Route from Pointe-au-Père to Dalhousie
Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Pointe-au-Père to Dalhousie — 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 Pointe-au-Père (Quebec) and Dalhousie (New Brunswick). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.
Distance from Pointe-au-Père to Dalhousie
The straight-line distance between Pointe-au-Père and Dalhousie is 163.1 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 196 km, with an indicative drive time of 2 h 10 min.
Trip cost and route type: Pointe-au-Père – Dalhousie
Driving directions from Pointe-au-Père to Dalhousie
The map shows the locations of Pointe-au-Père (A) and Dalhousie (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 Pointe-au-Père to Dalhousie
Real distance: 218.8 km · Estimated time: 3 h 12 min
- Drive east on Rue du Phare. 2.5 km
- Turn left onto Boulevard Sainte-Anne/132. Continue on 132. 18.8 km
- Turn right onto Route Flavie-Drapeau/132. 2.6 km
- Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Boulevard Benoît-Gaboury/132. 33 m
- Exit the roundabout onto Boulevard Benoît-Gaboury/132. Continue on 132. 70.3 km
- Turn right onto Boulevard Saint-Benoît Est/132. Continue on 132. 77.3 km
- Turn right onto Pont Matapédia. 467 m
- Turn left onto Route 11/NB 11. 16.6 km
- Turn right onto Beauvista Drive. 1.0 km
- Turn right onto Chemin Val d'Amour. 659 m
- Turn left to take the NB 11 ramp. 17.6 km
- Take exit 397 toward 134/Dalhousie Junction/Dalhousie. 476 m
Standard car route without avoiding highways. For advanced options (motorcycle, bicycle, transit, avoid tolls) use the live planner above.
Estimate trip cost: Pointe-au-Père – Dalhousie
Indicative estimates based on ~196 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 Pointe-au-Père to Dalhousie
The straight-line distance between Pointe-au-Père (Quebec) and Dalhousie (New Brunswick) is about 163.1 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: Pointe-au-Père – Dalhousie
The trip from Pointe-au-Père to Dalhousie covers about 196 km on the road (163.1 km straight line). Plan at least one stop and check fuel before departure. The route connects Quebec to New Brunswick and is classified as a medium-distance route (100–300 km). Click "Update route" for the latest track, turns, and fuel-cost estimate.
The trip starts at Pointe-au-Père (Quebec) — coordinates 48.5167° N, -68.4667° E. The destination is Dalhousie (New Brunswick), at 48.0660° N, -66.3690° E.
Practical tips for the Pointe-au-Père – Dalhousie drive
Terrain along the way
The route starts in Quebec — a province St. Lawrence valley framed by the Laurentians and the Appalachians — and reaches Dalhousie in New Brunswick, forested and Acadian, with the Bay of Fundy and tidal coastlines.
When to leave
For a medium-distance trip, leaving before 07:00 or after 10:00 helps you avoid urban congestion. Friday afternoons and Sunday returns often slow the major highways.
Alternatives
For this route of about 196 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: Pointe-au-Père – Dalhousie
What is the straight-line distance between Pointe-au-Père and Dalhousie?
The straight-line distance between Pointe-au-Père and Dalhousie is about 163.1 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.
What is the estimated road distance from Pointe-au-Père to Dalhousie?
The estimated road distance from Pointe-au-Père to Dalhousie is about 196 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 Pointe-au-Père to Dalhousie?
Indicative drive time from Pointe-au-Père to Dalhousie is about 2 h 10 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 Pointe-au-Père to Dalhousie?
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 Pointe-au-Père–Dalhousie 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 Pointe-au-Père to Dalhousie?
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 Pointe-au-Père to Dalhousie?
For alternative routes, use the live planner: pick between highways, secondary roads, and shorter or scenic options.
Can I open the Pointe-au-Père–Dalhousie 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 Pointe-au-Père as origin and Dalhousie as destination.