Rivière-du-Loup to Saguenay: Road Trip Guide & Distance

81.2 miles 130.7 km · straight line
256.1 miles actual route 412.1 km · driving distance
5h 20min estimated drive time
CAD 42 - CAD 51 estimated fuel cost
~40min flight time · usually no direct flights
301° WNW bearing direction

How far is Rivière-du-Loup from Saguenay?

The distance from Rivière-du-Loup to Saguenay is 81.2 miles (130.7 km) as the crow flies. Saguenay is located WNW of Rivière-du-Loup. By car, the driving distance is approximately 256.1 miles, taking about 5h 20min. A direct flight would take roughly 40min. 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. 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 Rivière-du-Loup and Saguenay. 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 Rivière-du-Loup to Saguenay

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 20min CAD 42 - CAD 51 Flexible stops
Bus ~6h 24min $20–$38* Budget
Train ~5h 4min $31–$90* Comfort

Quick Facts

Rivière-du-Loup
47.83°N, 69.54°W
America/Toronto
56m elevation
Saguenay
48.42°N, 71.07°W
America/Toronto
84m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 27 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 7 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 306.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM