Ottawa, Ontario, Canada to Quebec City: Road Trip Guide & Distance

235.5 miles 379 km · straight line
276.5 miles actual route 445 km · driving distance
5h 45min estimated drive time
CAD 45 - CAD 55 estimated fuel cost
~58min flight time
64° ENE bearing direction

How far is Ottawa, Ontario, Canada from Quebec City?

The distance from Ottawa, Ontario, Canada to Quebec City is 235.5 miles (379 km) as the crow flies. Quebec City is located ENE of Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. By car, the driving distance is approximately 276.5 miles, taking about 5h 45min. A direct flight would take roughly 58min. Both are located in Canada — Ottawa, Ontario, Canada in Ontario and Quebec City 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Ottawa, Ontario, Canada 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 Ottawa, Ontario, Canada to Quebec City

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 45min CAD 45 - CAD 55 Flexible stops
Fly ~58min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 54min $22–$41* Budget
Train ~5h 28min $33–$97* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Ottawa, Ontario, Canada & Quebec City

Quick Facts

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
45.42°N, 75.70°W
America/Toronto
70m 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 79 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 20 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 105.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM