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

Thetford Mines travel guide

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You're Going to Love Thetford Mines

With a population of 25.704, Thetford Mines is a must-see destination in Quebec, Canada. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Thetford Mines deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

When to visit Thetford Mines

Thetford Mines in May
Estimated hotel price
$103
1 night at 3-star hotel
Thetford Mines in May
Estimated hotel price
$103
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Thetford Mines in July, when the average temperature is 66.2 °F, and the highest can go up to 75.2 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 3.2 °F, with an average temperature of 10.4 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in August, when precipitation is around 5.3″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Thetford Mines, with an average rainfall of 3.4″.

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How to Get to Thetford Mines

Plane

Although Thetford Mines doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Québec City (YQB), which is located 78 km from Thetford Mines. Airlines that fly from the United States to Thetford Mines include Air Canada, United Airlines and Air Transat. The shortest flight to Thetford Mines from the United States departs from Orlando and takes around 3h 15m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Thetford Mines, followed by VIA Rail Canada. The train journey from Thetford Mines to Montreal takes 2h 38m and costs around $32 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Toronto, expect to pay about $228 for a 11h 47m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Thetford Mines is to pick up a car rental from Montreal, which is about 187 km from Thetford Mines. You’ll find branches of Turo and Globe, among others, in Montreal.

Plane

Although Thetford Mines doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Québec City (YQB), which is located 78 km from Thetford Mines. Airlines that fly from the United States to Thetford Mines include Air Canada, United Airlines and Air Transat. The shortest flight to Thetford Mines from the United States departs from Orlando and takes around 3h 15m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Thetford Mines, followed by VIA Rail Canada. The train journey from Thetford Mines to Montreal takes 2h 38m and costs around $32 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Toronto, expect to pay about $228 for a 11h 47m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Thetford Mines is to pick up a car rental from Montreal, which is about 187 km from Thetford Mines. You’ll find branches of Turo and Globe, among others, in Montreal.

Airports near Thetford Mines

YQBQuébec City

Airlines serving Thetford Mines

KLM
Good (1,428 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,637 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,012 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,106 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,817 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,092 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,686 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,439 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,508 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,544 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,095 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,149 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,092 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (375 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,490 reviews)
GOL
Good (1,131 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (675 reviews)
Air Transat
Good (484 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,041 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (554 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Thetford Mines

Most booked hotels in Thetford Mines

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Auberge La Bonne Mine
3 stars
Excellent (9.2, 37 reviews)
$106+
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Hôtel du Domaine, centre de villégiature et de congrès
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 834 reviews)
$86+
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Motel Au Vieux Frontenac
2 stars
Excellent (8.4, 375 reviews)
$85+
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Manoir du Lac William
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 65 reviews)
$485+
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Comfort Inn
2 stars
Excellent (8, 420 reviews)
$89+
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Renting a car in Thetford Mines

Expect to pay $4.20 per gallon in Thetford Mines (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $50.42 and $67.23.

Expect to pay $4.20 per gallon in Thetford Mines (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $50.42 and $67.23.