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Route from La Prairie to Woodstock

Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from La Prairie to Woodstock — 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 La Prairie (Quebec) and Woodstock (New Brunswick). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.

Distance from La Prairie to Woodstock

The straight-line distance between La Prairie and Woodstock is 464.7 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 525 km, with an indicative drive time of 5 h 50 min.

Straight-line distance 464.7 km
Estimated road distance ~525 km
Indicative drive time 5 h 50 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: La Prairie – Woodstock

Route type Long

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

Indicative fuel cost $59–$80

Estimate: ~525 km, 8 L/100 km, $1.65/L. ±15%. Excludes tolls.

Driving directions from La Prairie to Woodstock

The map shows the locations of La Prairie (A) and Woodstock (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 La Prairie to Woodstock

Real distance: 724.8 km  ·  Estimated time: 9 h 42 min

🗓 Calculated on June 4, 2026
  1. Drive north on Rue du Quai. 52 m
  2. Make a right U-turn onto 15/132/Autoroute René-Lévesque. 4.8 km
  3. Take exit 42 onto 30 Est toward Sorel-Tracy. 302 m
  4. Keep left to take 30 Est toward Sorel-Tracy. 27.8 km
  5. Take exit 83 onto 20 toward Québec. 307 m
  6. Keep right to take 20 Est toward Québec. 32.0 km
  7. Keep left to stay on 20. 368.4 km
  8. Keep right to take 85. 288.1 km
  9. Take exit 188 onto 103/555 toward 165/Woodstock. 705 m
  10. Turn right onto Houlton Road/Houlton Street/rue Houlton/NB 555. Continue on Houlton Road. 1.0 km
  11. Turn left onto First Plymouth Road. 166 m
  12. Turn right onto Grant Street. 389 m

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

Estimate trip cost: La Prairie – Woodstock

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Indicative estimates based on ~525 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

La Prairie

Quebec · 45.42000, -73.50000

La Prairie sits on the south shore of the Saint Lawrence River in Quebec, directly opposite the Island of Montreal. On regional maps it reads as a suburban small city on the metropolitan fringe, handling commuter flows…

Destination

Woodstock

New Brunswick · 46.15220, -67.59830

Woodstock sits in western New Brunswick on the banks of a major river valley, serving as a local regional centre for surrounding farms, forestry areas and smaller settlements. As a Tier 2 city with a compact urban core,…

How to drive from La Prairie to Woodstock

The straight-line distance between La Prairie (Quebec) and Woodstock (New Brunswick) is about 464.7 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: La Prairie – Woodstock

Planning a trip from La Prairie to Woodstock means budgeting around 525 km on the road and an indicative drive time of 5 h 50 min by car. The route connects Quebec to New Brunswick 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 La Prairie (Quebec) — coordinates 45.4200° N, -73.5000° E. The destination is Woodstock (New Brunswick), at 46.1522° N, -67.5983° E.

Practical tips for the La Prairie – Woodstock drive

Terrain along the way

The route starts in Quebec — a province St. Lawrence valley framed by the Laurentians and the Appalachians — and reaches Woodstock in New Brunswick, forested and Acadian, with the Bay of Fundy and tidal coastlines. The route also passes near Lac-Mégantic (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 525 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: La Prairie – Woodstock

What is the straight-line distance between La Prairie and Woodstock?

The straight-line distance between La Prairie and Woodstock is about 464.7 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.

What is the estimated road distance from La Prairie to Woodstock?

The estimated road distance from La Prairie to Woodstock is about 525 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 La Prairie to Woodstock?

Indicative drive time from La Prairie to Woodstock is about 5 h 50 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 La Prairie to Woodstock?

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 La Prairie–Woodstock 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 La Prairie to Woodstock?

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 La Prairie to Woodstock?

A common alternative is going via Lac-Mégantic or Saint-Georges. Use the live planner to compare routes.

Can I open the La Prairie–Woodstock 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 La Prairie as origin and Woodstock as destination.