Route from Claresholm to Souris
Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Claresholm to Souris — 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 Claresholm (Alberta) and Souris (Manitoba). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.
Distance from Claresholm to Souris
The straight-line distance between Claresholm and Souris is 955.2 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 1079 km, with an indicative drive time of 12 h.
Trip cost and route type: Claresholm – Souris
Driving directions from Claresholm to Souris
The map shows the locations of Claresholm (A) and Souris (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 Claresholm to Souris
Real distance: 1,090.8 km · Estimated time: 12 h 42 min
- Drive south. 21 m
- Turn right onto 43 Avenue East/520. 64 m
- Turn left onto 2/1 Street West. Continue on 2. 16.8 km
- Turn left onto 519. 31.6 km
- Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit toward 519 East/Nobleford/ Picture Butte. 17.7 km
- Turn left onto 25/519. Continue on 25. 22.5 km
- Turn left onto 845. 24.4 km
- Turn right onto Highway 526/526. Continue on 526. 38.9 km
- Turn right onto Veterans Memorial Highway/36. 6.5 km
- Turn left onto Highway 524/524. 94.5 km
- Turn right onto 1/Trans-Canada Highway. Continue on Trans-Canada Highway. 463.9 km
- Keep right to take 1 toward Winnipeg/Saskatoon. 29.3 km
Standard car route without avoiding highways. For advanced options (motorcycle, bicycle, transit, avoid tolls) use the live planner above.
Estimate trip cost: Claresholm – Souris
Indicative estimates based on ~1079 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
How to drive from Claresholm to Souris
The straight-line distance between Claresholm (Alberta) and Souris (Manitoba) is about 955.2 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: Claresholm – Souris
The journey from Claresholm to Souris covers roughly 1079 km on the road, equal to 955.2 km straight line. The trip connects Alberta to Manitoba and is classified as a long route (over 300 km). Plan multiple breaks and check highway traffic, weather, and fuel availability — particularly in remote sections. Open the interactive planner for the route map, turns, and a fuel-or-EV cost calculator.
The trip starts at Claresholm (Alberta) — coordinates 50.0194° N, -113.5780° E. The destination is Souris (Manitoba), at 49.6187° N, -100.2610° E.
Practical tips for the Claresholm – Souris 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 Souris in Manitoba, prairie and lake country, with thousands of lakes and rivers. The route also passes near Gravelbourg (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 1079 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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Cities along the Claresholm – Souris route
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Routes with intermediate stops: Claresholm → Gravelbourg · Claresholm → Laflèche · Claresholm → Ponteix
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Frequently asked questions: Claresholm – Souris
What is the straight-line distance between Claresholm and Souris?
The straight-line distance between Claresholm and Souris is about 955.2 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.
What is the estimated road distance from Claresholm to Souris?
The estimated road distance from Claresholm to Souris is about 1079 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 Claresholm to Souris?
Indicative drive time from Claresholm to Souris is about 12 h, 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 Claresholm to Souris?
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 Claresholm–Souris 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 Claresholm to Souris?
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 Claresholm to Souris?
A common alternative is going via Gravelbourg or Laflèche. Use the live planner to compare routes.
Can I open the Claresholm–Souris 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 Claresholm as origin and Souris as destination.