Route from Manitou to Irricana
Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Manitou to Irricana — 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 Manitou (Manitoba) and Irricana (Alberta). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.
Distance from Manitou to Irricana
The straight-line distance between Manitou and Irricana is 1093.9 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 1236 km, with an indicative drive time of 13 h 44 min.
Trip cost and route type: Manitou – Irricana
Driving directions from Manitou to Irricana
The map shows the locations of Manitou (A) and Irricana (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 Manitou to Irricana
Real distance: 1,280.4 km · Estimated time: 15 h 4 min
- Drive southwest on Sixth Street. 78 m
- Turn right onto Front Avenue. 872 m
- Turn right onto Eleventh Street/PR 244. Continue on PR 244. 15.6 km
- Turn left onto Highway 23/PTH 23. Continue on PTH 23. 21.9 km
- Turn right onto Provincial Trunk Highway 34/PTH 34. Continue on PTH 34. 65.6 km
- Turn left onto PTH 1 West/Trans-Canada Highway/Route Transcanadienne. Continue on Trans-Canada Highway. 411.7 km
- Take exit 217 onto 46 toward Regina/Balgonie/Edenwold. 802 m
- Keep right to take 46. 22.1 km
- Take the Ring Road West ramp. 2.5 km
- Take the 6 North exit toward Saskatoon. 504 m
- Keep right to take 6 North. 798 m
- Take the 11A North exit toward Lumsden/Saskatoon. 172.9 km
Standard car route without avoiding highways. For advanced options (motorcycle, bicycle, transit, avoid tolls) use the live planner above.
Estimate trip cost: Manitou – Irricana
Indicative estimates based on ~1236 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 Manitou to Irricana
The straight-line distance between Manitou (Manitoba) and Irricana (Alberta) is about 1093.9 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: Manitou – Irricana
The route from Manitou to Irricana connects Manitoba to Alberta. The straight-line distance is about 1093.9 km, with an estimated road distance of 1236 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 Manitou (Manitoba) — coordinates 49.2424° N, -98.5335° E. The destination is Irricana (Alberta), at 51.3189° N, -113.6110° E.
Practical tips for the Manitou – Irricana drive
Terrain along the way
The route starts in Manitoba — a province prairie and lake country, with thousands of lakes and rivers — and reaches Irricana in Alberta, prairie in the south rising into the Canadian Rockies in the west. The route also passes near Caron (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 1236 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 Manitou – Irricana route
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Routes with intermediate stops: Manitou → Caron · Manitou → Caronport · Manitou → Moose Jaw
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Frequently asked questions: Manitou – Irricana
What is the straight-line distance between Manitou and Irricana?
The straight-line distance between Manitou and Irricana is about 1093.9 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.
What is the estimated road distance from Manitou to Irricana?
The estimated road distance from Manitou to Irricana is about 1236 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 Manitou to Irricana?
Indicative drive time from Manitou to Irricana is about 13 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 Manitou to Irricana?
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 Manitou–Irricana 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 Manitou to Irricana?
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 Manitou to Irricana?
A common alternative is going via Caron or Caronport. Use the live planner to compare routes.
Can I open the Manitou–Irricana 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 Manitou as origin and Irricana as destination.