Route from Dauphin to Portage La Prairie
Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Dauphin to Portage La Prairie — 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 Portage La Prairie (Manitoba). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.
Distance from Dauphin to Portage La Prairie
The straight-line distance between Dauphin and Portage La Prairie is 185 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 222 km, with an indicative drive time of 2 h 28 min.
Trip cost and route type: Dauphin – Portage La Prairie
Driving directions from Dauphin to Portage La Prairie
The map shows the locations of Dauphin (A) and Portage La Prairie (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 Portage La Prairie
Real distance: 249.4 km · Estimated time: 3 h 25 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. 1.6 km
- Turn left toward Neepawa/Brandon. 5.2 km
- Bear right onto Highway 10/PTH 5/PTH 10. 3.9 km
- Turn left to stay on PTH 5. 132.9 km
- Turn left onto PTH 16/PTH 5/Main Street. Continue on PTH 16. 87.5 km
- Turn left onto PTH 1 East/Trans-Canada Highway/Yellowhead Highway/Trans-Canada Highway/Route Transcanadienne/Trans-Canada Highway. Continue on PTH 1 East/Trans-Canada Highway/Yellowhead Highway/Trans-Canada Highway/Trans-Canada Highway. 6.6 km
- Take the 1A exit toward Portage la Prairie. 628 m
- Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit toward 1A East/Portage la Prairie. 5.7 km
- Turn right onto Tupper Street South. 53 m
- Turn right. 46 m
Standard car route without avoiding highways. For advanced options (motorcycle, bicycle, transit, avoid tolls) use the live planner above.
Estimate trip cost: Dauphin – Portage La Prairie
Indicative estimates based on ~222 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 Portage La Prairie
The straight-line distance between Dauphin (Manitoba) and Portage La Prairie (Manitoba) is about 185 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 – Portage La Prairie
Driving directions from Dauphin to Portage La Prairie: estimated road distance 222 km, indicative time about 2 h 28 min by car. The route stays within Manitoba — a medium-distance route (100–300 km). Plan at least one stop and check fuel before departure. Use the live planner for an up-to-date track with turn-by-turn directions.
Practical tips for the Dauphin – Portage La Prairie drive
Terrain along the way
The route stays within Manitoba, prairie and lake country, with thousands of lakes and rivers.
When to leave
For a medium-distance trip, leaving before 07:00 or after 10:00 helps you avoid urban congestion. Friday afternoons and Sunday returns often slow the major highways.
Alternatives
For this route of about 222 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 – Portage La Prairie route
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Routes with intermediate stops: Dauphin → Plumas
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Frequently asked questions: Dauphin – Portage La Prairie
What is the straight-line distance between Dauphin and Portage La Prairie?
The straight-line distance between Dauphin and Portage La Prairie is about 185 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.
What is the estimated road distance from Dauphin to Portage La Prairie?
The estimated road distance from Dauphin to Portage La Prairie is about 222 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 Portage La Prairie?
Indicative drive time from Dauphin to Portage La Prairie is about 2 h 28 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 Portage La Prairie?
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–Portage La Prairie 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 Portage La Prairie?
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 Portage La Prairie?
A common alternative is going via Plumas. Use the live planner to compare routes.
Can I open the Dauphin–Portage La Prairie 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 Portage La Prairie as destination.