Route from Glenboro to Rycroft
Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Glenboro to Rycroft — 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 Glenboro (Manitoba) and Rycroft (Alberta). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.
Distance from Glenboro to Rycroft
The straight-line distance between Glenboro and Rycroft is 1472.6 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 1664 km, with an indicative drive time of 18 h 29 min.
Trip cost and route type: Glenboro – Rycroft
Driving directions from Glenboro to Rycroft
The map shows the locations of Glenboro (A) and Rycroft (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 Glenboro to Rycroft
Real distance: 1,709.8 km · Estimated time: 20 h 26 min
- Drive north on Broadway Street. 57 m
- Turn right onto Railway Avenue. 827 m
- Turn left onto Parks Route/Route provinciale à grande circulation 5/PTH 5. 41.8 km
- Turn left onto PTH 1 West/Trans-Canada Highway/Route Transcanadienne. 41.6 km
- Take the 10 North exit toward Dauphin. 47.7 km
- Turn left onto PTH 16/Yellowhead Highway/Route Yellowhead. 53.3 km
- Bear right. 341 m
- Bear right onto Provincial Trunk Highway 21/PTH 21. 14.2 km
- Turn left onto Provincial Trunk Highway 45/PTH 45. Continue on PTH 45. 59.5 km
- Bear left onto PTH 16/Yellowhead Highway/Route Yellowhead. 103.8 km
- Turn right onto 10A. 1.9 km
- Turn left onto Broadway Street W/52. Continue on 52. 4.3 km
Standard car route without avoiding highways. For advanced options (motorcycle, bicycle, transit, avoid tolls) use the live planner above.
Estimate trip cost: Glenboro – Rycroft
Indicative estimates based on ~1664 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 Glenboro to Rycroft
The straight-line distance between Glenboro (Manitoba) and Rycroft (Alberta) is about 1472.6 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: Glenboro – Rycroft
Driving directions from Glenboro to Rycroft: estimated road distance 1664 km, indicative time about 18 h 29 min by car. 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. Use the live planner for an up-to-date track with turn-by-turn directions.
The trip starts at Glenboro (Manitoba) — coordinates 49.5547° N, -99.2909° E. The destination is Rycroft (Alberta), at 55.7578° N, -118.6970° E.
Practical tips for the Glenboro – Rycroft drive
Terrain along the way
The route starts in Manitoba — a province prairie and lake country, with thousands of lakes and rivers — and reaches Rycroft in Alberta, prairie in the south rising into the Canadian Rockies in the west. The route also passes near Cut Knife (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 1664 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 Glenboro – Rycroft route
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Routes with intermediate stops: Glenboro → Cut Knife · Glenboro → Unity · Glenboro → Delmas
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Frequently asked questions: Glenboro – Rycroft
What is the straight-line distance between Glenboro and Rycroft?
The straight-line distance between Glenboro and Rycroft is about 1472.6 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.
What is the estimated road distance from Glenboro to Rycroft?
The estimated road distance from Glenboro to Rycroft is about 1664 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 Glenboro to Rycroft?
Indicative drive time from Glenboro to Rycroft is about 18 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 Glenboro to Rycroft?
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 Glenboro–Rycroft 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 Glenboro to Rycroft?
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 Glenboro to Rycroft?
A common alternative is going via Cut Knife or Unity. Use the live planner to compare routes.
Can I open the Glenboro–Rycroft 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 Glenboro as origin and Rycroft as destination.