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Route from Moulin-Vallière to Borden-Carleton

Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Moulin-Vallière to Borden-Carleton — 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 Moulin-Vallière (Quebec) and Borden-Carleton (Prince Edward Island). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.

Distance from Moulin-Vallière to Borden-Carleton

The straight-line distance between Moulin-Vallière and Borden-Carleton is 580.5 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 656 km, with an indicative drive time of 7 h 17 min.

Straight-line distance 580.5 km
Estimated road distance ~656 km
Indicative drive time 7 h 17 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: Moulin-Vallière – Borden-Carleton

Route type Long

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

Indicative fuel cost $74–$100

Estimate: ~656 km, 8 L/100 km, $1.65/L. ±15%. Excludes tolls.

Driving directions from Moulin-Vallière to Borden-Carleton

The map shows the locations of Moulin-Vallière (A) and Borden-Carleton (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 Moulin-Vallière to Borden-Carleton

Real distance: 895.5 km  ·  Estimated time: 11 h 29 min

🗓 Calculated on June 3, 2026
  1. Drive west on Boulevard du Lac. 5.3 km
  2. Turn left onto Chemin du Tour-du-Lac. 8.0 km
  3. Take the 73 ramp. 9.7 km
  4. Keep right to take exit 148 onto 73 Sud toward Montréal/Pont Pierre-Laporte. 204 m
  5. Keep right to take 73 Sud toward Montréal/Pont Pierre-Laporte. 1.8 km
  6. Keep left to stay on 40/73/Autoroute Félix-Leclerc toward Montréal/Pont Pierre-Laporte. 4.1 km
  7. Keep left to stay on 40/73. 3.0 km
  8. Keep left to take Autoroute Henri-IV/Autoroute Henri-IV. 4.9 km
  9. Bear right onto 73. 3.4 km
  10. Keep left to take exit 131-E onto 20 Est toward Rivière-du-Loup/Lévis (Centre-Ville). 793 m
  11. Keep right to take exit 314 onto Chemin du Sault. 482 m
  12. Keep left to take Chemin du Sault. 340 m

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

Estimate trip cost: Moulin-Vallière – Borden-Carleton

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Indicative estimates based on ~656 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

Moulin-Vallière

Quebec · 46.97460, -71.20930

Moulin-Vallière sits in southern Quebec on the north side of the St. Lawrence lowlands, positioned just north of Quebec City. On regional maps it appears as a modest urban cluster at the edge of river-valley and…

Destination

Borden-Carleton

Prince Edward Island · 46.25000, -63.68000

Borden-Carleton sits on the southern shore of Prince Edward Island at the island end of the Confederation Bridge. On a provincial map it appears where interprovincial traffic from the mainland meets the island's local…

How to drive from Moulin-Vallière to Borden-Carleton

The straight-line distance between Moulin-Vallière (Quebec) and Borden-Carleton (Prince Edward Island) is about 580.5 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: Moulin-Vallière – Borden-Carleton

Planning a trip from Moulin-Vallière to Borden-Carleton means budgeting around 656 km on the road and an indicative drive time of 7 h 17 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 Moulin-Vallière (Quebec) — coordinates 46.9746° N, -71.2093° E. The destination is Borden-Carleton (Prince Edward Island), at 46.2500° N, -63.6800° E.

Practical tips for the Moulin-Vallière – Borden-Carleton drive

Terrain along the way

The route starts in Quebec — a province St. Lawrence valley framed by the Laurentians and the Appalachians — and reaches Borden-Carleton in Prince Edward Island, rolling farmland and red-soil coastlines, connected to the mainland by the Confederation Bridge. The route also passes near Bath (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 656 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: Moulin-Vallière – Borden-Carleton

What is the straight-line distance between Moulin-Vallière and Borden-Carleton?

The straight-line distance between Moulin-Vallière and Borden-Carleton is about 580.5 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.

What is the estimated road distance from Moulin-Vallière to Borden-Carleton?

The estimated road distance from Moulin-Vallière to Borden-Carleton is about 656 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 Moulin-Vallière to Borden-Carleton?

Indicative drive time from Moulin-Vallière to Borden-Carleton is about 7 h 17 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 Moulin-Vallière to Borden-Carleton?

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 Moulin-Vallière–Borden-Carleton 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 Moulin-Vallière to Borden-Carleton?

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 Moulin-Vallière to Borden-Carleton?

A common alternative is going via Bath or Centreville. Use the live planner to compare routes.

Can I open the Moulin-Vallière–Borden-Carleton 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 Moulin-Vallière as origin and Borden-Carleton as destination.