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Route from Montréal to Busby

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

Distance from Montréal to Busby

The straight-line distance between Montréal and Busby is 3000 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 3390 km, with an indicative drive time of 37 h 40 min.

Straight-line distance 3000 km
Estimated road distance ~3390 km
Indicative drive time 37 h 40 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: Montréal – Busby

Route type Long

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

Indicative fuel cost $380–$515

Estimate: ~3390 km, 8 L/100 km, $1.65/L. ±15%. Excludes tolls.

Driving directions from Montréal to Busby

The map shows the locations of Montréal (A) and Busby (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 Montréal to Busby

Real distance: 3,662.6 km  ·  Estimated time: 47 h 3 min

🗓 Calculated on June 3, 2026
  1. Drive northwest on Boulevard Saint-Laurent. 197 m
  2. Turn right onto Rue Sainte-Catherine Est. 60 m
  3. Turn right onto Rue Saint-Dominique. 121 m
  4. Turn left onto Rue Charlotte. 183 m
  5. Turn right onto Avenue de l'Hôtel-de-Ville. 343 m
  6. Turn right onto Avenue Viger Est. 34 m
  7. Take the 720 Ouest exit on the left toward Airport Mirabel/Airport Pierre-Elliott-Trudeau. 5.3 km
  8. Keep right to take exit 1-N onto 15 Nord toward Mirabel Airport/Laval. 6.8 km
  9. Keep left to take 40 Ouest. 173 m
  10. Keep left to take 40 Ouest toward Ottawa/Gatineau. 5.3 km
  11. Take exit 60 onto 13 Sud toward Laval. 353 m
  12. Keep right to take 13 Nord toward Laval. 15.3 km

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

Estimate trip cost: Montréal – Busby

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Indicative estimates based on ~3390 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

Montréal

Quebec · 45.50890, -73.56170

Montréal sits on and around the Island of Montréal in southern Quebec at a major bend of the Saint Lawrence River. As the province's largest metropolitan area, it is the primary regional focus for road and city mapping…

Destination

Busby

Alberta · 53.94460, -113.88800

Busby sits in central-northern Alberta, north of the Edmonton area, at latitude 53.9446 N. A very small community of about 135 residents, it functions on maps as a rural waypoint where local and regional roads meet…

How to drive from Montréal to Busby

The straight-line distance between Montréal (Quebec) and Busby (Alberta) is about 3000 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: Montréal – Busby

From Montréal to Busby the estimated road distance is roughly 3390 km (3000 km straight line). The trip connects Quebec to Alberta and is a long route (over 300 km). Plan multiple breaks and check highway traffic, weather, and fuel availability — particularly in remote sections. The live planner provides turn-by-turn instructions, indicative arrival time, and a fuel-or-electricity cost estimate.

The trip starts at Montréal (Quebec) — coordinates 45.5089° N, -73.5617° E. The destination is Busby (Alberta), at 53.9446° N, -113.8880° E.

Practical tips for the Montréal – Busby drive

Terrain along the way

The route starts in Quebec — a province St. Lawrence valley framed by the Laurentians and the Appalachians — and reaches Busby in Alberta, prairie in the south rising into the Canadian Rockies in the west. The route also passes near Kenora (Ontario).

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 3390 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: Montréal – Busby

What is the straight-line distance between Montréal and Busby?

The straight-line distance between Montréal and Busby is about 3000 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.

What is the estimated road distance from Montréal to Busby?

The estimated road distance from Montréal to Busby is about 3390 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 Montréal to Busby?

Indicative drive time from Montréal to Busby is about 37 h 40 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 Montréal to Busby?

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 Montréal–Busby 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 Montréal to Busby?

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 Montréal to Busby?

A common alternative is going via Kenora or Keewatin. Use the live planner to compare routes.

Can I open the Montréal–Busby 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 Montréal as origin and Busby as destination.