Amherst to Thetford-Mines: Road Trip Guide & Distance

264.4 miles 425.5 km · straight line
330.5 miles estimated 531.9 km · driving distance
6h 39min estimated drive time
$32 - $39 estimated fuel cost
~1h 2min flight time
13° NNE bearing direction

How far is Amherst from Thetford-Mines?

The distance from Amherst to Thetford-Mines is 264.4 miles (425.5 km) as the crow flies. Thetford-Mines is located NNE of Amherst. By car, the driving distance is approximately 330.5 miles, taking about 6h 39min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 2min. Amherst is in Massachusetts, United States, while Thetford-Mines is in Quebec, Canada.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements.

Coordinates come from public place data for Amherst and Thetford-Mines. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Amherst to Thetford-Mines

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 39min $32 - $39 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 2min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 59min $26–$50* Budget
Train ~6h 19min $40–$116* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Amherst & Thetford-Mines

Quick Facts

Amherst
42.37°N, 72.52°W
America/New_York
82m elevation
Thetford-Mines
46.09°N, 71.31°W
America/Toronto
317m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 88 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 94.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients