Montreal to Quebec City: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Montreal from Quebec City?

The distance from Montreal to Quebec City is 144.8 miles (233 km) as the crow flies. Quebec City is located NE of Montreal. By car, the driving distance is approximately 158.1 miles, taking about 3h 26min. A direct flight would take roughly 47min. Both are located in 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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Montreal 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.