Route from Prince George to Hanna
Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Prince George to Hanna — 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 Prince George (British Columbia) and Hanna (Alberta). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.
Distance from Prince George to Hanna
The straight-line distance between Prince George and Hanna is 768.9 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 869 km, with an indicative drive time of 9 h 39 min.
Trip cost and route type: Prince George – Hanna
Driving directions from Prince George to Hanna
The map shows the locations of Prince George (A) and Hanna (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 Prince George to Hanna
Real distance: 988.3 km · Estimated time: 11 h 23 min
- Drive northwest on 4th Avenue. 53 m
- Turn right onto YH 16/Victoria Street. 304 m
- Take the 16 East exit toward Airport/McBride/Jasper. 56 m
- Bear right onto YH 16/1st Avenue. 372.3 km
- Turn right onto Icefields Parkway/93. 151.4 km
- Turn left onto David Thompson Highway/11. Continue on 11. 186.1 km
- Turn right onto Highway 22/22. 25.1 km
- Turn left onto Highway 54/54/22. Continue on 54/22. 13.0 km
- Turn right onto Highway 22/22. 17.1 km
- Turn left onto Highway 587/587. Continue on 587. 58.9 km
- Turn right onto Highway 791/791. Continue on 791. 30.7 km
- Turn left onto Highway 582/582. Continue on 582. 8.1 km
Standard car route without avoiding highways. For advanced options (motorcycle, bicycle, transit, avoid tolls) use the live planner above.
Estimate trip cost: Prince George – Hanna
Indicative estimates based on ~869 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 Prince George to Hanna
The straight-line distance between Prince George (British Columbia) and Hanna (Alberta) is about 768.9 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: Prince George – Hanna
Driving directions from Prince George to Hanna: estimated road distance 869 km, indicative time about 9 h 39 min by car. The route connects British Columbia to Alberta — 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 with turn-by-turn directions.
The trip starts at Prince George (British Columbia) — coordinates 53.9169° N, -122.7490° E. The destination is Hanna (Alberta), at 51.6383° N, -111.9420° E.
Practical tips for the Prince George – Hanna 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 Hanna in Alberta, prairie in the south rising into the Canadian Rockies in the west. 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 869 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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Routes with intermediate stops: Prince George → Jasper · Prince George → Hinton · Prince George → Drinnan
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Frequently asked questions: Prince George – Hanna
What is the straight-line distance between Prince George and Hanna?
The straight-line distance between Prince George and Hanna is about 768.9 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.
What is the estimated road distance from Prince George to Hanna?
The estimated road distance from Prince George to Hanna is about 869 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 Prince George to Hanna?
Indicative drive time from Prince George to Hanna is about 9 h 39 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 Prince George to Hanna?
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 Prince George–Hanna 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 Prince George to Hanna?
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 Prince George to Hanna?
A common alternative is going via Jasper or Hinton. Use the live planner to compare routes.
Can I open the Prince George–Hanna 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 Prince George as origin and Hanna as destination.