Route from Hinton to Burns Lake
Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Hinton to Burns Lake — 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 Hinton (Alberta) and Burns Lake (British Columbia). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.
Distance from Hinton to Burns Lake
The straight-line distance between Hinton and Burns Lake is 545.4 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 616 km, with an indicative drive time of 6 h 51 min.
Trip cost and route type: Hinton – Burns Lake
Driving directions from Hinton to Burns Lake
The map shows the locations of Hinton (A) and Burns Lake (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 Hinton to Burns Lake
Real distance: 686.1 km · Estimated time: 8 h 14 min
- Drive northwest. 79 m
- Turn left onto Switzer Drive. 2.7 km
- Turn left onto 16/Yellowhead Highway/Route Yellowhead. 26.5 km
- Keep right to stay on 16/Route Yellowhead toward Through traffic/Automobilistes de Transit. 153.2 km
- Keep right to take YH 16/Yellowhead Highway toward McBride/Prince George. 266.0 km
- Turn left onto Boundary Road. 6.8 km
- Turn right onto BC 97 North/Cariboo Highway. 4.9 km
- Take the Queensway exit toward City Centre. 286 m
- Bear right onto Ferry Avenue. 1.4 km
- Turn left onto YH 16/Yellowhead Highway. Continue on YH 16. 223.3 km
- Turn right onto 2nd Avenue. 34 m
Standard car route without avoiding highways. For advanced options (motorcycle, bicycle, transit, avoid tolls) use the live planner above.
Estimate trip cost: Hinton – Burns Lake
Indicative estimates based on ~616 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 Hinton to Burns Lake
The straight-line distance between Hinton (Alberta) and Burns Lake (British Columbia) is about 545.4 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: Hinton – Burns Lake
The journey from Hinton to Burns Lake covers roughly 616 km on the road, equal to 545.4 km straight line. The trip connects Alberta to British Columbia 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 Hinton (Alberta) — coordinates 53.4114° N, -117.5640° E. The destination is Burns Lake (British Columbia), at 54.2292° N, -125.7620° E.
Practical tips for the Hinton – Burns Lake 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 Burns Lake in British Columbia, mountainous, with the Coast Mountains, the Rockies, and a long Pacific coastline. The route also passes near Quesnel (British Columbia).
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 616 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 Hinton – Burns Lake route
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Routes with intermediate stops: Hinton → Quesnel
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Frequently asked questions: Hinton – Burns Lake
What is the straight-line distance between Hinton and Burns Lake?
The straight-line distance between Hinton and Burns Lake is about 545.4 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.
What is the estimated road distance from Hinton to Burns Lake?
The estimated road distance from Hinton to Burns Lake is about 616 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 Hinton to Burns Lake?
Indicative drive time from Hinton to Burns Lake is about 6 h 51 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 Hinton to Burns Lake?
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 Hinton–Burns Lake 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 Hinton to Burns Lake?
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 Hinton to Burns Lake?
A common alternative is going via Quesnel. Use the live planner to compare routes.
Can I open the Hinton–Burns Lake 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 Hinton as origin and Burns Lake as destination.