Route from Irricana to Nipawin
Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Irricana to Nipawin — 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 Irricana (Alberta) and Nipawin (Saskatchewan). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.
Distance from Irricana to Nipawin
The straight-line distance between Irricana and Nipawin is 689.3 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 779 km, with an indicative drive time of 8 h 39 min.
Trip cost and route type: Irricana – Nipawin
Driving directions from Irricana to Nipawin
The map shows the locations of Irricana (A) and Nipawin (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 Irricana to Nipawin
Real distance: 826.6 km · Estimated time: 10 h 3 min
- Drive north on 1st Avenue. 440 m
- Turn right onto Main Street. 460 m
- Bear left onto 2nd Street. 758 m
- Turn left onto 9/Range Road 263. Continue on 9. 9.2 km
- Turn right onto 9/Township Road 282. 19.5 km
- Turn left toward Three Hills. 29.7 km
- Turn right onto Township Road 312/27. 486.0 km
- Take the exit on the left. 73 m
- Turn left onto 14/7/22nd Street West. 86 m
- Turn right toward Neault Road/Dalmeny. 8.1 km
- Turn right onto Township 374 Road. 4.2 km
- Turn left onto Auction Mart Road. 2.5 km
Standard car route without avoiding highways. For advanced options (motorcycle, bicycle, transit, avoid tolls) use the live planner above.
Estimate trip cost: Irricana – Nipawin
Indicative estimates based on ~779 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 Irricana to Nipawin
The straight-line distance between Irricana (Alberta) and Nipawin (Saskatchewan) is about 689.3 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: Irricana – Nipawin
Planning a trip from Irricana to Nipawin means budgeting around 779 km on the road and an indicative drive time of 8 h 39 min by car. The route connects Alberta to Saskatchewan and falls into a long route (over 300 km). Plan multiple breaks and check highway traffic, weather, and fuel availability — particularly in remote sections.
The trip starts at Irricana (Alberta) — coordinates 51.3189° N, -113.6110° E. The destination is Nipawin (Saskatchewan), at 53.3572° N, -104.0190° E.
Practical tips for the Irricana – Nipawin 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 Nipawin in Saskatchewan, prairie to the south and boreal forest, lakes, and Shield country to the north. The route also passes near Unity (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 779 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 Irricana – Nipawin route
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Routes with intermediate stops: Irricana → Unity · Irricana → Cut Knife · Irricana → Luseland
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Frequently asked questions: Irricana – Nipawin
What is the straight-line distance between Irricana and Nipawin?
The straight-line distance between Irricana and Nipawin is about 689.3 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.
What is the estimated road distance from Irricana to Nipawin?
The estimated road distance from Irricana to Nipawin is about 779 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 Irricana to Nipawin?
Indicative drive time from Irricana to Nipawin is about 8 h 39 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 Irricana to Nipawin?
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 Irricana–Nipawin 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 Irricana to Nipawin?
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 Irricana to Nipawin?
A common alternative is going via Unity or Cut Knife. Use the live planner to compare routes.
Can I open the Irricana–Nipawin 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 Irricana as origin and Nipawin as destination.