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Route from Carberry to Lacombe

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

Distance from Carberry to Lacombe

The straight-line distance between Carberry and Lacombe is 1041.3 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 1177 km, with an indicative drive time of 13 h 4 min.

Straight-line distance 1041.3 km
Estimated road distance ~1177 km
Indicative drive time 13 h 4 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: Carberry – Lacombe

Route type Long

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

Indicative fuel cost $132–$179

Estimate: ~1177 km, 8 L/100 km, $1.65/L. ±15%. Excludes tolls.

Driving directions from Carberry to Lacombe

The map shows the locations of Carberry (A) and Lacombe (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 Carberry to Lacombe

Real distance: 1,217.9 km  ·  Estimated time: 14 h 1 min

🗓 Calculated on June 4, 2026
  1. Drive north. 30 m
  2. Turn left onto Second Avenue. 47 m
  3. Turn right onto Simcoe Street. 220 m
  4. Turn left onto First Avenue/PR 351. 69 m
  5. Turn right onto Wellwood Road. 3.4 km
  6. Turn left onto PTH 1 West/Trans-Canada Highway/Route Transcanadienne. Continue on Trans-Canada Highway. 380.1 km
  7. Take exit 217 onto 46 toward Regina/Balgonie/Edenwold. 802 m
  8. Keep right to take 46. 22.1 km
  9. Take the Ring Road West ramp. 2.5 km
  10. Take the 6 North exit toward Saskatoon. 504 m
  11. Keep right to take 6 North. 798 m
  12. Take the 11A North exit toward Lumsden/Saskatoon. 172.9 km

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

Estimate trip cost: Carberry – Lacombe

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Indicative estimates based on ~1177 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

Carberry

Manitoba · 49.86890, -99.35940

Carberry sits on the southern Manitoba prairie at latitude 49.8689, longitude -99.3594, and appears on regional maps as a small agricultural town serving surrounding farms. It is not part of a metropolitan conurbation…

Destination

Lacombe

Alberta · 52.46830, -113.73700

Lacombe sits in central Alberta roughly between the province’s two largest cities and just north of the Red Deer region. With a population of about 13,400, the city functions as a compact urban centre amid agricultural…

How to drive from Carberry to Lacombe

The straight-line distance between Carberry (Manitoba) and Lacombe (Alberta) is about 1041.3 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: Carberry – Lacombe

The journey from Carberry to Lacombe covers roughly 1177 km on the road, equal to 1041.3 km straight line. The trip connects Manitoba to Alberta and is classified as a long route (over 300 km). Plan multiple breaks and check highway traffic, weather, and fuel availability — particularly in remote sections. Open the interactive planner for the route map, turns, and a fuel-or-EV cost calculator.

The trip starts at Carberry (Manitoba) — coordinates 49.8689° N, -99.3594° E. The destination is Lacombe (Alberta), at 52.4683° N, -113.7370° E.

Practical tips for the Carberry – Lacombe drive

Terrain along the way

The route starts in Manitoba — a province prairie and lake country, with thousands of lakes and rivers — and reaches Lacombe in Alberta, prairie in the south rising into the Canadian Rockies in the west. The route also passes near Loreburn (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 1177 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: Carberry – Lacombe

What is the straight-line distance between Carberry and Lacombe?

The straight-line distance between Carberry and Lacombe is about 1041.3 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.

What is the estimated road distance from Carberry to Lacombe?

The estimated road distance from Carberry to Lacombe is about 1177 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 Carberry to Lacombe?

Indicative drive time from Carberry to Lacombe is about 13 h 4 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 Carberry to Lacombe?

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 Carberry–Lacombe 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 Carberry to Lacombe?

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 Carberry to Lacombe?

A common alternative is going via Loreburn or Kenaston. Use the live planner to compare routes.

Can I open the Carberry–Lacombe 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 Carberry as origin and Lacombe as destination.