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Route from Altona to Rosemary

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

Distance from Altona to Rosemary

The straight-line distance between Altona and Rosemary is 1053.8 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 1191 km, with an indicative drive time of 13 h 14 min.

Straight-line distance 1053.8 km
Estimated road distance ~1191 km
Indicative drive time 13 h 14 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: Altona – Rosemary

Route type Long

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

Indicative fuel cost $134–$181

Estimate: ~1191 km, 8 L/100 km, $1.65/L. ±15%. Excludes tolls.

Driving directions from Altona to Rosemary

The map shows the locations of Altona (A) and Rosemary (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 Altona to Rosemary

Real distance: 1,244.3 km  ·  Estimated time: 14 h 39 min

🗓 Calculated on June 3, 2026
  1. Drive east on Second Avenue Northwest. 57 m
  2. Turn right onto Second Street Northwest. 106 m
  3. Turn left onto Centre Avenue West/PR 201. Continue on PR 201. 1.0 km
  4. Turn left onto Provincial Trunk Highway 30/PTH 30/PR 201. Continue on Provincial Trunk Highway 30/PTH 30. 9.9 km
  5. Turn left onto Provincial Trunk Highway 14/PTH 14. Continue on PTH 14. 28.3 km
  6. Turn right onto Centennial Street/PR 428. Continue on PR 428. 18.3 km
  7. Turn left onto Provincial Trunk Highway 23/route provinciale à grande circulation 23/PTH 23. 5.7 km
  8. Bear right onto PTH 3. 14.9 km
  9. Bear left onto Main Street South/PTH 13. Continue on PTH 13. 50.3 km
  10. Turn left onto PTH 1 West/Trans-Canada Highway/Route Transcanadienne/Trans-Canada Highway. Continue on Trans-Canada Highway/Trans-Canada Highway. 498.0 km
  11. Keep left to take 1/Regina Bypass. 24.3 km
  12. Keep left to take 1/Trans-Canada Highway toward Moose Jaw. 569.5 km

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

Estimate trip cost: Altona – Rosemary

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Indicative estimates based on ~1191 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

Altona

Manitoba · 49.10440, -97.56250

Altona sits in southern Manitoba on the province’s agricultural plain, acting as a local centre for the surrounding farming communities. The town is a compact settlement within the Pembina Valley area rather than being…

Destination

Rosemary

Alberta · 50.75750, -112.08500

Rosemary is a small community in Alberta's agricultural plains, positioned on the rural road network in the south-central part of the province. It appears on maps as a compact village serving the surrounding farming…

How to drive from Altona to Rosemary

The straight-line distance between Altona (Manitoba) and Rosemary (Alberta) is about 1053.8 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: Altona – Rosemary

How far is Altona from Rosemary? The road estimate is around 1191 km, with an indicative drive time of 13 h 14 min. The route connects Manitoba to Alberta — a long route (over 300 km). Plan multiple breaks and check highway traffic, weather, and fuel availability — particularly in remote sections. Verify the track with the live planner for current instructions.

The trip starts at Altona (Manitoba) — coordinates 49.1044° N, -97.5625° E. The destination is Rosemary (Alberta), at 50.7575° N, -112.0850° E.

Practical tips for the Altona – Rosemary drive

Terrain along the way

The route starts in Manitoba — a province prairie and lake country, with thousands of lakes and rivers — and reaches Rosemary in Alberta, prairie in the south rising into the Canadian Rockies in the west. The route also passes near Avonlea (Saskatchewan).

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 1191 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: Altona – Rosemary

What is the straight-line distance between Altona and Rosemary?

The straight-line distance between Altona and Rosemary is about 1053.8 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.

What is the estimated road distance from Altona to Rosemary?

The estimated road distance from Altona to Rosemary is about 1191 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 Altona to Rosemary?

Indicative drive time from Altona to Rosemary is about 13 h 14 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 Altona to Rosemary?

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 Altona–Rosemary 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 Altona to Rosemary?

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 Altona to Rosemary?

A common alternative is going via Avonlea or Wilcox. Use the live planner to compare routes.

Can I open the Altona–Rosemary 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 Altona as origin and Rosemary as destination.