Edmundston to Shawinigan: Road Trip Guide & Distance

215.9 miles 347.4 km · straight line
269.9 miles estimated 434.3 km · driving distance
5h 26min estimated drive time
CAD 44 - CAD 54 estimated fuel cost
~56min flight time
257° WSW bearing direction

How far is Edmundston from Shawinigan?

The distance from Edmundston to Shawinigan is 215.9 miles (347.4 km) as the crow flies. Shawinigan is located WSW of Edmundston. By car, the driving distance is approximately 269.9 miles, taking about 5h 26min. A direct flight would take roughly 56min. Both are located in Canada — Edmundston in New Brunswick and Shawinigan in Quebec.

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. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Edmundston and Shawinigan. 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 Edmundston to Shawinigan

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 26min CAD 44 - CAD 54 Flexible stops
Fly ~56min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 31min $22–$40* Budget
Train ~5h 10min $32–$94* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Edmundston & Shawinigan

Quick Facts

Edmundston
47.37°N, 68.33°W
America/Moncton
200m elevation
Shawinigan
46.57°N, 72.75°W
America/Toronto
123m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 72 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 18 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 115.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients