Saint John West to Thetford-Mines: Road Trip Guide & Distance

258.8 miles 416.5 km · straight line
323.5 miles estimated 520.6 km · driving distance
6h 30min estimated drive time
CAD 52 - CAD 65 estimated fuel cost
~1h 1min flight time
285° WNW bearing direction

How far is Saint John West from Thetford-Mines?

The distance from Saint John West to Thetford-Mines is 258.8 miles (416.5 km) as the crow flies. Thetford-Mines is located WNW of Saint John West. By car, the driving distance is approximately 323.5 miles, taking about 6h 30min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 1min. Both are located in Canada — Saint John West in New Brunswick and Thetford-Mines 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. 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 Saint John West 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 Saint John West to Thetford-Mines

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 30min CAD 52 - CAD 65 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 1min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 48min $26–$49* Budget
Train ~6h 11min $39–$113* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Saint John West & Thetford-Mines

Quick Facts

Saint John West
45.26°N, 66.08°W
America/Moncton
22m 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 86 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 96.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients