Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Saguenay travel guide

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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. Saguenay deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

When to visit Saguenay

Saguenay in April
Estimated hotel price
$135
1 night at 3-star hotel
Saguenay in April
Estimated hotel price
$135
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 7 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Saguenay from the United States departs from New York and takes around 4h 36m.

Train

The train station in Saguenay is called Saguenay Jonquière, and is located 9 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Saguenay is to pick up a car rental from Québec City, which is about 112 miles from Saguenay. You’ll find branches of Turo and Avis, among others, in Québec City.

Plane

When flying to Saguenay, you’ll arrive at Saguenay Bagotville (YBG), which is located 7 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Saguenay from the United States departs from New York and takes around 4h 36m.

Train

The train station in Saguenay is called Saguenay Jonquière, and is located 9 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Saguenay is to pick up a car rental from Québec City, which is about 112 miles from Saguenay. You’ll find branches of Turo and Avis, among others, in Québec City.

Airports near Saguenay

YBGSaguenay Bagotville

Airlines serving Saguenay

Turkish Airlines
Good (4,032 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,416 reviews)
WestJet
Good (3,155 reviews)

Where to stay in Saguenay

Average rates range from around $107 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $153 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Saguenay

Most booked hotels in Saguenay

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OTL Gouverneur Saguenay
5 stars
Excellent (9.1, 2004 reviews)
$153+
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Hotel Le Montagnais
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1737 reviews)
$110+
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La Saguenéenne - Hôtel et Centre de Congrès
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 1292 reviews)
$124+
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Hotel Chicoutimi
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 899 reviews)
$133+
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Comfort Inn
2 stars
Good (7.3, 856 reviews)
$106+
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Auberge Centre Ville
2 stars
Good (6.4, 816 reviews)
$76+
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Renting a car in Saguenay

Renting a car in Saguenay costs $62 per day, on average, or $125 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 1% cheaper than airport locations in Saguenay.

Expect to pay $4.28 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 $51.33 and $68.44. The most frequently booked car type in Saguenay is Intermediate (Ford Escape or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice rental cars (Class Special Car or similar) are, on average, 21% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Saguenay costs $62 per day, on average, or $125 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 1% cheaper than airport locations in Saguenay.

Expect to pay $4.28 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 $51.33 and $68.44. The most frequently booked car type in Saguenay is Intermediate (Ford Escape or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice rental cars (Class Special Car or similar) are, on average, 21% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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