Quebec City
Quebec City
Driving

Welshpool to Quebec City

Updated: 27 May 2026

The journey from Welshpool to Quebec City covers about 700 km. You must cross into Maine, drive to St. Stephen, and then take Route 1, Route 2, and Route 20 into Quebec. The trip takes approximately 8 to 9 hours. This route takes you from the coast to the historic heart of Quebec.

Total Distance: 700 km driving, 450 km air distance.
Fastest Way
Driving your own vehicle.
Cheapest Way
Driving your own vehicle.
Compare Welshpool to Quebec City Routes
Driving
Direct
Duration
9 hours
Avg Price
$120 - $180 CAD in fuel
Operator
Personal Vehicle
Route
Route 774, US-1, Route 1, Route 2, Route 20

Ensure you have your passport for the US border crossing.

Travel Tips
  • Passport
    Required for the US transit.
  • Border
    Check wait times at the St. Stephen crossing.
  • Parking
    Quebec City has many parking garages downtown.
  • Dining
    Enjoy the diverse culinary scene in Quebec City.
  • Connectivity
    Good cell coverage throughout the route.
Safety Tips
  • Border
    Be prepared for customs questions.
  • Roads
    Route 20 can be busy; drive defensively.
  • Weather
    Check weather reports before departing.
  • Emergency
    Keep a roadside kit in your vehicle.
People Also Ask
  • Do I need a passport?
    Yes, for the US transit.
  • How long is the drive?
    Approximately 9 hours.
  • Is there a bus?
    No direct bus from Welshpool.
  • What is the best route?
    Via St. Stephen and Route 20.
  • Is Quebec City walkable?
    Yes, the downtown is very pedestrian-friendly.
Quick Info
  • From Welshpool, New Brunswick, Canada
  • To Quebec City, Quebec, Canada
  • Modes
Best Time to Travel

Summer for the festivals and historic charm of Quebec City.

Things to Do in Quebec City
1
Old Quebec
Explore the historic walled city.
2
Château Frontenac
Visit the iconic hotel and views.
3
Place Royale
Walk through the historic square.
4
Montmorency Falls
See the stunning waterfall nearby.
Tags
Welshpool to Quebec City Campobello Island to Quebec City driving to Quebec City Quebec travel border crossing to Quebec City traveling from Campobello best way to Quebec City Quebec City travel
More from Welshpool
Guelph
Welshpool → Guelph
Barrie
Welshpool → Barrie
Bathurst
Welshpool → Bathurst
Calgary
Welshpool → Calgary
Campbellton
Welshpool → Campbellton
Charlottetown
Welshpool → Charlottetown
Corner Brook
Welshpool → Corner Brook
Digby
Welshpool → Digby
Edmonton
Welshpool → Edmonton
Edmundston
Welshpool → Edmundston
More to Quebec City
Saanichton
Saanichton → Quebec City
Florenceville-Bristol
Florenceville-Bristol → Quebec City
Thorold
Thorold → Quebec City
Waterton Park
Waterton Park → Quebec City
St. Andrews
St. Andrews → Quebec City