Rivière-du-Loup to Thetford-Mines: Road Trip Guide & Distance

145.8 miles 234.6 km · straight line
182.2 miles estimated 293.3 km · driving distance
3h 40min estimated drive time
CAD 30 - CAD 36 estimated fuel cost
~48min flight time
215° SW bearing direction

How far is Rivière-du-Loup from Thetford-Mines?

The distance from Rivière-du-Loup to Thetford-Mines is 145.8 miles (234.6 km) as the crow flies. Thetford-Mines is located SW of Rivière-du-Loup. By car, the driving distance is approximately 182.2 miles, taking about 3h 40min. A direct flight would take roughly 48min. 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. 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 Rivière-du-Loup and Thetford-Mines. 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 Rivière-du-Loup to Thetford-Mines

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 40min CAD 30 - CAD 36 Flexible stops
Fly ~48min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 24min $15–$27* Budget
Train ~3h 29min $22–$64* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Rivière-du-Loup & Thetford-Mines

Quick Facts

Rivière-du-Loup
47.83°N, 69.54°W
America/Toronto
56m elevation
Thetford-Mines
46.09°N, 71.31°W
America/Toronto
317m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 49 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 12 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 170.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients