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Route from Minitonas to Duck Lake

Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Minitonas to Duck Lake — 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 Minitonas (Manitoba) and Duck Lake (Saskatchewan). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.

Distance from Minitonas to Duck Lake

The straight-line distance between Minitonas and Duck Lake is 361.2 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 408 km, with an indicative drive time of 4 h 32 min.

Straight-line distance 361.2 km
Estimated road distance ~408 km
Indicative drive time 4 h 32 min
Note: values are approximate estimates. Road distance is calculated by multiplying the straight-line distance by a road-deviation factor (1.13–1.30 based on length). Drive time assumes ~90 km/h average. Real traffic, tolls, and conditions can vary significantly. Use the live planner for current data.

Trip cost and route type: Minitonas – Duck Lake

Route type Long

Long route (over 300 km) — plan a break roughly every 2 hours and check highway traffic and weather.

Indicative fuel cost $46–$62

Estimate: ~408 km, 8 L/100 km, $1.65/L. ±15%. Excludes tolls.

Driving directions from Minitonas to Duck Lake

The map shows the locations of Minitonas (A) and Duck Lake (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 Minitonas to Duck Lake

Real distance: 466.4 km  ·  Estimated time: 6 h 14 min

🗓 Calculated on June 4, 2026
  1. Drive east on 4 Avenue. 58 m
  2. Turn left onto Learners Street/PR 366. Continue on PR 366. 1.4 km
  3. Turn left onto Northern Woods and Water Route/PTH 10/PR 366. Continue on PTH 10. 14.8 km
  4. Bear right. 82 m
  5. Turn right onto Kelsey Trail/PTH 10. Continue on PTH 10. 75.4 km
  6. Turn left onto Provincial Trunk Highway 77/PTH 77. 91.2 km
  7. Turn right onto Highway 3/3. 90.6 km
  8. Turn left onto 3/23. 3.3 km
  9. Turn right onto Highway 3/3. 62.7 km
  10. Keep right to take Highway 41/41. 51.0 km
  11. Turn right onto Highway 20/20. 7.3 km
  12. Turn left onto 320. 26.2 km

Standard car route without avoiding highways. For advanced options (motorcycle, bicycle, transit, avoid tolls) use the live planner above.

Estimate trip cost: Minitonas – Duck Lake

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Indicative estimates based on ~408 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

Origin

Minitonas

Manitoba · 52.08710, -101.03800

Minitonas sits in the western Parkland area of Manitoba, shown on maps as a small, stand-alone community amid a mix of farmland and woodlots. It is not part of a metropolitan area; on regional maps it functions as a…

Destination

Duck Lake

Saskatchewan · 52.81670, -106.23300

Duck Lake sits in central Saskatchewan within the province’s aspen parkland zone, serving a small rural population and the surrounding agricultural district. It is not part of a metropolitan area but appears on regional…

How to drive from Minitonas to Duck Lake

The straight-line distance between Minitonas (Manitoba) and Duck Lake (Saskatchewan) is about 361.2 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: Minitonas – Duck Lake

Driving directions from Minitonas to Duck Lake: estimated road distance 408 km, indicative time about 4 h 32 min by car. The route connects Manitoba to Saskatchewan — 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 with turn-by-turn directions.

The trip starts at Minitonas (Manitoba) — coordinates 52.0871° N, -101.0380° E. The destination is Duck Lake (Saskatchewan), at 52.8167° N, -106.2330° E.

Practical tips for the Minitonas – Duck Lake drive

Terrain along the way

The route starts in Manitoba — a province prairie and lake country, with thousands of lakes and rivers — and reaches Duck Lake in Saskatchewan, prairie to the south and boreal forest, lakes, and Shield country to the north. The route also passes near Archerwill (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 408 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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Frequently asked questions: Minitonas – Duck Lake

What is the straight-line distance between Minitonas and Duck Lake?

The straight-line distance between Minitonas and Duck Lake is about 361.2 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.

What is the estimated road distance from Minitonas to Duck Lake?

The estimated road distance from Minitonas to Duck Lake is about 408 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 Minitonas to Duck Lake?

Indicative drive time from Minitonas to Duck Lake is about 4 h 32 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 Minitonas to Duck Lake?

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 Minitonas–Duck Lake 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 Minitonas to Duck Lake?

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 Minitonas to Duck Lake?

A common alternative is going via Archerwill or Rose Valley. Use the live planner to compare routes.

Can I open the Minitonas–Duck Lake 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 Minitonas as origin and Duck Lake as destination.