Route from Macgregor to Willingdon
Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Macgregor to Willingdon — 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 Macgregor (Manitoba) and Willingdon (Alberta). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.
Distance from Macgregor to Willingdon
The straight-line distance between Macgregor and Willingdon is 1009.1 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 1140 km, with an indicative drive time of 12 h 40 min.
Trip cost and route type: Macgregor – Willingdon
Driving directions from Macgregor to Willingdon
The map shows the locations of Macgregor (A) and Willingdon (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 Macgregor to Willingdon
Real distance: 1,139.3 km · Estimated time: 13 h 53 min
- Drive west on Hampton Street. 1.0 km
- Turn right onto Macauley Road. 509 m
- Turn left onto PTH 1 West/Trans-Canada Highway/Route Transcanadienne. 11.5 km
- Bear right onto Provincial Trunk Highway 34/PTH 34. 29.5 km
- Turn left onto PTH 16/Yellowhead Highway/Route Yellowhead. Continue on PTH 16. 66.0 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
- Turn right onto 10A. 1.9 km
Standard car route without avoiding highways. For advanced options (motorcycle, bicycle, transit, avoid tolls) use the live planner above.
Estimate trip cost: Macgregor – Willingdon
Indicative estimates based on ~1140 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 Macgregor to Willingdon
The straight-line distance between Macgregor (Manitoba) and Willingdon (Alberta) is about 1009.1 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: Macgregor – Willingdon
The journey from Macgregor to Willingdon covers roughly 1140 km on the road, equal to 1009.1 km straight line. The trip connects Manitoba to Alberta and is classified as a long route (over 300 km). Plan multiple breaks and check highway traffic, weather, and fuel availability — particularly in remote sections. Open the interactive planner for the route map, turns, and a fuel-or-EV cost calculator.
The trip starts at Macgregor (Manitoba) — coordinates 49.9666° N, -98.7763° E. The destination is Willingdon (Alberta), at 53.8283° N, -112.1180° E.
Practical tips for the Macgregor – Willingdon drive
Terrain along the way
The route starts in Manitoba — a province prairie and lake country, with thousands of lakes and rivers — and reaches Willingdon in Alberta, prairie in the south rising into the Canadian Rockies in the west. The route also passes near Viscount (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 1140 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 Macgregor – Willingdon route
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Routes with intermediate stops: Macgregor → Viscount · Macgregor → Drake · Macgregor → Humboldt
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Frequently asked questions: Macgregor – Willingdon
What is the straight-line distance between Macgregor and Willingdon?
The straight-line distance between Macgregor and Willingdon is about 1009.1 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.
What is the estimated road distance from Macgregor to Willingdon?
The estimated road distance from Macgregor to Willingdon is about 1140 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 Macgregor to Willingdon?
Indicative drive time from Macgregor to Willingdon is about 12 h 40 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 Macgregor to Willingdon?
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 Macgregor–Willingdon 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 Macgregor to Willingdon?
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 Macgregor to Willingdon?
A common alternative is going via Viscount or Drake. Use the live planner to compare routes.
Can I open the Macgregor–Willingdon 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 Macgregor as origin and Willingdon as destination.