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Route from Seba Beach to Barrière

Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Seba Beach 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 Seba Beach (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 Seba Beach to Barrière

The straight-line distance between Seba Beach and Barrière is 451.4 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 510 km, with an indicative drive time of 5 h 40 min.

Straight-line distance 451.4 km
Estimated road distance ~510 km
Indicative drive time 5 h 40 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: Seba Beach – 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 $57–$77

Estimate: ~510 km, 8 L/100 km, $1.65/L. ±15%. Excludes tolls.

Driving directions from Seba Beach to Barrière

The map shows the locations of Seba Beach (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 Seba Beach to Barrière

Real distance: 664.7 km  ·  Estimated time: 7 h 41 min

🗓 Calculated on June 4, 2026
  1. Drive east. 39 m
  2. Turn right onto Edmonton Road. 82 m
  3. Turn right. 184 m
  4. Turn right onto Highway 31/31. 2.9 km
  5. Turn left to take the ramp toward Jasper. 112.0 km
  6. Turn right onto 25 Street/748. Continue on 748. 1.5 km
  7. Turn left onto 22 Avenue/748. 8.1 km
  8. Turn left onto Range Road 180. 3.2 km
  9. Turn right onto 16/Yellowhead Highway/Route Yellowhead. 106.8 km
  10. Keep right to stay on 16/Route Yellowhead 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: Seba Beach – Barrière

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Indicative estimates based on ~510 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

Seba Beach

Alberta · 53.56070, -114.73700

Seba Beach is a small lakeshore community in central Alberta, situated on the shore of Isle Lake. It serves mainly as a local access point from surrounding rural roads to lakeside residences, seasonal cottages and small…

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 Seba Beach to Barrière

The straight-line distance between Seba Beach (Alberta) and Barrière (British Columbia) is about 451.4 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: Seba Beach – Barrière

From Seba Beach to Barrière the estimated road distance is roughly 510 km (451.4 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 Seba Beach (Alberta) — coordinates 53.5607° N, -114.7370° E. The destination is Barrière (British Columbia), at 51.1803° N, -120.1260° E.

Practical tips for the Seba Beach – 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 510 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: Seba Beach – Barrière

What is the straight-line distance between Seba Beach and Barrière?

The straight-line distance between Seba Beach and Barrière is about 451.4 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.

What is the estimated road distance from Seba Beach to Barrière?

The estimated road distance from Seba Beach to Barrière is about 510 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 Seba Beach to Barrière?

Indicative drive time from Seba Beach to Barrière is about 5 h 40 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 Seba Beach 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 Seba Beach–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 Seba Beach 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 Seba Beach to Barrière?

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

Can I open the Seba Beach–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 Seba Beach as origin and Barrière as destination.