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Route from Sayabec to Pigeon Hill

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

Distance from Sayabec to Pigeon Hill

The straight-line distance between Sayabec and Pigeon Hill is 247.9 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 280 km, with an indicative drive time of 3 h 7 min.

Straight-line distance 247.9 km
Estimated road distance ~280 km
Indicative drive time 3 h 7 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: Sayabec – Pigeon Hill

Route type Medium

Medium-distance route (100–300 km) — plan a stop and check fuel before departure.

Indicative fuel cost $31–$43

Estimate: ~280 km, 8 L/100 km, $1.65/L. ±15%. Excludes tolls.

Driving directions from Sayabec to Pigeon Hill

The map shows the locations of Sayabec (A) and Pigeon Hill (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 Sayabec to Pigeon Hill

Real distance: 350.2 km  ·  Estimated time: 4 h 43 min

🗓 Calculated on June 4, 2026
  1. Drive east on Boulevard Joubert Est/132. Continue on 132. 25.5 km
  2. Turn right onto Boulevard Saint-Benoît Est/132. Continue on 132. 77.3 km
  3. Turn right onto Pont Matapédia. 467 m
  4. Turn left onto Route 11/NB 11. 16.6 km
  5. Turn right onto Beauvista Drive. 1.0 km
  6. Turn right onto Chemin Val d'Amour. 659 m
  7. Turn left to take the NB 11 ramp. 23.2 km
  8. Keep left to stay on NB 11/Route 11. 85.2 km
  9. Keep left to stay on NB 11. 59.3 km
  10. Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto NB 11/Route 11/Voie de Contournement à Caraquet. 35 m
  11. Exit the roundabout onto NB 11/Route 11/Voie de Contournement à Caraquet. Continue on NB 11/Voie de Contournement à Caraquet. 12.9 km
  12. Turn right onto NB 11/Rue du Portage. Continue on NB 11. 7.3 km

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

Estimate trip cost: Sayabec – Pigeon Hill

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Indicative estimates based on ~280 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

Sayabec

Quebec · 48.56670, -67.68330

Sayabec sits in the eastern interior of the province of Quebec in a rural river-valley landscape framed by forested hills and cleared agricultural plots. On regional maps it appears as a compact village that serves…

Destination

Pigeon Hill

New Brunswick · 47.85000, -64.51560

Pigeon Hill sits in northeastern New Brunswick on the province's coastal side of the Gulf of St. Lawrence. It functions as a small rural community on coastal maps, where drivers will treat it as a reference point for…

How to drive from Sayabec to Pigeon Hill

The straight-line distance between Sayabec (Quebec) and Pigeon Hill (New Brunswick) is about 247.9 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: Sayabec – Pigeon Hill

Planning a trip from Sayabec to Pigeon Hill means budgeting around 280 km on the road and an indicative drive time of 3 h 7 min by car. The route connects Quebec to New Brunswick and falls into a medium-distance route (100–300 km). Plan at least one stop and check fuel before departure.

The trip starts at Sayabec (Quebec) — coordinates 48.5667° N, -67.6833° E. The destination is Pigeon Hill (New Brunswick), at 47.8500° N, -64.5156° E.

Practical tips for the Sayabec – Pigeon Hill drive

Terrain along the way

The route starts in Quebec — a province St. Lawrence valley framed by the Laurentians and the Appalachians — and reaches Pigeon Hill in New Brunswick, forested and Acadian, with the Bay of Fundy and tidal coastlines. The route also passes near Gesgapegiag (Quebec).

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 280 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: Sayabec – Pigeon Hill

What is the straight-line distance between Sayabec and Pigeon Hill?

The straight-line distance between Sayabec and Pigeon Hill is about 247.9 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.

What is the estimated road distance from Sayabec to Pigeon Hill?

The estimated road distance from Sayabec to Pigeon Hill is about 280 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 Sayabec to Pigeon Hill?

Indicative drive time from Sayabec to Pigeon Hill is about 3 h 7 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 Sayabec to Pigeon Hill?

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 Sayabec–Pigeon Hill 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 Sayabec to Pigeon Hill?

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 Sayabec to Pigeon Hill?

A common alternative is going via Gesgapegiag or Dalhousie. Use the live planner to compare routes.

Can I open the Sayabec–Pigeon Hill 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 Sayabec as origin and Pigeon Hill as destination.