Gateway Labrador - Visitor Information Centre, Newfoundland And Labrador Travel Guide

Getting There

• Car

  If you're driving to Gateway Labrador - Visitor Information Centre from St. John's, take the Trans-Canada Highway (Route 1) heading west towards Gander. Continue on Route 1 until you reach the junction with Route 500. Merge onto Route 500, known as the Central Highway, and drive towards the town of Grand Falls-Windsor. From there, follow Route 1 North towards Corner Brook. Once you reach Corner Brook, continue on the Trans-Canada Highway (Route 1) until you reach Deer Lake. From Deer Lake, take Route 430 North towards the town of Gros Morne National Park. Continue on Route 430 until it merges back into Route 1, and then follow Route 1 all the way to the town of Labrador City. Finally, take the Trans-Labrador Highway (Route 500) to reach the Visitor Information Centre at 1365 Trans-Labrador Hwy. Expect a drive of approximately 12 hours, and be aware of potential fuel costs along the way.

• Public Transportation

  To reach Gateway Labrador - Visitor Information Centre using public transportation, start by taking a bus from St. John's to Corner Brook. The bus service is provided by DRL Coachlines, and the journey will take around 6-8 hours depending on the schedule. From Corner Brook, you’ll need to take another bus heading to Labrador City. Make sure to check the schedules in advance as connections may not be frequent. Once in Labrador City, you can reach the Visitor Information Centre via a local taxi or by walking, as it is located at 1365 Trans-Labrador Hwy. Be prepared for a total travel time of approximately 14-16 hours, including waiting times between buses.

• Taxi or Rideshare

  If you are already in Labrador City and looking to reach the Gateway Labrador - Visitor Information Centre, you can easily take a taxi or use a rideshare service if available. Simply provide the driver with the address: 1365 Trans-Labrador Hwy, Labrador City, NL A2V 2K3. The ride should take around 10-15 minutes depending on traffic. Taxi fares may vary, so it's advisable to confirm the estimated fare before commencing your journey.