Les Cèdres to Laval

• Rush Hour

  Avoid the 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM and 3:30 PM to 6:00 PM windows.
• Traffic Apps

  Use Waze or Google Maps to check for accidents on the A-40.
• Construction

  Quebec highways often have roadwork; check Quebec 511 before leaving.
• Parking

  Laval has ample parking at malls and the Metro stations.
• Metro Access

  You can park at a Metro station like Montmorency to avoid city traffic.

• Highway Merging

  Be cautious when merging onto the A-40 from local roads.
• Winter Driving

  Highways are salted, but watch for slush during snowstorms.
• Distracted Driving

  Strict laws against phone use while driving in Quebec.
• Emergency Lanes

  Keep the shoulder clear for emergency vehicles.

• Is there a train?
  No direct train; you must drive or use a combination of bus and metro.
• How long does it take?
  Usually 50 minutes, but traffic can double this.
• Are there tolls?
  The A-25 bridge has a toll, but A-13 is free.
• Is it better to take the bus?
  Driving is much faster than public transit for this route.
• What is the best route?
  A-40 to A-13 is the standard path.

• From Les Cèdres, Quebec, Canada
• To Laval, Quebec, Canada
• Modes

Mid-day or late evening to avoid heavy Montreal commuter traffic.