberton you cover roughly 609 km on the road (geometric distance 538.5 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.

The trip starts at Boischatel (Quebec) — coordinates 46.9000° N, -71.1500° E. The destination is Alberton (Prince Edward Island), at 46.8167° N, -64.0667° E.

Practical tips for the Boischatel – Alberton drive

Terrain along the way

The route starts in Quebec — a province St. Lawrence valley framed by the Laurentians and the Appalachians — and reaches Alberton in Prince Edward Island, rolling farmland and red-soil coastlines, connected to the mainland by the Confederation Bridge. The route also passes near Plaster Rock (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 609 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.

Explore Alberton

Full information about Alberton: interactive map, GPS coordinates, elevation, nearby cities, and routes to and from Alberton.

Alberton profile →

Explore Boischatel

Full information about Boischatel: map, GPS coordinates, and all routes from Boischatel to other Canadian cities.

Boischatel profile →

Related tools

Cities along the Boischatel – Alberton route

These cities are near the direct route between Boischatel and Alberton. They may be useful as a stopover or alternate destination.

Routes with intermediate stops: Boischatel → Plaster Rock · Boischatel → Grand Falls · Boischatel → Bath

Related routes

From Boischatel to other cities:

To Alberton from other cities:

From Alberton to intermediate cities:

All info about Boischatel →  ·  All info about Alberton →

Popular routes from Quebec

Most-searched routes from Quebec, ranked by popularity.

All cities of Quebec →

Frequently asked questions: Boischatel – Alberton

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

The straight-line distance between Boischatel and Alberton is about 538.5 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.

What is the estimated road distance from Boischatel to Alberton?

The estimated road distance from Boischatel to Alberton is about 609 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 Alberton?

Indicative drive time from Boischatel to Alberton is about 6 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 Alberton?

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–Alberton 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 Alberton?

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 Alberton?

A common alternative is going via Plaster Rock or Grand Falls. Use the live planner to compare routes.

Can I open the Boischatel–Alberton 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 Alberton as destination.