Montréal to Québec City by EV

One of the easiest EV road trips in Canada. Most EVs make it without stopping — but a charge in Trois-Rivières or Drummondville can make the day easier.

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At a glance

Distance	About 250 km
Drive time without charging	About 2.5 to 3 hours
Main highways	Autoroute 40 (north shore) or Autoroute 20 (south shore)
Charging stops for most EVs	Usually none

Where to charge between Montréal and Québec City

On the north shore, Trois-Rivières is the natural midpoint on Autoroute 40. On the south shore, Drummondville sits along Autoroute 20. Both have fast-charging options.

Tips for this route

If you plan to explore Québec City or continue to Charlevoix, top up on the way or charge where you stay.

Cold weather and highway speeds reduce range. In winter, plan for an extra stop or a longer charge, and recalculate your plan before you leave.

How GYST plans this trip

Pick your exact vehicle and GYST tells you whether you need to charge at all, and adds useful stops along the way if you want them.

GYST doesn’t replace your maps app. When it’s time to drive, send each leg to Apple Maps, Google Maps, Waze or your Tesla.

Questions about this route

Do I need to charge between Montréal and Québec City?

Most modern EVs can drive the roughly 250 km without charging, especially starting with a full battery in mild weather.

Autoroute 40 or Autoroute 20 — which is better by EV?

Both work well. Autoroute 40 passes Trois-Rivières on the north shore; Autoroute 20 passes Drummondville on the south shore. Choose the one that fits your stops.

Distances and times are approximate and change with traffic, weather, speed and your vehicle. Always check your plan and charger status before you leave.