Halifax to Quebec City: Road Trip Guide & Distance

397.1 miles 639.1 km · straight line
622.8 miles actual route 1002.3 km · driving distance
12h 35min estimated drive time
CAD 101 - CAD 124 estimated fuel cost
~1h 18min flight time
295° WNW bearing direction

How far is Halifax from Quebec City?

The distance from Halifax to Quebec City is 397.1 miles (639.1 km) as the crow flies. Quebec City is located WNW of Halifax. By car, the driving distance is approximately 622.8 miles, taking about 12h 35min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 18min. Both are located in Canada — Halifax in Nova Scotia and Quebec City in Quebec.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. 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 Halifax and Quebec City. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Halifax to Quebec City

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 12h 35min CAD 101 - CAD 124 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 18min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~15h 6min $50–$93* Budget
Train ~11h 57min $75–$218* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Halifax & Quebec City

Quick Facts

Halifax
44.65°N, 63.58°W
America/Halifax
0m elevation
Quebec City
46.81°N, 71.21°W
America/Toronto
74m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 132 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 33 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 62.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM