Shawinigan, Quebec — Ultimate City Guide

Why go

City in Quebec, Canada.
Served by La Tuque Airport (YLQ).

History

Shawinigan is a city located on the Saint-Maurice River in the Mauricie area in Quebec, Canada. It had a population of 49,620 as of the 2021 Canadian census.

Airports

Trois-Rivières Airport (YRQ) 22 km to the centre

Trois-Rivières, QC, CA — Indoor waiting areas, but some gates board by bus or on foot across the apron — plan for the weather on the day.

Indoor | Outdoor

La Tuque Airport (YLQ) 96 km to the centre

La Tuque, QC, CA — Indoor waiting area, but you walk out to the aircraft to board — bring an umbrella or a coat if the forecast is poor.

Indoor | Outdoor

Lac-à-la-Tortue Airport 12 km to the centre

Lac-à-la-Tortue, QC, CA

Outdoor

Getting there by ferry

Ferry terminal

Ferry terminal · 9.7 km from the centre

Outdoor

Ferry terminal

Ferry terminal · 9.9 km from the centre

Outdoor

Ferry terminal

Ferry terminal · 16 km from the centre

Outdoor

Where things are

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Photographs

When to go

Tourist season

May – September

The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.

Shoulder season

April, October

Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.

Worth avoiding

Deep winter

Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.

Getting there & around

Getting there. The nearest airport on record is La Tuque Airport (YLQ); 1 other airport serves the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below. By water: 3 ferry terminals within 20 km.

Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Shawinigan, Quebec. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.

Trains & rail

VIA Rail Canada

National rail

Coaches & shuttles

Ebus

Intercity coach

Rider Express

Intercity coach