Route from McCreary to Marwayne
Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from McCreary to Marwayne — 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 McCreary (Manitoba) and Marwayne (Alberta). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.
Distance from McCreary to Marwayne
The straight-line distance between McCreary and Marwayne is 800.8 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 905 km, with an indicative drive time of 10 h 3 min.
Trip cost and route type: McCreary – Marwayne
Driving directions from McCreary to Marwayne
The map shows the locations of McCreary (A) and Marwayne (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 McCreary to Marwayne
Real distance: 905.8 km · Estimated time: 11 h 32 min
- Drive north on Provincial Trunk Highway 5/PTH 5. Continue on PTH 5. 74.1 km
- Turn right onto Highway 10/PTH 5/PTH 10. 4.2 km
- Turn left toward Swan River/Roblin. 173.8 km
- Turn right onto 16/9/Yellowhead Highway. 1.7 km
- Turn left onto York Road East. 165.8 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. 9.1 km
- Keep left to stay on 16/Circle Drive. 2.2 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: McCreary – Marwayne
Indicative estimates based on ~905 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 McCreary to Marwayne
The straight-line distance between McCreary (Manitoba) and Marwayne (Alberta) is about 800.8 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: McCreary – Marwayne
The route from McCreary to Marwayne connects Manitoba to Alberta. The straight-line distance is about 800.8 km, with an estimated road distance of 905 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 McCreary (Manitoba) — coordinates 50.7494° N, -99.4850° E. The destination is Marwayne (Alberta), at 53.5167° N, -110.3330° E.
Practical tips for the McCreary – Marwayne drive
Terrain along the way
The route starts in Manitoba — a province prairie and lake country, with thousands of lakes and rivers — and reaches Marwayne in Alberta, prairie in the south rising into the Canadian Rockies in the west. The route also passes near Muenster (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 905 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 McCreary – Marwayne route
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Routes with intermediate stops: McCreary → Muenster · McCreary → Humboldt · McCreary → Englefeld
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Frequently asked questions: McCreary – Marwayne
What is the straight-line distance between McCreary and Marwayne?
The straight-line distance between McCreary and Marwayne is about 800.8 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.
What is the estimated road distance from McCreary to Marwayne?
The estimated road distance from McCreary to Marwayne is about 905 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 McCreary to Marwayne?
Indicative drive time from McCreary to Marwayne is about 10 h 3 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 McCreary to Marwayne?
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 McCreary–Marwayne 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 McCreary to Marwayne?
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 McCreary to Marwayne?
A common alternative is going via Muenster or Humboldt. Use the live planner to compare routes.
Can I open the McCreary–Marwayne 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 McCreary as origin and Marwayne as destination.