Route from Dauphin to Lac La Biche
Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Dauphin to Lac La Biche — 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 Lac La Biche (Alberta). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.
Distance from Dauphin to Lac La Biche
The straight-line distance between Dauphin and Lac La Biche is 888.7 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 1004 km, with an indicative drive time of 11 h 9 min.
Trip cost and route type: Dauphin – Lac La Biche
Driving directions from Dauphin to Lac La Biche
The map shows the locations of Dauphin (A) and Lac La Biche (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 Lac La Biche
Real distance: 1,063.9 km · Estimated time: 13 h 7 min
- Drive west. 31 m
- Turn left onto Provincial Road 362/PR 362. 4.9 km
- Turn right onto Buchanon Avenue/PTH 5A/PTH 10A. 170.3 km
- Turn right onto 16/9/Yellowhead Highway. Continue on 9. 3.3 km
- Turn left onto Yorkton Truck Bypass. 7.1 km
- Turn right onto 16/Yellowhead Route. Continue on 16. 158.2 km
- Turn right onto 16/6/Trans Canada Highway: CanAm Highway. 5.2 km
- Turn left onto 16/Trans Canada Highway: Yellowhead Route. Continue on 16. 148.9 km
- Take the 11 North/16 West/Circle Drive North exit toward Circle Drive North. 11.3 km
- Turn right to take the 16 west/11 north/Idylwyld Drive ramp toward 12 north. 2.2 km
- Keep left to take 16/Yellowhead Route toward The Battlefords. 129.4 km
- 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 – Lac La Biche
Indicative estimates based on ~1004 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 Dauphin to Lac La Biche
The straight-line distance between Dauphin (Manitoba) and Lac La Biche (Alberta) is about 888.7 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 – Lac La Biche
The journey from Dauphin to Lac La Biche covers roughly 1004 km on the road, equal to 888.7 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 Dauphin (Manitoba) — coordinates 51.1992° N, -100.0630° E. The destination is Lac La Biche (Alberta), at 54.7719° N, -111.9650° E.
Practical tips for the Dauphin – Lac La Biche drive
Terrain along the way
The route starts in Manitoba — a province prairie and lake country, with thousands of lakes and rivers — and reaches Lac La Biche in Alberta, prairie in the south rising into the Canadian Rockies in the west. The route also passes near St. Louis (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 1004 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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Cities along the Dauphin – Lac La Biche route
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Routes with intermediate stops: Dauphin → St. Louis · Dauphin → Duck Lake · Dauphin → Crutwell
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Frequently asked questions: Dauphin – Lac La Biche
What is the straight-line distance between Dauphin and Lac La Biche?
The straight-line distance between Dauphin and Lac La Biche is about 888.7 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.
What is the estimated road distance from Dauphin to Lac La Biche?
The estimated road distance from Dauphin to Lac La Biche is about 1004 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 Lac La Biche?
Indicative drive time from Dauphin to Lac La Biche is about 11 h 9 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 Lac La Biche?
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–Lac La Biche 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 Lac La Biche?
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 Lac La Biche?
A common alternative is going via St. Louis or Duck Lake. Use the live planner to compare routes.
Can I open the Dauphin–Lac La Biche 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 Lac La Biche as destination.