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Route from Picardville to Pouce Coupé

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

Distance from Picardville to Pouce Coupé

The straight-line distance between Picardville and Pouce Coupé is 440.5 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 498 km, with an indicative drive time of 5 h 32 min.

Straight-line distance 440.5 km
Estimated road distance ~498 km
Indicative drive time 5 h 32 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: Picardville – Pouce Coupé

Route type Long

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

Indicative fuel cost $56–$76

Estimate: ~498 km, 8 L/100 km, $1.65/L. ±15%. Excludes tolls.

Driving directions from Picardville to Pouce Coupé

The map shows the locations of Picardville (A) and Pouce Coupé (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 Picardville to Pouce Coupé

Real distance: 553.5 km  ·  Estimated time: 6 h 20 min

🗓 Calculated on June 4, 2026
  1. Drive south on Range Road 270A. 112 m
  2. Turn left onto Main Avenue. 2.4 km
  3. Turn right onto Highway 44/44. 11.3 km
  4. Turn right onto Secondary Highway 651/651. Continue on 651. 29.9 km
  5. Turn right onto Range Road 30/651. Continue on 651. 7.7 km
  6. Turn right onto Grizzly Trail/33. 3.8 km
  7. Turn left onto Secondary Highway 654/654. 17.8 km
  8. Turn right onto Secondary Highway 764/764. 9.2 km
  9. Turn left onto Highway 18/18. Continue on 18. 43.6 km
  10. Turn right toward Grande Prairie. 198.5 km
  11. Turn left onto Township Road 700. 13.0 km
  12. Turn right onto Range Road 235. 4.6 km

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

Estimate trip cost: Picardville – Pouce Coupé

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Indicative estimates based on ~498 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

Picardville

Alberta · 54.05200, -113.88000

Picardville sits in northern Alberta, well inland from the province’s southern prairie corridors. As a small rural community it serves mainly as a local waypoint for drivers moving between farms, woodlands and scattered…

Destination

Pouce Coupé

British Columbia · 55.71580, -120.13400

Pouce Coupé sits in northeastern British Columbia on the agricultural plains of the Peace River region. The village is a small, locally oriented community that functions on regional and local approaches serving nearby…

How to drive from Picardville to Pouce Coupé

The straight-line distance between Picardville (Alberta) and Pouce Coupé (British Columbia) is about 440.5 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: Picardville – Pouce Coupé

Planning a trip from Picardville to Pouce Coupé means budgeting around 498 km on the road and an indicative drive time of 5 h 32 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 Picardville (Alberta) — coordinates 54.0520° N, -113.8800° E. The destination is Pouce Coupé (British Columbia), at 55.7158° N, -120.1340° E.

Practical tips for the Picardville – Pouce Coupé 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 Pouce Coupé in British Columbia, mountainous, with the Coast Mountains, the Rockies, and a long Pacific coastline. The route also passes near High Prairie (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 498 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: Picardville – Pouce Coupé

What is the straight-line distance between Picardville and Pouce Coupé?

The straight-line distance between Picardville and Pouce Coupé is about 440.5 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.

What is the estimated road distance from Picardville to Pouce Coupé?

The estimated road distance from Picardville to Pouce Coupé is about 498 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 Picardville to Pouce Coupé?

Indicative drive time from Picardville to Pouce Coupé is about 5 h 32 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 Picardville to Pouce Coupé?

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 Picardville–Pouce Coupé 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 Picardville to Pouce Coupé?

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 Picardville to Pouce Coupé?

A common alternative is going via High Prairie or Enilda. Use the live planner to compare routes.

Can I open the Picardville–Pouce Coupé 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 Picardville as origin and Pouce Coupé as destination.