Long Distance Moving
Montreal Saguenay
PMG Moving handles your long-distance move from Montreal to Saguenay with professional, secure, and hassle-free service.
Montreal to Saguenay Route
The Montreal-Saguenay route takes Highway 40 East then Route 175 North through the Laurentides Wildlife Reserve. This 460 km drive crosses spectacular landscapes but can be demanding in winter. PMG plans every move considering Route 175 conditions.
Highlights: Saguenay Fjord, Zoo sauvage de Saint-Félicien, La Baie, Chicoutimi, Jonquière, Monts-Valin National Park
To learn more about planning a long-distance move in Quebec, check out our complete long-distance moving guide.
Montreal Saguenay
460 km
Distance
4 h 30
Travel Time
$2,500 - $5,500
Price Range
4.9
Google Rating
What PMG Provides for Your Move
Full Packing
Full or partial packing with high-quality materials. Maximum protection for long-distance transport over 460 km.
Transport Insurance
Liability insurance included. Additional coverage options available for valuables and artwork.
Dedicated Truck
Your move gets its own truck. Your belongings are never mixed with other clients' items.
Storage
Secure warehouse for temporary storage if your dates don't align. Flexible and affordable solution.
Why Choose PMG for Your Move to Saguenay?
CNESST & Insurance
All our movers are covered by the CNESST. PMG holds comprehensive liability insurance covering all long-distance moves, including the Montreal-Saguenay route.
Transparent Pricing
Detailed fixed quote for your long-distance move. No hidden fees. You know exactly what you pay before moving day.
Equipped Trucks
Our trucks feature professional securing systems, protective blankets, and hydraulic ramps for safe transport over 460 km.
Personalized Service
Every long-distance move is unique. PMG assigns a dedicated coordinator to your project to ensure smooth communication from start to finish.
Moving to Saguenay: What You Need to Know
Saguenay (Ville de Saguenay) was formed by the merger of Jonquière, Chicoutimi, and La Baie, and is the economic capital of the Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean region. The city is home to Alcan/Rio Tinto's aluminum smelters, Université du Québec à Chicoutimi, and a strong Francophone culture with roots in the Charlevoix migration. Chicoutimi's downtown along rue Racine offers an increasingly vibrant restaurant scene, while Jonquière and Laterrière provide quieter family-oriented neighbourhoods.
Montreal to Saguenay covers approximately 470 km via Autoroute 40 East to Autoroute 73 North toward Chicoutimi, with the final stretch via Route 175 through the Laurentian park. PMG completes this route as a same-day move, with loading in Montreal and delivery in Saguenay the same evening. Route 175 (the 'Parc des Laurentides' highway) requires careful driving in winter — PMG only operates this route in winter with experienced northern Quebec drivers.
Saguenay specifics: The city has a distinct micro-climate — colder than Montreal in winter, but warm summers. If moving to the Chicoutimi sector, be aware that the downtown hillside streets (côtes) require careful truck navigation. For Jonquière, residential streets are flat and truck-accessible. The Saguenay region also has excellent municipal recycling programs, and bulky item pickup can be scheduled with Ville de Saguenay.
Frequently Asked Questions — Moving Montreal to Saguenay
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