Route from Emerson to Clive
Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Emerson to Clive — 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 Emerson (Manitoba) and Clive (Alberta). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.
Distance from Emerson to Clive
The straight-line distance between Emerson and Clive is 1202.3 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 1359 km, with an indicative drive time of 15 h 6 min.
Trip cost and route type: Emerson – Clive
Driving directions from Emerson to Clive
The map shows the locations of Emerson (A) and Clive (B). Use the form below to calculate the up-to-date road route with turn-by-turn directions, real distance, and estimated drive time.
Turn-by-turn directions
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Driving directions from Emerson to Clive
Real distance: 1,418.9 km · Estimated time: 17 h 23 min
- Drive south on Manchester Avenue. 238 m
- Turn right onto Merrick Avenue. 348 m
- Turn left onto 2nd Street West. 73 m
- Turn right onto Provincial Road 200/PR 200. 2.0 km
- Bear right toward PTH 75 North/Winnipeg. 276 m
- Bear right onto PTH 75/Lord Selkirk Highway. 20.6 km
- Turn left onto Provincial Trunk Highway 14/PTH 14. Continue on PTH 14. 44.9 km
- Turn right onto Centennial Street/PR 428. Continue on PR 428. 18.3 km
- Turn left onto Provincial Trunk Highway 23/route provinciale à grande circulation 23/PTH 23. 5.7 km
- Bear right onto PTH 3. 14.9 km
- Bear left onto Main Street South/PTH 13. Continue on PTH 13. 50.3 km
- Turn left onto PTH 1 West/Trans-Canada Highway/Route Transcanadienne/Trans-Canada Highway. Continue on PTH 1 West/Trans-Canada Highway/Trans-Canada Highway. 35.4 km
Standard car route without avoiding highways. For advanced options (motorcycle, bicycle, transit, avoid tolls) use the live planner above.
Estimate trip cost: Emerson – Clive
Indicative estimates based on ~1359 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 Emerson to Clive
The straight-line distance between Emerson (Manitoba) and Clive (Alberta) is about 1202.3 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: Emerson – Clive
The journey from Emerson to Clive covers roughly 1359 km on the road, equal to 1202.3 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 Emerson (Manitoba) — coordinates 49.0079° N, -97.2234° E. The destination is Clive (Alberta), at 52.4833° N, -113.4500° E.
Practical tips for the Emerson – Clive drive
Terrain along the way
The route starts in Manitoba — a province prairie and lake country, with thousands of lakes and rivers — and reaches Clive in Alberta, prairie in the south rising into the Canadian Rockies in the west. The route also passes near Bethune (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 1359 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 Emerson – Clive route
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Routes with intermediate stops: Emerson → Bethune · Emerson → Pelican Pointe · Emerson → Wee Too Beach
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Frequently asked questions: Emerson – Clive
What is the straight-line distance between Emerson and Clive?
The straight-line distance between Emerson and Clive is about 1202.3 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.
What is the estimated road distance from Emerson to Clive?
The estimated road distance from Emerson to Clive is about 1359 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 Emerson to Clive?
Indicative drive time from Emerson to Clive is about 15 h 6 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 Emerson to Clive?
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 Emerson–Clive 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 Emerson to Clive?
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 Emerson to Clive?
A common alternative is going via Bethune or Pelican Pointe. Use the live planner to compare routes.
Can I open the Emerson–Clive 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 Emerson as origin and Clive as destination.