Route from Consort to Birch Hills
Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Consort to Birch Hills — 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 Consort (Alberta) and Birch Hills (Saskatchewan). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.
Distance from Consort to Birch Hills
The straight-line distance between Consort and Birch Hills is 376.9 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 426 km, with an indicative drive time of 4 h 44 min.
Trip cost and route type: Consort – Birch Hills
Driving directions from Consort to Birch Hills
The map shows the locations of Consort (A) and Birch Hills (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 Consort to Birch Hills
Real distance: 480.1 km · Estimated time: 5 h 52 min
- Drive south on Buffalo Trail/41. 149 m
- Turn left onto Buffalo Trail/12/41. 77.4 km
- Turn left toward Kerrobert. 47.2 km
- Turn right onto 21/31/51. 2.4 km
- Turn left onto Highway 51/51. Continue on 51. 63.9 km
- Turn right onto Highway 51/51. 24.4 km
- Turn left onto Highway 4/4/51. 1.2 km
- Turn right onto Highway 14/14/4. Continue on Highway 14/14. 86.9 km
- Turn left onto Neault Road. 8.1 km
- Turn right onto Township 374 Road. 4.2 km
- Turn left onto Auction Mart Road. 2.5 km
- Turn left onto 11/Idylwyld Drive North. Continue on 11. 125.5 km
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Estimate trip cost: Consort – Birch Hills
Indicative estimates based on ~426 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 Consort to Birch Hills
The straight-line distance between Consort (Alberta) and Birch Hills (Saskatchewan) is about 376.9 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: Consort – Birch Hills
The trip from Consort to Birch Hills covers about 426 km on the road (376.9 km straight line). Plan multiple breaks and check highway traffic, weather, and fuel availability — particularly in remote sections. The route connects Alberta to Saskatchewan and is classified as a long route (over 300 km). Click "Update route" for the latest track, turns, and fuel-cost estimate.
The trip starts at Consort (Alberta) — coordinates 52.0072° N, -110.7660° E. The destination is Birch Hills (Saskatchewan), at 52.9833° N, -105.4330° E.
Practical tips for the Consort – Birch Hills 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 Birch Hills in Saskatchewan, prairie to the south and boreal forest, lakes, and Shield country to the north. The route also passes near Denholm (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 426 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 Consort – Birch Hills route
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Routes with intermediate stops: Consort → Denholm · Consort → Maymont · Consort → North Battleford
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Frequently asked questions: Consort – Birch Hills
What is the straight-line distance between Consort and Birch Hills?
The straight-line distance between Consort and Birch Hills is about 376.9 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.
What is the estimated road distance from Consort to Birch Hills?
The estimated road distance from Consort to Birch Hills is about 426 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 Consort to Birch Hills?
Indicative drive time from Consort to Birch Hills is about 4 h 44 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 Consort to Birch Hills?
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 Consort–Birch Hills 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 Consort to Birch Hills?
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 Consort to Birch Hills?
A common alternative is going via Denholm or Maymont. Use the live planner to compare routes.
Can I open the Consort–Birch Hills 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 Consort as origin and Birch Hills as destination.