Route from Grand View to Ardmore
Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Grand View to Ardmore — 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 Grand View (Manitoba) and Ardmore (Alberta). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.
Distance from Grand View to Ardmore
The straight-line distance between Grand View and Ardmore is 740.9 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 837 km, with an indicative drive time of 9 h 18 min.
Trip cost and route type: Grand View – Ardmore
Driving directions from Grand View to Ardmore
The map shows the locations of Grand View (A) and Ardmore (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 Grand View to Ardmore
Real distance: 877.3 km · Estimated time: 10 h 45 min
- Drive west. 19 m
- Turn right. 3.3 km
- Turn left onto Provincial Trunk Highway 5/PTH 5. 118.3 km
- Turn right onto 16/9/Yellowhead Highway. Continue on 9. 3.3 km
- Turn left onto Yorkton Truck Bypass. 7.1 km
- Turn right onto 16/Yellowhead Route. Continue on 16. 158.2 km
- Turn right onto 16/6/Trans Canada Highway: CanAm Highway. 5.2 km
- Turn left onto 16/Trans Canada Highway: Yellowhead Route. Continue on 16. 148.9 km
- Take the 11 North/16 West/Circle Drive North exit toward Circle Drive North. 11.3 km
- Turn right to take the 16 west/11 north/Idylwyld Drive ramp toward 12 north. 2.2 km
- Keep left to take 16/Yellowhead Route toward The Battlefords. 129.4 km
- Keep left to take 16/40. 4.0 km
Standard car route without avoiding highways. For advanced options (motorcycle, bicycle, transit, avoid tolls) use the live planner above.
Estimate trip cost: Grand View – Ardmore
Indicative estimates based on ~837 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 Grand View to Ardmore
The straight-line distance between Grand View (Manitoba) and Ardmore (Alberta) is about 740.9 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: Grand View – Ardmore
Planning a trip from Grand View to Ardmore means budgeting around 837 km on the road and an indicative drive time of 9 h 18 min by car. The route connects Manitoba to Alberta 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 Grand View (Manitoba) — coordinates 51.1550° N, -100.7890° E. The destination is Ardmore (Alberta), at 54.3327° N, -110.4780° E.
Practical tips for the Grand View – Ardmore drive
Terrain along the way
The route starts in Manitoba — a province prairie and lake country, with thousands of lakes and rivers — and reaches Ardmore in Alberta, prairie in the south rising into the Canadian Rockies in the west. The route also passes near Wakaw (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 837 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 Grand View – Ardmore route
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Routes with intermediate stops: Grand View → Wakaw · Grand View → St. Louis · Grand View → Cudworth
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Frequently asked questions: Grand View – Ardmore
What is the straight-line distance between Grand View and Ardmore?
The straight-line distance between Grand View and Ardmore is about 740.9 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.
What is the estimated road distance from Grand View to Ardmore?
The estimated road distance from Grand View to Ardmore is about 837 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 Grand View to Ardmore?
Indicative drive time from Grand View to Ardmore is about 9 h 18 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 Grand View to Ardmore?
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 Grand View–Ardmore 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 Grand View to Ardmore?
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 Grand View to Ardmore?
A common alternative is going via Wakaw or St. Louis. Use the live planner to compare routes.
Can I open the Grand View–Ardmore 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 Grand View as origin and Ardmore as destination.