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Route from Hébertville to Louisbourg

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

Distance from Hébertville to Louisbourg

The straight-line distance between Hébertville and Louisbourg is 925.9 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 1046 km, with an indicative drive time of 11 h 38 min.

Straight-line distance 925.9 km
Estimated road distance ~1046 km
Indicative drive time 11 h 38 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: Hébertville – Louisbourg

Route type Long

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

Indicative fuel cost $117–$159

Estimate: ~1046 km, 8 L/100 km, $1.65/L. ±15%. Excludes tolls.

Driving directions from Hébertville to Louisbourg

The map shows the locations of Hébertville (A) and Louisbourg (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 Hébertville to Louisbourg

Real distance: 1,315.9 km  ·  Estimated time: 17 h 26 min

🗓 Calculated on June 4, 2026
  1. Drive south on Rue Vézina. 146 m
  2. Turn right onto Rue Martin. 346 m
  3. Turn right onto Route d'Hébertville/169. Continue on Route d'Hébertville. 9.0 km
  4. Turn left. 29 m
  5. Bear right onto Route d'Hébertville/169/170. 575 m
  6. Bear right to stay on 170. 25.3 km
  7. Keep left to take 70/Autoroute de l'Aluminium. 31.5 km
  8. Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit toward La Baie/Saint Siméon. 8.6 km
  9. Turn right onto Boulevard de la Grande-Baie Nord/170. Continue on 170. 126.6 km
  10. Turn right onto 138/Rue Saint-Laurent. 575 m
  11. Turn left onto Rue du Festival. 553 m
  12. Take the Rivière-du-Loup - Saint-Siméon Ferry. 26.8 km

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

Estimate trip cost: Hébertville – Louisbourg

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Indicative estimates based on ~1046 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

Hébertville

Quebec · 48.39080, -71.68200

Hébertville sits in central Quebec’s Lac Saint-Jean area amid a rural landscape of fields and mixed forest. As a small municipality of under a thousand residents, it appears on regional maps as a local waypoint and…

Destination

Louisbourg

Nova Scotia · 45.91900, -59.97330

Louisbourg sits on the eastern coast of Cape Breton Island in Nova Scotia. As a small coastal community, it functions on maps as a local access point for drivers moving between inland Cape Breton and the island’s…

How to drive from Hébertville to Louisbourg

The straight-line distance between Hébertville (Quebec) and Louisbourg (Nova Scotia) is about 925.9 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: Hébertville – Louisbourg

Looking for directions from Hébertville to Louisbourg? The estimated road distance is 1046 km (925.9 km straight line), with an indicative drive time of 11 h 38 min. A long route (over 300 km) that connects Quebec to Nova Scotia. Plan multiple breaks and check highway traffic, weather, and fuel availability — particularly in remote sections. Choose the transport mode in the live planner to get the detailed track.

The trip starts at Hébertville (Quebec) — coordinates 48.3908° N, -71.6820° E. The destination is Louisbourg (Nova Scotia), at 45.9190° N, -59.9733° E.

Practical tips for the Hébertville – Louisbourg drive

Terrain along the way

The route starts in Quebec — a province St. Lawrence valley framed by the Laurentians and the Appalachians — and reaches Louisbourg in Nova Scotia, maritime, with Atlantic coves, harbours, and Cape Breton's highlands. The route also passes near South Nelson (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 1046 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: Hébertville – Louisbourg

What is the straight-line distance between Hébertville and Louisbourg?

The straight-line distance between Hébertville and Louisbourg is about 925.9 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.

What is the estimated road distance from Hébertville to Louisbourg?

The estimated road distance from Hébertville to Louisbourg is about 1046 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 Hébertville to Louisbourg?

Indicative drive time from Hébertville to Louisbourg is about 11 h 38 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 Hébertville to Louisbourg?

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 Hébertville–Louisbourg 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 Hébertville to Louisbourg?

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 Hébertville to Louisbourg?

A common alternative is going via South Nelson or Miramichi. Use the live planner to compare routes.

Can I open the Hébertville–Louisbourg 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 Hébertville as origin and Louisbourg as destination.