Route from Pointe-au-Père to Saguenay
Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Pointe-au-Père to Saguenay — 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 Saguenay (Quebec). 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 Saguenay
The straight-line distance between Pointe-au-Père and Saguenay is 192 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 230 km, with an indicative drive time of 2 h 34 min.
Trip cost and route type: Pointe-au-Père – Saguenay
Driving directions from Pointe-au-Père to Saguenay
The map shows the locations of Pointe-au-Père (A) and Saguenay (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 Saguenay
Real distance: 272.9 km · Estimated time: 5 h 1 min
- Drive east on Rue du Phare. 235 m
- Turn right onto Rue du Parc. 334 m
- Turn left onto Avenue du Sanctuaire. 161 m
- Turn right onto Boulevard Sainte-Anne/132. Continue on 132. 6.0 km
- Turn right. 303 m
- Turn left. 281 m
- Take the Traverse Rimouski-Forestville Ferry. 49.1 km
- Drive northwest on Traversier. 194 m
- Turn left onto 1e Avenue. 2.9 km
- Turn left onto 138/Route 138 Ouest. Continue on 138. 90.7 km
- Turn right onto Route 172/172. 118.3 km
- Stay straight to take the 175 ramp. 2.1 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 – Saguenay
Indicative estimates based on ~230 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 Saguenay
The straight-line distance between Pointe-au-Père (Quebec) and Saguenay (Quebec) is about 192 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 – Saguenay
The route from Pointe-au-Père to Saguenay stays within Quebec. The straight-line distance is about 192 km, with an estimated road distance of 230 km — a medium-distance route (100–300 km). Plan at least one stop and check fuel before departure. Use the live planner for an up-to-date track, turn-by-turn directions, and a trip-cost estimate.
Practical tips for the Pointe-au-Père – Saguenay drive
Terrain along the way
The route stays within Quebec, St. Lawrence valley framed by the Laurentians and the Appalachians.
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 230 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 – Saguenay
What is the straight-line distance between Pointe-au-Père and Saguenay?
The straight-line distance between Pointe-au-Père and Saguenay is about 192 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 Saguenay?
The estimated road distance from Pointe-au-Père to Saguenay is about 230 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 Saguenay?
Indicative drive time from Pointe-au-Père to Saguenay is about 2 h 34 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 Saguenay?
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–Saguenay 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 Saguenay?
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 Saguenay?
For alternative routes, use the live planner: pick between highways, secondary roads, and shorter or scenic options.
Can I open the Pointe-au-Père–Saguenay 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 Saguenay as destination.