Route from Beauséjour to Benson
Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Beauséjour to Benson — 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 Beauséjour (Manitoba) and Benson (Saskatchewan). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.
Distance from Beauséjour to Benson
The straight-line distance between Beauséjour and Benson is 471 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 532 km, with an indicative drive time of 5 h 55 min.
Trip cost and route type: Beauséjour – Benson
Driving directions from Beauséjour to Benson
The map shows the locations of Beauséjour (A) and Benson (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 Beauséjour to Benson
Real distance: 557.3 km · Estimated time: 7 h 2 min
- Drive south on 3rd Street. 44 m
- Turn right onto Park Avenue/PR 215. Continue on PR 215. 2.0 km
- Turn right onto Mile 40 Road East. 1.7 km
- Turn left onto Provincial Trunk Highway 12/44/PTH 44/PTH 12. Continue on PTH 44. 27.1 km
- Bear left onto Provincial Trunk Highway 44/PTH 44. 2.8 km
- Turn left onto Provincial Trunk Highway 9/PTH 9. Continue on PTH 9. 2.9 km
- Turn right onto St. Andrews Road/PR 410. 2.4 km
- Turn left onto McPhillips Road/PR 230. 3.0 km
- Turn left onto McPhillips Street/PTH 8. 9.4 km
- Take the Perimeter Highway exit. 26.9 km
- Take exit 42B onto PTH 1 West toward Brandon. 270.5 km
- Turn left onto Provincial Road 257/PR 257. Continue on PR 257. 24.1 km
Standard car route without avoiding highways. For advanced options (motorcycle, bicycle, transit, avoid tolls) use the live planner above.
Estimate trip cost: Beauséjour – Benson
Indicative estimates based on ~532 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 Beauséjour to Benson
The straight-line distance between Beauséjour (Manitoba) and Benson (Saskatchewan) is about 471 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: Beauséjour – Benson
The route connects Manitoba to Saskatchewan: from Beauséjour to Benson you cover roughly 532 km on the road (geometric distance 471 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 Beauséjour (Manitoba) — coordinates 50.0622° N, -96.5161° E. The destination is Benson (Saskatchewan), at 49.4628° N, -103.0090° E.
Practical tips for the Beauséjour – Benson drive
Terrain along the way
The route starts in Manitoba — a province prairie and lake country, with thousands of lakes and rivers — and reaches Benson in Saskatchewan, prairie to the south and boreal forest, lakes, and Shield country to the north. The route also passes near Brandon (Manitoba).
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 532 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: Beauséjour → Brandon · Beauséjour → Wawanesa · Beauséjour → Carberry
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Frequently asked questions: Beauséjour – Benson
What is the straight-line distance between Beauséjour and Benson?
The straight-line distance between Beauséjour and Benson is about 471 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.
What is the estimated road distance from Beauséjour to Benson?
The estimated road distance from Beauséjour to Benson is about 532 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 Beauséjour to Benson?
Indicative drive time from Beauséjour to Benson is about 5 h 55 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 Beauséjour to Benson?
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 Beauséjour–Benson 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 Beauséjour to Benson?
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 Beauséjour to Benson?
A common alternative is going via Brandon or Wawanesa. Use the live planner to compare routes.
Can I open the Beauséjour–Benson 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 Beauséjour as origin and Benson as destination.