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Route from Dunnottar to Duck Lake

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

Distance from Dunnottar to Duck Lake

The straight-line distance between Dunnottar and Duck Lake is 692 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 782 km, with an indicative drive time of 8 h 41 min.

Straight-line distance 692 km
Estimated road distance ~782 km
Indicative drive time 8 h 41 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: Dunnottar – Duck Lake

Route type Long

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

Indicative fuel cost $88–$119

Estimate: ~782 km, 8 L/100 km, $1.65/L. ±15%. Excludes tolls.

Driving directions from Dunnottar to Duck Lake

The map shows the locations of Dunnottar (A) and Duck Lake (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 Dunnottar to Duck Lake

Real distance: 869.5 km  ·  Estimated time: 11 h 11 min

🗓 Calculated on June 4, 2026
  1. Drive south on Gimli Road/PR 232. 7.3 km
  2. Turn left onto Manitoba Veterans Memorial Highway/PTH 8. 6.6 km
  3. Turn right onto Provincial Trunk Highway 17/PTH 17. 38.6 km
  4. Turn right onto Provincial Trunk Highway 17/PTH 17/PR 229. 3.3 km
  5. Turn left onto Provincial Road 229/PR 229. 40.2 km
  6. Turn right onto PTH 6/Northern Woods and Water Route/route provinciale à grande circulation 6. 43.1 km
  7. Turn left onto Northern Woods and Water Route/Provincial Trunk Highway 68/route provinciale à grande circulation 68/PTH 68. Continue on PTH 68. 126.7 km
  8. Turn right onto Northern Woods and Water Route/PTH 5. Continue on PTH 5. 39.7 km
  9. Turn right onto Highway 10/PTH 5/PTH 10. 4.2 km
  10. Turn left toward Swan River/Roblin. 96.3 km
  11. Turn right onto Provincial Trunk Highway 83/PTH 83. 25.8 km
  12. Turn left onto Provincial Road 363/PR 363. 35.6 km

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

Estimate trip cost: Dunnottar – Duck Lake

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Indicative estimates based on ~782 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

Dunnottar

Manitoba · 50.45390, -96.94720

Dunnottar sits on the western shore of Lake Winnipeg in Manitoba’s Interlake region, located along a stretch of lakeshore north of the provincial capital. The community is a small lakeside residential and seasonal…

Destination

Duck Lake

Saskatchewan · 52.81670, -106.23300

Duck Lake sits in central Saskatchewan within the province’s aspen parkland zone, serving a small rural population and the surrounding agricultural district. It is not part of a metropolitan area but appears on regional…

How to drive from Dunnottar to Duck Lake

The straight-line distance between Dunnottar (Manitoba) and Duck Lake (Saskatchewan) is about 692 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: Dunnottar – Duck Lake

Planning a trip from Dunnottar to Duck Lake means budgeting around 782 km on the road and an indicative drive time of 8 h 41 min by car. The route connects Manitoba to Saskatchewan and falls into a long route (over 300 km). Plan multiple breaks and check highway traffic, weather, and fuel availability — particularly in remote sections.

The trip starts at Dunnottar (Manitoba) — coordinates 50.4539° N, -96.9472° E. The destination is Duck Lake (Saskatchewan), at 52.8167° N, -106.2330° E.

Practical tips for the Dunnottar – Duck Lake drive

Terrain along the way

The route starts in Manitoba — a province prairie and lake country, with thousands of lakes and rivers — and reaches Duck Lake in Saskatchewan, prairie to the south and boreal forest, lakes, and Shield country to the north. The route also passes near Kamsack (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 782 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: Dunnottar – Duck Lake

What is the straight-line distance between Dunnottar and Duck Lake?

The straight-line distance between Dunnottar and Duck Lake is about 692 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.

What is the estimated road distance from Dunnottar to Duck Lake?

The estimated road distance from Dunnottar to Duck Lake is about 782 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 Dunnottar to Duck Lake?

Indicative drive time from Dunnottar to Duck Lake is about 8 h 41 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 Dunnottar to Duck Lake?

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 Dunnottar–Duck Lake 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 Dunnottar to Duck Lake?

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 Dunnottar to Duck Lake?

A common alternative is going via Kamsack or Benito. Use the live planner to compare routes.

Can I open the Dunnottar–Duck Lake 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 Dunnottar as origin and Duck Lake as destination.