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Route from Dauphin to Fort Kent

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

Distance from Dauphin to Fort Kent

The straight-line distance between Dauphin and Fort Kent is 788.3 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 891 km, with an indicative drive time of 9 h 54 min.

Straight-line distance 788.3 km
Estimated road distance ~891 km
Indicative drive time 9 h 54 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: Dauphin – Fort Kent

Route type Long

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

Indicative fuel cost $100–$135

Estimate: ~891 km, 8 L/100 km, $1.65/L. ±15%. Excludes tolls.

Driving directions from Dauphin to Fort Kent

The map shows the locations of Dauphin (A) and Fort Kent (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 Dauphin to Fort Kent

Real distance: 935.5 km  ·  Estimated time: 11 h 42 min

🗓 Calculated on June 4, 2026
  1. Drive west. 31 m
  2. Turn left onto Provincial Road 362/PR 362. 4.9 km
  3. Turn right onto Buchanon Avenue/PTH 5A/PTH 10A. 170.3 km
  4. Turn right onto 16/9/Yellowhead Highway. Continue on 9. 3.3 km
  5. Turn left onto Yorkton Truck Bypass. 7.1 km
  6. Turn right onto 16/Yellowhead Route. Continue on 16. 158.2 km
  7. Turn right onto 16/6/Trans Canada Highway: CanAm Highway. 5.2 km
  8. Turn left onto 16/Trans Canada Highway: Yellowhead Route. Continue on 16. 148.9 km
  9. Take the 11 North/16 West/Circle Drive North exit toward Circle Drive North. 11.3 km
  10. Turn right to take the 16 west/11 north/Idylwyld Drive ramp toward 12 north. 2.2 km
  11. Keep left to take 16/Yellowhead Route toward The Battlefords. 129.4 km
  12. Keep left to take 16/40. 4.0 km

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

Estimate trip cost: Dauphin – Fort Kent

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Indicative estimates based on ~891 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

Dauphin

Manitoba · 51.19920, -100.06300

Dauphin sits in Manitoba’s Parkland region of west‑central Canada, acting as a compact regional centre for surrounding farmland, timbered highlands and small lakes. The town occupies the prairie–parkland transition and…

Destination

Fort Kent

Alberta · 54.31310, -110.60400

Fort Kent sits in northern Alberta within the boreal forest region at mid‑high latitude. It is not part of a larger metropolitan area but functions on maps as a local node for drivers moving among dispersed rural…

How to drive from Dauphin to Fort Kent

The straight-line distance between Dauphin (Manitoba) and Fort Kent (Alberta) is about 788.3 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: Dauphin – Fort Kent

Looking for directions from Dauphin to Fort Kent? The estimated road distance is 891 km (788.3 km straight line), with an indicative drive time of 9 h 54 min. A long route (over 300 km) that connects Manitoba to Alberta. Plan multiple breaks and check highway traffic, weather, and fuel availability — particularly in remote sections. Choose the transport mode in the live planner to get the detailed track.

The trip starts at Dauphin (Manitoba) — coordinates 51.1992° N, -100.0630° E. The destination is Fort Kent (Alberta), at 54.3131° N, -110.6040° E.

Practical tips for the Dauphin – Fort Kent drive

Terrain along the way

The route starts in Manitoba — a province prairie and lake country, with thousands of lakes and rivers — and reaches Fort Kent in Alberta, prairie in the south rising into the Canadian Rockies in the west. The route also passes near Meskanaw (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 891 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: Dauphin – Fort Kent

What is the straight-line distance between Dauphin and Fort Kent?

The straight-line distance between Dauphin and Fort Kent is about 788.3 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.

What is the estimated road distance from Dauphin to Fort Kent?

The estimated road distance from Dauphin to Fort Kent is about 891 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 Dauphin to Fort Kent?

Indicative drive time from Dauphin to Fort Kent is about 9 h 54 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 Dauphin to Fort Kent?

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 Dauphin–Fort Kent 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 Dauphin to Fort Kent?

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 Dauphin to Fort Kent?

A common alternative is going via Meskanaw or Birch Hills. Use the live planner to compare routes.

Can I open the Dauphin–Fort Kent 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 Dauphin as origin and Fort Kent as destination.