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Route from Donnelly to Barrière

Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Donnelly to Barrière — 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 Donnelly (Alberta) and Barrière (British Columbia). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.

Distance from Donnelly to Barrière

The straight-line distance between Donnelly and Barrière is 543.1 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 614 km, with an indicative drive time of 6 h 49 min.

Straight-line distance 543.1 km
Estimated road distance ~614 km
Indicative drive time 6 h 49 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: Donnelly – Barrière

Route type Long

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

Indicative fuel cost $69–$93

Estimate: ~614 km, 8 L/100 km, $1.65/L. ±15%. Excludes tolls.

Driving directions from Donnelly to Barrière

The map shows the locations of Donnelly (A) and Barrière (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 Donnelly to Barrière

Real distance: 893.1 km  ·  Estimated time: 10 h 10 min

🗓 Calculated on June 4, 2026
  1. Drive north on Range Road 210. 45 m
  2. Turn left onto Northern Woods & Water Route/2. 1.6 km
  3. Turn left onto 49/Highway 49. 74.1 km
  4. Turn left onto Range Road 222. 8.9 km
  5. Turn left onto Township Road 694/665. Continue on 665. 7.5 km
  6. Turn right onto Little Smoky Road. 28.4 km
  7. Turn left onto 43. 127.5 km
  8. Turn right toward Edson. 70.8 km
  9. Turn right toward Jasper. 144.1 km
  10. Keep right toward Through traffic/Automobilistes de Transit. 153.2 km
  11. Keep left to take YH 5 toward Valemount/Kamloops. 214.9 km
  12. Enter Yellowhead 5 Highway Sud and take the 2nd exit onto YH 5/Highway 5. 60.1 km

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

Estimate trip cost: Donnelly – Barrière

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Indicative estimates based on ~614 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

Donnelly

Alberta · 55.72280, -117.10500

Set in northern Alberta, Donnelly is a small village that functions as a local access point for surrounding farms, acreages and forestry areas. The community sits within a mixed parkland-to-boreal transition well…

Destination

Barrière

British Columbia · 51.18030, -120.12600

Barrière sits in north-central British Columbia on the Interior Plateau, occupying a small river-valley setting framed by forested foothills. As a compact community of roughly 1,400 people, it functions on maps as a…

How to drive from Donnelly to Barrière

The straight-line distance between Donnelly (Alberta) and Barrière (British Columbia) is about 543.1 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: Donnelly – Barrière

From Donnelly to Barrière the estimated road distance is roughly 614 km (543.1 km straight line). The trip connects Alberta to British Columbia and is a long route (over 300 km). Plan multiple breaks and check highway traffic, weather, and fuel availability — particularly in remote sections. The live planner provides turn-by-turn instructions, indicative arrival time, and a fuel-or-electricity cost estimate.

The trip starts at Donnelly (Alberta) — coordinates 55.7228° N, -117.1050° E. The destination is Barrière (British Columbia), at 51.1803° N, -120.1260° E.

Practical tips for the Donnelly – Barrière 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 Barrière in British Columbia, mountainous, with the Coast Mountains, the Rockies, and a long Pacific coastline. The route also passes near Jasper (Alberta).

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 614 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: Donnelly – Barrière

What is the straight-line distance between Donnelly and Barrière?

The straight-line distance between Donnelly and Barrière is about 543.1 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.

What is the estimated road distance from Donnelly to Barrière?

The estimated road distance from Donnelly to Barrière is about 614 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 Donnelly to Barrière?

Indicative drive time from Donnelly to Barrière is about 6 h 49 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 Donnelly to Barrière?

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 Donnelly–Barrière 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 Donnelly to Barrière?

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 Donnelly to Barrière?

A common alternative is going via Jasper. Use the live planner to compare routes.

Can I open the Donnelly–Barrière 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 Donnelly as origin and Barrière as destination.