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Route from Pointe-au-Père to Timmins

Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Pointe-au-Père to Timmins — 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 Timmins (Ontario). 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 Timmins

The straight-line distance between Pointe-au-Père and Timmins is 947.1 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 1070 km, with an indicative drive time of 11 h 53 min.

Straight-line distance 947.1 km
Estimated road distance ~1070 km
Indicative drive time 11 h 53 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: Pointe-au-Père – Timmins

Route type Long

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

Indicative fuel cost $120–$162

Estimate: ~1070 km, 8 L/100 km, $1.65/L. ±15%. Excludes tolls.

Driving directions from Pointe-au-Père to Timmins

The map shows the locations of Pointe-au-Père (A) and Timmins (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 Timmins

Real distance: 1,389.3 km  ·  Estimated time: 18 h 55 min

🗓 Calculated on June 4, 2026
  1. Drive west on Rue du Phare. 302 m
  2. Bear left onto Avenue du Pére-Nouvel. 3.1 km
  3. Take exit 621 on the left onto 20 Ouest toward Rivière-du-Loup/Québec. 6.9 km
  4. Keep straight to take 20/Autoroute Jean-Lesage. 72.0 km
  5. Turn left onto Route de Notre-Dame-des-Neiges. 1.2 km
  6. Turn right to take the 20 ramp. 227.2 km
  7. Keep left toward Montréal. 104.2 km
  8. Take exit 210 onto 55 Nord toward Trois-Rivières. 544 m
  9. Keep left to take 55 Nord toward Trois-Rivières. 40.9 km
  10. Keep right to take 40/Autoroute Félix-Leclerc toward Montréal/Boulevard des Forges. 55.2 km
  11. Take exit 144 onto 158 toward Berthierville/Saint-Gabriel. 429 m
  12. Turn right onto Avenue Gilles-Villeneuve/158. Continue on 158. 4.8 km

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 – Timmins

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Indicative estimates based on ~1070 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

Pointe-au-Père

Quebec · 48.51670, -68.46670

Pointe-au-Père sits on the south shore of the St. Lawrence River in eastern Quebec. As a small coastal community on the river corridor it appears on maps as a riverside waypoint for drivers following the shoreline or…

Destination

Timmins

Ontario · 48.46670, -81.33330

Timmins sits in northeastern Ontario on the northern edge of the provincial boreal belt. As the largest urban centre for a broad swath of northern Ontario, it functions as a local transportation and commercial focus on…

How to drive from Pointe-au-Père to Timmins

The straight-line distance between Pointe-au-Père (Quebec) and Timmins (Ontario) is about 947.1 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 – Timmins

The trip from Pointe-au-Père to Timmins covers about 1070 km on the road (947.1 km straight line). Plan multiple breaks and check highway traffic, weather, and fuel availability — particularly in remote sections. The route connects Quebec to Ontario and is classified as a long route (over 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 Timmins (Ontario), at 48.4667° N, -81.3333° E.

Practical tips for the Pointe-au-Père – Timmins drive

Terrain along the way

The route starts in Quebec — a province St. Lawrence valley framed by the Laurentians and the Appalachians — and reaches Timmins in Ontario, Great Lakes shoreline in the south, Canadian Shield forests across the north. The route also passes near Obedjiwan (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 1070 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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Routes with intermediate stops: Pointe-au-Père → Obedjiwan · Pointe-au-Père → La Tuque · Pointe-au-Père → Wemotaci

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Frequently asked questions: Pointe-au-Père – Timmins

What is the straight-line distance between Pointe-au-Père and Timmins?

The straight-line distance between Pointe-au-Père and Timmins is about 947.1 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 Timmins?

The estimated road distance from Pointe-au-Père to Timmins is about 1070 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 Timmins?

Indicative drive time from Pointe-au-Père to Timmins is about 11 h 53 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 Timmins?

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–Timmins 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 Timmins?

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 Timmins?

A common alternative is going via Obedjiwan or La Tuque. Use the live planner to compare routes.

Can I open the Pointe-au-Père–Timmins 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 Timmins as destination.