Route from Grand-Mère to Grand Falls
Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Grand-Mère to Grand Falls — 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 Grand-Mère (Quebec) and Grand Falls (New Brunswick). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.
Distance from Grand-Mère to Grand Falls
The straight-line distance between Grand-Mère and Grand Falls is 380 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 429 km, with an indicative drive time of 4 h 46 min.
Trip cost and route type: Grand-Mère – Grand Falls
Driving directions from Grand-Mère to Grand Falls
The map shows the locations of Grand-Mère (A) and Grand Falls (B). Use the form below to calculate the up-to-date road route with turn-by-turn directions, real distance, and estimated drive time.
Turn-by-turn directions
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Driving directions from Grand-Mère to Grand Falls
Real distance: 503.0 km · Estimated time: 6 h 57 min
- Drive northeast on 8e Avenue. 27 m
- Turn right onto 8e Rue. 287 m
- Turn left onto 5e Avenue. 1.2 km
- Turn left onto Avenue Chahoon. 232 m
- Bear right onto Avenue Chahoon/153. Continue on 153. 1.2 km
- Bear right onto Chemin des Dubois. 2.6 km
- Turn right onto Route de Lac-à-la-Tortue/359. Continue on 359. 26.3 km
- Turn left to take the 40 ramp. 93.3 km
- Take exit 305-S onto 540 Sud/20/Autoroute Duplessis Sud toward Pont Pierre-Laporte. 4.3 km
- Keep right to take exit 9 onto 73 Sud/20 toward Pont Pierre-Laporte/Montréal. 4.0 km
- Keep left to take exit 131-E onto 20 Est toward Rivière-du-Loup/Lévis (Centre-Ville). 793 m
- 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: Grand-Mère – Grand Falls
Indicative estimates based on ~429 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 Grand-Mère to Grand Falls
The straight-line distance between Grand-Mère (Quebec) and Grand Falls (New Brunswick) is about 380 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: Grand-Mère – Grand Falls
The route from Grand-Mère to Grand Falls connects Quebec to New Brunswick. The straight-line distance is about 380 km, with an estimated road distance of 429 km — a long route (over 300 km). Plan multiple breaks and check highway traffic, weather, and fuel availability — particularly in remote sections. Use the live planner for an up-to-date track, turn-by-turn directions, and a trip-cost estimate.
The trip starts at Grand-Mère (Quebec) — coordinates 46.6140° N, -72.6970° E. The destination is Grand Falls (New Brunswick), at 47.0344° N, -67.7394° E.
Practical tips for the Grand-Mère – Grand Falls drive
Terrain along the way
The route starts in Quebec — a province St. Lawrence valley framed by the Laurentians and the Appalachians — and reaches Grand Falls in New Brunswick, forested and Acadian, with the Bay of Fundy and tidal coastlines. The route also passes near Armagh (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 429 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 Grand-Mère – Grand Falls route
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Routes with intermediate stops: Grand-Mère → Armagh · Grand-Mère → Lamartine · Grand-Mère → Montmagny
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Frequently asked questions: Grand-Mère – Grand Falls
What is the straight-line distance between Grand-Mère and Grand Falls?
The straight-line distance between Grand-Mère and Grand Falls is about 380 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.
What is the estimated road distance from Grand-Mère to Grand Falls?
The estimated road distance from Grand-Mère to Grand Falls is about 429 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 Grand-Mère to Grand Falls?
Indicative drive time from Grand-Mère to Grand Falls is about 4 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 Grand-Mère to Grand Falls?
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 Grand-Mère–Grand Falls 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 Grand-Mère to Grand Falls?
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 Grand-Mère to Grand Falls?
A common alternative is going via Armagh or Lamartine. Use the live planner to compare routes.
Can I open the Grand-Mère–Grand Falls 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 Grand-Mère as origin and Grand Falls as destination.