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 one of the most popular cities to visit 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 12 km from the city center. The shortest flight to Saguenay from the United States departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 4h 06m.

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 Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Turo, 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 Washington, D.C. and takes around 4h 06m.

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 Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Turo, among others, in Québec City.

Airports near Saguenay

YBGSaguenay Bagotville

Airlines serving Saguenay

Turkish Airlines
Good (4,130 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,564 reviews)
WestJet
Good (3,226 reviews)

Where to stay in Saguenay

Average rates range from around $112 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, 2026 reviews)
$153+
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Hotel Le Montagnais
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1753 reviews)
$117+
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La Saguenéenne - Hôtel et Centre de Congrès
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 1307 reviews)
$119+
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Hotel Chicoutimi
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 902 reviews)
$127+
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Auberge le Parasol
3 stars
Good (7.7, 1318 reviews)
$106+
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Auberge Centre Ville
2 stars
Good (6.4, 821 reviews)
$78+
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Renting a car in Saguenay

Renting a car in Saguenay costs $53 per day, on average, or $106 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 2% more expensive than at Saguenay Bagotville.

Expect to pay $4.13 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 $49.51 and $66.02. 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 Economy rental cars (Kia Rio or similar) are, on average, 31% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Saguenay costs $53 per day, on average, or $106 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 2% more expensive than at Saguenay Bagotville.

Expect to pay $4.13 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 $49.51 and $66.02. 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 Economy rental cars (Kia Rio or similar) are, on average, 31% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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