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Route from Jarvis Bay to Prince George

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

Distance from Jarvis Bay to Prince George

The straight-line distance between Jarvis Bay and Prince George is 604.5 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 683 km, with an indicative drive time of 7 h 35 min.

Straight-line distance 604.5 km
Estimated road distance ~683 km
Indicative drive time 7 h 35 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: Jarvis Bay – Prince George

Route type Long

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

Indicative fuel cost $77–$104

Estimate: ~683 km, 8 L/100 km, $1.65/L. ±15%. Excludes tolls.

Driving directions from Jarvis Bay to Prince George

The map shows the locations of Jarvis Bay (A) and Prince George (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 Jarvis Bay to Prince George

Real distance: 779.2 km  ·  Estimated time: 8 h 59 min

🗓 Calculated on June 4, 2026
  1. Drive south on Jarvis Bay Drive. 136 m
  2. Turn left. 85 m
  3. Turn left onto Highway 20/20. Continue on 20. 14.5 km
  4. Enter the roundabout and take the 3rd exit toward Rocky Mountain House. 58.6 km
  5. Turn left onto Highway 22/22. 6.6 km
  6. Make a right U-turn onto 11. 174.2 km
  7. Turn right onto Icefields Parkway/Promenade des Glaciers/93. Continue on Icefields Parkway/93. 151.4 km
  8. Turn left onto 16/Yellowhead Highway/Route Yellowhead. 101.1 km
  9. Keep right to take YH 16 toward McBride/Prince George. 271.3 km
  10. Turn left toward 16 West/Prince Rupert/Vancouver. 254 m
  11. Turn left onto 4th Avenue. 53 m

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

Estimate trip cost: Jarvis Bay – Prince George

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Indicative estimates based on ~683 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

Jarvis Bay

Alberta · 52.33530, -114.07400

Jarvis Bay sits in west-central Alberta at roughly 52.3353° N, 114.074° W in the America/Edmonton time zone. The community of about 213 people lies outside any major metropolitan area in a parkland-to-prairie transition…

Destination

Prince George

British Columbia · 53.91690, -122.74900

Prince George sits in the central-northern interior of British Columbia, positioned on a broad river plain where two rivers converge. It serves as the principal urban centre for a large swath of northern and central BC…

How to drive from Jarvis Bay to Prince George

The straight-line distance between Jarvis Bay (Alberta) and Prince George (British Columbia) is about 604.5 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: Jarvis Bay – Prince George

Planning a trip from Jarvis Bay to Prince George means budgeting around 683 km on the road and an indicative drive time of 7 h 35 min by car. The route connects Alberta to British Columbia 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 Jarvis Bay (Alberta) — coordinates 52.3353° N, -114.0740° E. The destination is Prince George (British Columbia), at 53.9169° N, -122.7490° E.

Practical tips for the Jarvis Bay – Prince George 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 Prince George 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 683 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: Jarvis Bay – Prince George

What is the straight-line distance between Jarvis Bay and Prince George?

The straight-line distance between Jarvis Bay and Prince George is about 604.5 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.

What is the estimated road distance from Jarvis Bay to Prince George?

The estimated road distance from Jarvis Bay to Prince George is about 683 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 Jarvis Bay to Prince George?

Indicative drive time from Jarvis Bay to Prince George is about 7 h 35 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 Jarvis Bay to Prince George?

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 Jarvis Bay–Prince George 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 Jarvis Bay to Prince George?

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 Jarvis Bay to Prince George?

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

Can I open the Jarvis Bay–Prince George 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 Jarvis Bay as origin and Prince George as destination.