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Route from Gladstone to Medicine Hat

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

Distance from Gladstone to Medicine Hat

The straight-line distance between Gladstone and Medicine Hat is 835.2 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 944 km, with an indicative drive time of 10 h 29 min.

Straight-line distance 835.2 km
Estimated road distance ~944 km
Indicative drive time 10 h 29 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: Gladstone – Medicine Hat

Route type Long

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

Indicative fuel cost $106–$143

Estimate: ~944 km, 8 L/100 km, $1.65/L. ±15%. Excludes tolls.

Driving directions from Gladstone to Medicine Hat

The map shows the locations of Gladstone (A) and Medicine Hat (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 Gladstone to Medicine Hat

Real distance: 943.2 km  ·  Estimated time: 10 h 41 min

🗓 Calculated on June 4, 2026
  1. Drive west on Dennis Street. 54 m
  2. Turn left onto Morris Street. 30.2 km
  3. Bear right onto PTH 1 West/Trans-Canada Highway/Route Transcanadienne. 427.7 km
  4. Keep left to take 1/Regina Bypass. 24.3 km
  5. Keep left to take 1/Trans-Canada Highway toward Moose Jaw. 440.7 km
  6. Turn right onto Buffalo Trail/41. 7.0 km
  7. Turn left onto 41A. 11.0 km
  8. Turn right onto Prince Street Southeast/41A. 103 m
  9. Turn left onto Maple Avenue Southeast/41A. 793 m
  10. Turn left onto 1 Street Southeast/41A. 133 m
  11. Turn right onto 6 Avenue Southeast. 31 m

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

Estimate trip cost: Gladstone – Medicine Hat

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Range ±15%

Indicative estimates based on ~944 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

Gladstone

Manitoba · 50.22570, -98.95000

Gladstone sits in south-central Manitoba at latitude 50.2257, longitude −98.95. The town of about 928 people is a small, locally focused settlement amid agricultural prairie and mixed farmland. On provincial and…

Destination

Medicine Hat

Alberta · 50.04170, -110.67700

Medicine Hat sits in southeastern Alberta on the South Saskatchewan River and is the principal city for a wide area of prairie and river-valley countryside. On road maps it functions as a regional access point for…

How to drive from Gladstone to Medicine Hat

The straight-line distance between Gladstone (Manitoba) and Medicine Hat (Alberta) is about 835.2 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: Gladstone – Medicine Hat

The route from Gladstone to Medicine Hat connects Manitoba to Alberta. The straight-line distance is about 835.2 km, with an estimated road distance of 944 km — a long route (over 300 km). Plan multiple breaks and check highway traffic, weather, and fuel availability — particularly in remote sections. Use the live planner for an up-to-date track, turn-by-turn directions, and a trip-cost estimate.

The trip starts at Gladstone (Manitoba) — coordinates 50.2257° N, -98.9500° E. The destination is Medicine Hat (Alberta), at 50.0417° N, -110.6770° E.

Practical tips for the Gladstone – Medicine Hat drive

Terrain along the way

The route starts in Manitoba — a province prairie and lake country, with thousands of lakes and rivers — and reaches Medicine Hat in Alberta, prairie in the south rising into the Canadian Rockies in the west. The route also passes near Wilcox (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 944 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: Gladstone – Medicine Hat

What is the straight-line distance between Gladstone and Medicine Hat?

The straight-line distance between Gladstone and Medicine Hat is about 835.2 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.

What is the estimated road distance from Gladstone to Medicine Hat?

The estimated road distance from Gladstone to Medicine Hat is about 944 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 Gladstone to Medicine Hat?

Indicative drive time from Gladstone to Medicine Hat is about 10 h 29 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 Gladstone to Medicine Hat?

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 Gladstone–Medicine Hat 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 Gladstone to Medicine Hat?

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 Gladstone to Medicine Hat?

A common alternative is going via Wilcox or Rouleau. Use the live planner to compare routes.

Can I open the Gladstone–Medicine Hat 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 Gladstone as origin and Medicine Hat as destination.