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Route from Château-d’Eau to Alberton

Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Château-d’Eau 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 Château-d’Eau (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 Château-d’Eau to Alberton

The straight-line distance between Château-d’Eau and Alberton is 555.1 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 627 km, with an indicative drive time of 6 h 58 min.

Straight-line distance 555.1 km
Estimated road distance ~627 km
Indicative drive time 6 h 58 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: Château-d’Eau – 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 $70–$95

Estimate: ~627 km, 8 L/100 km, $1.65/L. ±15%. Excludes tolls.

Driving directions from Château-d’Eau to Alberton

The map shows the locations of Château-d’Eau (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.

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Driving directions from Château-d’Eau to Alberton

Real distance: 976.4 km  ·  Estimated time: 12 h 35 min

🗓 Calculated on June 4, 2026
  1. Drive southeast on Rue De l'Érable. 65 m
  2. Turn left onto Rue du Loup. 89 m
  3. Turn right onto Rue Chef-Stanislas-Koska. 663 m
  4. Turn left onto Rue du Chevreuil. 104 m
  5. Turn right onto Rue Chef-Max-Gros-Louis. 160 m
  6. Turn right onto Rue de la Faune. 779 m
  7. Turn left onto Boulevard Valcartier. 791 m
  8. Turn right onto Rue Racine/369. 735 m
  9. Turn right onto Rue Verret. 633 m
  10. Turn right onto Boulevard Saint-Claude/369. Continue on 369. 2.0 km
  11. Turn right onto Boulevard Pie-XI Sud/369. 185 m
  12. Turn right to take the Autoroute Henri-IV ramp. 7.6 km

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

Estimate trip cost: Château-d’Eau – Alberton

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Indicative estimates based on ~627 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

Château-d’Eau

Quebec · 46.86670, -71.36670

Château-d’Eau is a small inland community in southern Quebec situated in the lowland belt east of central Quebec City. On road maps it appears as a local focal point for drivers moving between nearby rural townships,…

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 Château-d’Eau to Alberton

The straight-line distance between Château-d’Eau (Quebec) and Alberton (Prince Edward Island) is about 555.1 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: Château-d’Eau – Alberton

Planning a trip from Château-d’Eau to Alberton means budgeting around 627 km on the road and an indicative drive time of 6 h 58 min by car. The route connects Quebec to Prince Edward Island 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 Château-d’Eau (Quebec) — coordinates 46.8667° N, -71.3667° E. The destination is Alberton (Prince Edward Island), at 46.8167° N, -64.0667° E.

Practical tips for the Château-d’Eau – 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 Grand Falls (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 627 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 Château-d’Eau – Alberton route

These cities are near the direct route between Château-d’Eau and Alberton. They may be useful as a stopover or alternate destination.

Routes with intermediate stops: Château-d’Eau → Grand Falls · Château-d’Eau → Plaster Rock · Château-d’Eau → Bath

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Frequently asked questions: Château-d’Eau – Alberton

What is the straight-line distance between Château-d’Eau and Alberton?

The straight-line distance between Château-d’Eau and Alberton is about 555.1 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.

What is the estimated road distance from Château-d’Eau to Alberton?

The estimated road distance from Château-d’Eau to Alberton is about 627 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 Château-d’Eau to Alberton?

Indicative drive time from Château-d’Eau to Alberton is about 6 h 58 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 Château-d’Eau 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 Château-d’Eau–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 Château-d’Eau 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 Château-d’Eau to Alberton?

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

Can I open the Château-d’Eau–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 Château-d’Eau as origin and Alberton as destination.