Route from Grosse Isle to Cut Knife
Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Grosse Isle to Cut Knife — 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 Grosse Isle (Manitoba) and Cut Knife (Saskatchewan). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.
Distance from Grosse Isle to Cut Knife
The straight-line distance between Grosse Isle and Cut Knife is 854.9 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 966 km, with an indicative drive time of 10 h 44 min.
Trip cost and route type: Grosse Isle – Cut Knife
Driving directions from Grosse Isle to Cut Knife
The map shows the locations of Grosse Isle (A) and Cut Knife (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 Grosse Isle to Cut Knife
Real distance: 994.4 km · Estimated time: 12 h 13 min
- Drive southeast on PTH 6/Northern Woods and Water Route/route provinciale à grande circulation 6. 13.2 km
- Bear left toward 6 South/Winnipeg. 664 m
- Take the 101 West exit. 11.9 km
- Take exit 42B onto PTH 1 West toward Brandon. 85.9 km
- Take the 16 West exit toward Saskatoon. 222 m
- Bear right onto PTH 16/Yellowhead Highway/Route Yellowhead. Continue on PTH 16. 115.3 km
- Turn right to take the ramp toward Dauphin/Russell. 6.2 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
Standard car route without avoiding highways. For advanced options (motorcycle, bicycle, transit, avoid tolls) use the live planner above.
Estimate trip cost: Grosse Isle – Cut Knife
Indicative estimates based on ~966 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 Grosse Isle to Cut Knife
The straight-line distance between Grosse Isle (Manitoba) and Cut Knife (Saskatchewan) is about 854.9 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: Grosse Isle – Cut Knife
The distance from Grosse Isle to Cut Knife is estimated at 966 km on a mixed road profile, starting from 854.9 km straight line. It is a long route (over 300 km) that connects Manitoba to Saskatchewan. Plan multiple breaks and check highway traffic, weather, and fuel availability — particularly in remote sections. Calculate the current route with the live planner for detailed instructions.
The trip starts at Grosse Isle (Manitoba) — coordinates 50.0667° N, -97.4500° E. The destination is Cut Knife (Saskatchewan), at 52.7456° N, -109.0210° E.
Practical tips for the Grosse Isle – Cut Knife drive
Terrain along the way
The route starts in Manitoba — a province prairie and lake country, with thousands of lakes and rivers — and reaches Cut Knife in Saskatchewan, prairie to the south and boreal forest, lakes, and Shield country to the north. The route also passes near Ituna (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 966 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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Routes with intermediate stops: Grosse Isle → Ituna · Grosse Isle → Springside · Grosse Isle → Rama
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Frequently asked questions: Grosse Isle – Cut Knife
What is the straight-line distance between Grosse Isle and Cut Knife?
The straight-line distance between Grosse Isle and Cut Knife is about 854.9 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.
What is the estimated road distance from Grosse Isle to Cut Knife?
The estimated road distance from Grosse Isle to Cut Knife is about 966 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 Grosse Isle to Cut Knife?
Indicative drive time from Grosse Isle to Cut Knife is about 10 h 44 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 Grosse Isle to Cut Knife?
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 Grosse Isle–Cut Knife 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 Grosse Isle to Cut Knife?
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 Grosse Isle to Cut Knife?
A common alternative is going via Ituna or Springside. Use the live planner to compare routes.
Can I open the Grosse Isle–Cut Knife 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 Grosse Isle as origin and Cut Knife as destination.