Getting around in Gaspésie

Yes. You can take the intercity bus with Orléans Express to get to Gaspésie, and also to travel between towns once you’re there. From Mont-Joli, you can choose a route going north or one going south. The two routes meet to circle the peninsula, serving nearly twenty towns in the region. Note that this service includes Murdochville but does not pass through Forillon National Park.

Cyclists can also have their bikes transported by bus, a useful service for those exploring Gaspésie on two wheels.

Yes. The Régie intermunicipale de transport Gaspésie–Îles-de-la-Madeleine [In French only] (RÉGÎM) offers a variety of shared and public transportation services in Gaspésie. This intermunicipal service covers the eastern part of the peninsula, from Cap-Chat (near Sainte-Anne-des-Monts) to Matapédia, passing through Murdochville.

Transportation is accessible to everyone and operates Monday to Friday, except on public holidays. Tickets can be purchased on board, at various points of sale, or online. Some trips require a reservation. A bike rack is available by reservation from May 1 to October 31. Car-sharing and bike-sharing services are also offered in certain municipalities.

Yes, in certain towns. In collaboration with the Régie intermunicipale de transport Gaspésie–Îles-de-la-Madeleine (RÉGÎM), several municipalities provide cars for shared use. This transportation option is available in Gaspé, Grande-Rivière, Chandler, Maria, and Carleton-sur-Mer. Check the RÉGÎM website [In French only] for more information.

Yes. From early July to the end of September, a shuttle runs from the Sainte-Anne-des-Monts tourist information center to Gaspésie National Park, with one round trip per day. Shuttles are also available within the park to reach certain areas according to specific schedules. Reservations may be required. All details are available on the park’s official website.

Yes. The Régie intermunicipale de transport Gaspésie–Îles-de-la-Madeleine (RÉGÎM) offers a shuttle service connecting the village of L’Anse-au-Griffon to the city of Gaspé, passing through Cap-des-Rosiers, Cap-aux-Os, and Penouille. Stops at Fort Péninsule, Penouille, and Cap-des-Rosiers provide access to Forillon National Park. Once there, no additional transportation services are available, so getting around must be done on foot or by bike, if you bring your own.

Yes. You can rent a car in several towns across Gaspésie. Services are available in Matane, Sainte-Anne-des-Monts, Gaspé, Grande-Rivière, Chandler, Port-Daniel, Bonaventure, New Richmond, Maria, Pointe-à-la-Croix, and Amqui. Major rental companies such as Discount, Location Sauvageau, and Thrifty operate in the region.

Car-sharing is also available through the Régie intermunicipale de transport Gaspésie–Îles-de-la-Madeleine [In French only] (RÉGÎM).

Yes. Charging stations are spread across the peninsula, generally no more than about 100 km apart. They can be found in several town centers, as well as near attractions, restaurants, accommodations, and some businesses. It is therefore entirely possible to travel around Gaspésie with an electric car.

To plan your route, visit plugshare.com or lecircuitelectrique.com. More information is available in our blog post.

Yes. There are taxi services in Gaspésie, but they are limited. Most of the larger towns are served, including Mont-Joli, Matane, Haute-Gaspésie, Gaspé, Chandler (including the Percé area), Bonaventure, New Richmond, and Amqui. It is highly recommended to make a reservation.

Yes. The Régie intermunicipale de transport Gaspésie–Îles-de-la-Madeleine (RÉGÎM) offers a bike-sharing service in a few towns in Gaspésie. Check their website [In French only] for locations and usage conditions.