Route from Barrière to Slave Lake
Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Barrière to Slave 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 Barrière (British Columbia) and Slave Lake (Alberta). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.
Distance from Barrière to Slave Lake
The straight-line distance between Barrière and Slave Lake is 578.8 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 654 km, with an indicative drive time of 7 h 16 min.
Trip cost and route type: Barrière – Slave Lake
Driving directions from Barrière to Slave Lake
The map shows the locations of Barrière (A) and Slave 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 Barrière to Slave Lake
Real distance: 831.6 km · Estimated time: 9 h 37 min
- Drive east. 46 m
- Turn right onto Barriere Town Road. 565 m
- Turn right onto Station Road. 268 m
- Turn right onto YH 5/Highway 5. 60.1 km
- Exit the roundabout onto YH 5/Highway 5. Continue on YH 5. 214.9 km
- Bear right onto YH 16/Yellowhead Highway. 260.9 km
- Turn left onto Range Road 180. 3.3 km
- Turn right onto Township Road 534. 43.8 km
- Turn left onto Highway 32/32. Continue on 32. 53.9 km
- Turn left toward Valleyview. 7.7 km
- Bear right toward Swan Hills. 141.9 km
- Bear right. 318 m
Standard car route without avoiding highways. For advanced options (motorcycle, bicycle, transit, avoid tolls) use the live planner above.
Estimate trip cost: Barrière – Slave Lake
Indicative estimates based on ~654 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 Barrière to Slave Lake
The straight-line distance between Barrière (British Columbia) and Slave Lake (Alberta) is about 578.8 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: Barrière – Slave Lake
The route from Barrière to Slave Lake connects British Columbia to Alberta. The straight-line distance is about 578.8 km, with an estimated road distance of 654 km — a long route (over 300 km). Plan multiple breaks and check highway traffic, weather, and fuel availability — particularly in remote sections. Use the live planner for an up-to-date track, turn-by-turn directions, and a trip-cost estimate.
The trip starts at Barrière (British Columbia) — coordinates 51.1803° N, -120.1260° E. The destination is Slave Lake (Alberta), at 55.2853° N, -114.7710° E.
Practical tips for the Barrière – Slave Lake drive
Terrain along the way
The route starts in British Columbia — a province mountainous, with the Coast Mountains, the Rockies, and a long Pacific coastline — and reaches Slave Lake in Alberta, prairie in the south rising into the Canadian Rockies in the west. The route also passes near Hinton (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 654 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 Barrière – Slave Lake route
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Routes with intermediate stops: Barrière → Hinton · Barrière → Drinnan · Barrière → Marlboro
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Frequently asked questions: Barrière – Slave Lake
What is the straight-line distance between Barrière and Slave Lake?
The straight-line distance between Barrière and Slave Lake is about 578.8 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.
What is the estimated road distance from Barrière to Slave Lake?
The estimated road distance from Barrière to Slave Lake is about 654 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 Barrière to Slave Lake?
Indicative drive time from Barrière to Slave Lake is about 7 h 16 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 Barrière to Slave 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 Barrière–Slave 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 Barrière to Slave 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 Barrière to Slave Lake?
A common alternative is going via Hinton or Drinnan. Use the live planner to compare routes.
Can I open the Barrière–Slave 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 Barrière as origin and Slave Lake as destination.