How long did it take Jacques Cartier to cross the Atlantic?
During the 16th century, crossing the Atlantic lasted an average of 50 days, starting from Saint-Malo, in France. It is believed that during his first voyage to Canada in 1532, Cartier probably benefited from particularly favourable winds, as he managed to cross the Atlantic in only 20 days. However, in 1535, the same crossing took 50 days. As for his third voyage in 1541, Cartier required a full two months to cover the same distance.
