Saguenay travel guide

Saguenay Tourism | Saguenay Guide

You're Going to Love Saguenay

With a population of 143.692, Saguenay is a must-see destination in Quebec, Canada. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Saguenay to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Saguenay

Saguenay in May
Estimated hotel price
$134
1 night at 3-star hotel
Saguenay in May
Estimated hotel price
$134
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Saguenay

Plane

When flying to Saguenay, you’ll arrive at Saguenay Bagotville (YBG), which is located 12 km from the city center. The shortest flight to Saguenay from the United States departs from New York and takes around 3h 57m.

Train

The train station in Saguenay is called Saguenay Jonquière, and is located 14 km from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Saguenay is to pick up a car rental from Québec City, which is about 180 km from Saguenay. You’ll find branches of Budget and Enterprise Rent-A-Car, among others, in Québec City.

Plane

When flying to Saguenay, you’ll arrive at Saguenay Bagotville (YBG), which is located 12 km from the city center. The shortest flight to Saguenay from the United States departs from New York and takes around 3h 57m.

Train

The train station in Saguenay is called Saguenay Jonquière, and is located 14 km from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Saguenay is to pick up a car rental from Québec City, which is about 180 km from Saguenay. You’ll find branches of Budget and Enterprise Rent-A-Car, among others, in Québec City.

Airports near Saguenay

Airlines serving Saguenay

Turkish Airlines
Good (2,300 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,775 reviews)

Where to stay in Saguenay

Average rates range from around $116 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $173 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Saguenay

Most booked hotels in Saguenay

OTL Gouverneur Saguenay
5 stars
Excellent (9.2, 1915 reviews)
$173+
Motel Panoramique
2 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1638 reviews)
$96+
Le Montagnais
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1778 reviews)
$131+
La Saguenéenne - Hôtel et Centre de Congrès
3 stars
Good (7.6, 1232 reviews)
$125+
Comfort Inn Chicoutimi
2 stars
Good (7.2, 672 reviews)
$118+
Auberge Centre Ville
2 stars
Good (6.8, 468 reviews)
$69+

Renting a car in Saguenay

Renting a car in Saguenay costs $51 per day, on average.

Expect to pay $5.41 per gallon in Saguenay (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $64.96 and $86.61. Compact (Hyundai Kona or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Saguenay, while also 36% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Saguenay costs $51 per day, on average.

Expect to pay $5.41 per gallon in Saguenay (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $64.96 and $86.61. Compact (Hyundai Kona or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Saguenay, while also 36% cheaper than other types, on average.