Coaticook to Saguenay

• Quebec City Traffic

  Try to pass through Quebec City outside of rush hour.
• Highway 73

  This highway can be steep; ensure your brakes are in good condition.
• Fuel

  Fill up in Quebec City before heading north into the mountains.
• Navigation

  Download offline maps as cell service can be limited in the mountains.
• Parking

  Saguenay has plenty of parking in the downtown areas.

• Mountain Driving

  Use lower gears when descending steep mountain roads.
• Wildlife

  Be very cautious of moose on the roads in the Saguenay region.
• Emergency

  Keep a winter emergency kit in your car year-round.
• Visibility

  Fog can be common in the fjord area; drive with caution.

• Is there a train?
  No, there is no direct passenger train service.
• How long is the drive?
  Approximately 5 hours 30 minutes.
• Is it a toll road?
  The route is toll-free.
• What is the best route?
  A-55 to A-73 is the standard path.
• Can I take a bus?
  Yes, intercity bus services are available from Quebec City.

• From Coaticook, Quebec, Canada
• To Saguenay, Quebec, Canada
• Modes

Summer for the beautiful landscapes of the Saguenay Fjord.