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Route from Bellis to Portage La Prairie

Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Bellis to Portage La Prairie — with the live planner for up-to-date turn-by-turn directions.

This page provides the map and indicative distance data for the route between Bellis (Alberta) and Portage La Prairie (Manitoba). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.

Distance from Bellis to Portage La Prairie

The straight-line distance between Bellis and Portage La Prairie is 1052.5 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 1189 km, with an indicative drive time of 13 h 13 min.

Straight-line distance 1052.5 km
Estimated road distance ~1189 km
Indicative drive time 13 h 13 min
Note: values are approximate estimates. Road distance is calculated by multiplying the straight-line distance by a road-deviation factor (1.13–1.30 based on length). Drive time assumes ~90 km/h average. Real traffic, tolls, and conditions can vary significantly. Use the live planner for current data.

Trip cost and route type: Bellis – Portage La Prairie

Route type Long

Long route (over 300 km) — plan a break roughly every 2 hours and check highway traffic and weather.

Indicative fuel cost $133–$180

Estimate: ~1189 km, 8 L/100 km, $1.65/L. ±15%. Excludes tolls.

Driving directions from Bellis to Portage La Prairie

The map shows the locations of Bellis (A) and Portage La Prairie (B). Use the form below to calculate the up-to-date road route with turn-by-turn directions, real distance, and estimated drive time.

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Driving directions from Bellis to Portage La Prairie

Real distance: 1,216.1 km  ·  Estimated time: 14 h 52 min

🗓 Calculated on June 4, 2026
  1. Drive south. 116 m
  2. Turn right onto 50 Avenue. 54 m
  3. Turn left onto 50 Street. 2.4 km
  4. Turn left onto Highway 28/28. 1.6 km
  5. Turn right onto Secondary Highway 857/857. 30.1 km
  6. Turn left onto Highway 645/645. 1 m
  7. Turn right onto Secondary Highway 857/857. 3.0 km
  8. Turn left onto Highway 45/45/857. Continue on 45. 91.1 km
  9. Turn right onto Buffalo Trail/41/45. 6.5 km
  10. Turn left onto Township Road 534/45. Continue on 45. 36.4 km
  11. Turn right onto Highway 45/45. Continue on 45. 29.1 km
  12. Turn right onto Highway 17/17. Continue on 17. 23.0 km

Standard car route without avoiding highways. For advanced options (motorcycle, bicycle, transit, avoid tolls) use the live planner above.

Estimate trip cost: Bellis – Portage La Prairie

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Indicative estimates based on ~1189 km. Tolls calculated at ~$0.10/km on tolled segments. The calculator updates with the live planner's real distance. Actual consumption, driving style, weather, and toll rates vary.

Origin and destination

Origin

Bellis

Alberta · 54.14540, -112.15000

Bellis sits in northern Alberta on the province’s broad boreal plain, well removed from any metropolitan area. A very small rural community of about 60 residents, it appears on regional maps as a local waypoint for…

Destination

Portage La Prairie

Manitoba · 49.97280, -98.29190

Portage La Prairie sits on the southern Manitoba prairie roughly midway between Winnipeg and Brandon. On maps it appears as a small city surrounded by broad farmland; it functions as a local centre for agricultural…

How to drive from Bellis to Portage La Prairie

The straight-line distance between Bellis (Alberta) and Portage La Prairie (Manitoba) is about 1052.5 km. The actual road distance varies by chosen route, road type, and travel conditions — especially in winter and across mountain or northern segments.

Before you leave, consider:

  • Check current traffic with a navigation app — particularly around major cities.
  • Look up any toll segments on your route (Ontario 407, select bridges).
  • In winter or at higher elevations, drive times and conditions can change quickly. Carry a charged phone, fuel reserve, and weather-appropriate gear.
  • Plan stops at service centres or towns along the way — fuel and rest stops can be sparse on remote sections.

Route description: Bellis – Portage La Prairie

How far is Bellis from Portage La Prairie? The road estimate is around 1189 km, with an indicative drive time of 13 h 13 min. The route connects Alberta to Manitoba — a long route (over 300 km). Plan multiple breaks and check highway traffic, weather, and fuel availability — particularly in remote sections. Verify the track with the live planner for current instructions.

The trip starts at Bellis (Alberta) — coordinates 54.1454° N, -112.1500° E. The destination is Portage La Prairie (Manitoba), at 49.9728° N, -98.2919° E.

Practical tips for the Bellis – Portage La Prairie drive

Terrain along the way

The route starts in Alberta — a province prairie in the south rising into the Canadian Rockies in the west — and reaches Portage La Prairie in Manitoba, prairie and lake country, with thousands of lakes and rivers. The route also passes near Humboldt (Saskatchewan).

When to leave

For a long route, leave early (before 06:30) or wait until after 10:00. Avoid summer long-weekend exoduses and major holidays. Plan a break every 1.5–2 hours of driving — and check weather, especially across the Prairies and through mountain passes.

Alternatives

For this route of about 1189 km, consider VIA Rail Canada — VIA's Corridor service connects many Eastern Canadian cities, and the long-distance trains (the Canadian, Ocean) run through the Prairies and the Maritimes. Cross-border trips may also include Amtrak's Adirondack or Cascades. Check schedules at viarail.ca and amtrak.com.

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Frequently asked questions: Bellis – Portage La Prairie

What is the straight-line distance between Bellis and Portage La Prairie?

The straight-line distance between Bellis and Portage La Prairie is about 1052.5 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.

What is the estimated road distance from Bellis to Portage La Prairie?

The estimated road distance from Bellis to Portage La Prairie is about 1189 km — derived by multiplying the straight-line distance by a road-deviation factor (1.13–1.30 based on length). For an up-to-date route, use the live planner.

How long does it take to drive from Bellis to Portage La Prairie?

Indicative drive time from Bellis to Portage La Prairie is about 13 h 13 min, based on an average highway speed of 90 km/h on a mixed motorway/highway profile. Real time depends on traffic, weather, stops, vehicle type, and conditions.

How do I get up-to-date driving directions from Bellis to Portage La Prairie?

Use the live planner on this page: select your transport mode and click "Update route". You'll see the route with turn-by-turn directions, current distance, and estimated time based on up-to-date routing data.

Does the Bellis–Portage La Prairie route involve highway tolls?

CanadaDrivingDirections.com does not provide toll details. Toll roads are limited in Canada — Ontario's 407 ETR, a few Quebec bridges, and the Confederation Bridge to PEI are the main ones. Check the operator's site for current pricing.

How does traffic affect the route from Bellis to Portage La Prairie?

Traffic varies by time of day, season, and weather. The live planner uses up-to-date routing data; for live traffic, use a navigation app before departure — especially in winter when conditions can change rapidly.

Is there an alternative route from Bellis to Portage La Prairie?

A common alternative is going via Humboldt or Muenster. Use the live planner to compare routes.

Can I open the Bellis–Portage La Prairie route in Google Maps?

Yes. Click "Open in Google Maps" on this page to view the route in the Google Maps app or browser. You can also open Google Maps directly and enter Bellis as origin and Portage La Prairie as destination.