Getting There and Away

Beautiful coastal view of Percé Rock and the village in Quebec, Canada during the daytime.
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The primary transport hub for reaching Percé is Michel-Pouliot Gaspé Airport (YGP), located approximately 34 kilometers (21 miles) away. Percé also has a central bus stop for intercity travel.

By Car:

Driving is a popular method to reach Percé, especially via the scenic Route 132. The drive from Quebec City is nearly 800 kilometers (about 500 miles) and takes approximately 8 hours. From Montreal, it is just over 1000 kilometers (about 600 miles). Car rentals are available from agencies such as Hertz and Avis, with daily rates starting from CA $54. Driving from Gaspé to Percé (62 km) typically takes about 1 hour and 1 minute, with estimated fuel costs between $13 and $18.

By Bus:

Orléans Express provides daily bus service to Percé. A direct bus from Gaspé to Percé takes about 55 minutes and costs between $28 and $40. Travel from Quebec City to Percé by bus, including a transfer, can take around 13 hours and 16 minutes, costing $130 to $200. From Montreal, the fastest bus journey is approximately 15 hours and 16 minutes.

By Plane:

While Percé does not have its own airport, travelers can fly into Michel-Pouliot Gaspé Airport (YGP). Airlines such as Pascan Aviation and PAL Airlines offer direct flights to Gaspé from cities like Quebec City and Les Îles-de-la-Madeleine. A direct flight from Quebec City to Gaspé takes about 1 hour and 20 minutes to 1 hour and 30 minutes, with one-way fares starting from C$397 and round-trip flights from C$655. Combining a flight to Gaspé with a bus transfer to Percé from Quebec City can take around 5 hours and 26 minutes, with costs ranging from $480 to $1,300.

By Train:

Passenger train service to the Gaspé Peninsula, including Percé, has been suspended since 2013 due to track conditions, and there is no confirmed timeline for its return.