Route from Barrière to Wedgewood
Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Barrière to Wedgewood — 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 Wedgewood (Alberta). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.
Distance from Barrière to Wedgewood
The straight-line distance between Barrière and Wedgewood is 447.7 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 506 km, with an indicative drive time of 5 h 37 min.
Trip cost and route type: Barrière – Wedgewood
Driving directions from Barrière to Wedgewood
The map shows the locations of Barrière (A) and Wedgewood (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 Wedgewood
Real distance: 772.8 km · Estimated time: 8 h 51 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. 173.0 km
- Turn left onto Bighorn Highway/40. 303.1 km
- Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit toward 43 North/Grande Prairie. 14.2 km
- Turn right onto Highway 668/668. 3.5 km
- Turn left onto Resources Road. 1.6 km
- Turn left onto Wedgewood Drive. 245 m
- Turn left onto Wedgewood Drive South. 437 m
Standard car route without avoiding highways. For advanced options (motorcycle, bicycle, transit, avoid tolls) use the live planner above.
Estimate trip cost: Barrière – Wedgewood
Indicative estimates based on ~506 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 Wedgewood
The straight-line distance between Barrière (British Columbia) and Wedgewood (Alberta) is about 447.7 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 – Wedgewood
The route connects British Columbia to Alberta: from Barrière to Wedgewood you cover roughly 506 km on the road (geometric distance 447.7 km). A long route (over 300 km). Plan multiple breaks and check highway traffic, weather, and fuel availability — particularly in remote sections. The live planner calculates the optimal route with step-by-step instructions and trip cost.
The trip starts at Barrière (British Columbia) — coordinates 51.1803° N, -120.1260° E. The destination is Wedgewood (Alberta), at 55.1246° N, -118.7750° E.
Practical tips for the Barrière – Wedgewood 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 Wedgewood in Alberta, prairie in the south rising into the Canadian Rockies in the west.
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 506 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: Barrière – Wedgewood
What is the straight-line distance between Barrière and Wedgewood?
The straight-line distance between Barrière and Wedgewood is about 447.7 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.
What is the estimated road distance from Barrière to Wedgewood?
The estimated road distance from Barrière to Wedgewood is about 506 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 Wedgewood?
Indicative drive time from Barrière to Wedgewood is about 5 h 37 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 Wedgewood?
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–Wedgewood 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 Wedgewood?
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 Wedgewood?
For alternative routes, use the live planner: pick between highways, secondary roads, and shorter or scenic options.
Can I open the Barrière–Wedgewood 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 Wedgewood as destination.