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Route from Emerson to Val Quentin

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

Distance from Emerson to Val Quentin

The straight-line distance between Emerson and Val Quentin is 1295.3 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 1464 km, with an indicative drive time of 16 h 16 min.

Straight-line distance 1295.3 km
Estimated road distance ~1464 km
Indicative drive time 16 h 16 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: Emerson – Val Quentin

Route type Long

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

Indicative fuel cost $164–$222

Estimate: ~1464 km, 8 L/100 km, $1.65/L. ±15%. Excludes tolls.

Driving directions from Emerson to Val Quentin

The map shows the locations of Emerson (A) and Val Quentin (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 Emerson to Val Quentin

Real distance: 1,486.9 km  ·  Estimated time: 18 h 41 min

🗓 Calculated on June 3, 2026
  1. Drive south on Manchester Avenue. 238 m
  2. Turn right onto Merrick Avenue. 348 m
  3. Turn left onto 2nd Street West. 73 m
  4. Turn right onto Provincial Road 200/PR 200. 2.0 km
  5. Bear right toward PTH 75 North/Winnipeg. 276 m
  6. Bear right onto PTH 75/Lord Selkirk Highway. 20.6 km
  7. Turn left onto Provincial Trunk Highway 14/PTH 14. Continue on PTH 14. 44.9 km
  8. Turn right onto Centennial Street/PR 428. Continue on PR 428. 18.3 km
  9. Turn left onto Provincial Trunk Highway 23/route provinciale à grande circulation 23/PTH 23. 5.7 km
  10. Bear right onto PTH 3. 14.9 km
  11. Bear left onto Main Street South/PTH 13. Continue on PTH 13. 50.3 km
  12. 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 – Val Quentin

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Indicative estimates based on ~1464 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

Emerson

Manitoba · 49.00790, -97.22340

Emerson sits in southern Manitoba near latitude 49.0079 and longitude -97.2234, positioned on the province’s agricultural plains close to the international boundary. A small community of roughly 660 people, it functions…

Destination

Val Quentin

Alberta · 53.66920, -114.37800

Val Quentin sits in north-central Alberta as a small rural community within the province's interior. On provincial maps it appears as a low-density settlement rather than part of a metropolitan area, set amid a mix of…

How to drive from Emerson to Val Quentin

The straight-line distance between Emerson (Manitoba) and Val Quentin (Alberta) is about 1295.3 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 – Val Quentin

How far is Emerson from Val Quentin? The road estimate is around 1464 km, with an indicative drive time of 16 h 16 min. The route connects Manitoba to Alberta — a long route (over 300 km). Plan multiple breaks and check highway traffic, weather, and fuel availability — particularly in remote sections. Verify the track with the live planner for current instructions.

The trip starts at Emerson (Manitoba) — coordinates 49.0079° N, -97.2234° E. The destination is Val Quentin (Alberta), at 53.6692° N, -114.3780° E.

Practical tips for the Emerson – Val Quentin drive

Terrain along the way

The route starts in Manitoba — a province prairie and lake country, with thousands of lakes and rivers — and reaches Val Quentin in Alberta, prairie in the south rising into the Canadian Rockies in the west. The route also passes near Davidson (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 1464 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: Emerson – Val Quentin

What is the straight-line distance between Emerson and Val Quentin?

The straight-line distance between Emerson and Val Quentin is about 1295.3 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.

What is the estimated road distance from Emerson to Val Quentin?

The estimated road distance from Emerson to Val Quentin is about 1464 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 Val Quentin?

Indicative drive time from Emerson to Val Quentin is about 16 h 16 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 Val Quentin?

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–Val Quentin 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 Val Quentin?

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 Val Quentin?

A common alternative is going via Davidson or Imperial. Use the live planner to compare routes.

Can I open the Emerson–Val Quentin 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 Val Quentin as destination.