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Route from Nelson House to Provost

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

Distance from Nelson House to Provost

The straight-line distance between Nelson House and Provost is 836.4 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 945 km, with an indicative drive time of 10 h 30 min.

Straight-line distance 836.4 km
Estimated road distance ~945 km
Indicative drive time 10 h 30 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: Nelson House – Provost

Route type Long

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

Indicative fuel cost $106–$143

Estimate: ~945 km, 8 L/100 km, $1.65/L. ±15%. Excludes tolls.

Driving directions from Nelson House to Provost

The map shows the locations of Nelson House (A) and Provost (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 Nelson House to Provost

Real distance: 1,240.2 km  ·  Estimated time: 15 h 44 min

🗓 Calculated on June 4, 2026
  1. Drive north on Pike Road. 10.3 km
  2. Turn right onto Provincial Road 391/PR 391. Continue on PR 391. 76.1 km
  3. Bear left onto Mystery Lake Road/PTH 6. 309.6 km
  4. Turn right onto Highway 10/PTH 10. Continue on PTH 10. 60.8 km
  5. Turn left onto PTH 10A. 1.5 km
  6. Turn right onto Third Avenue/PTH 10A. Continue on PTH 10A. 1.5 km
  7. Turn left onto Main Street/PTH 10. 3.0 km
  8. Turn right onto Main Street/106. Continue on 106. 325.0 km
  9. Turn right onto Northern Woods & Water Route/55. 124.5 km
  10. Turn left onto Highway 40/40. 155.5 km
  11. Turn right onto 16/40/Yellowhead Route. 761 m
  12. Keep left to stay on 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: Nelson House – Provost

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Indicative estimates based on ~945 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

Nelson House

Manitoba · 55.80050, -98.85000

Nelson House is a small northern Manitoba community marked on provincial maps well north of the province’s agricultural belt. It functions as a local settlement and waypoint for travel across the boreal landscape rather…

Destination

Provost

Alberta · 52.35390, -110.26900

Provost sits in eastern Alberta on the open prairie, serving as a small regional centre and crossroads for drivers moving between rural communities and larger centres. With a population of about 1,998, the town appears…

How to drive from Nelson House to Provost

The straight-line distance between Nelson House (Manitoba) and Provost (Alberta) is about 836.4 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: Nelson House – Provost

The route from Nelson House to Provost connects Manitoba to Alberta. The straight-line distance is about 836.4 km, with an estimated road distance of 945 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 Nelson House (Manitoba) — coordinates 55.8005° N, -98.8500° E. The destination is Provost (Alberta), at 52.3539° N, -110.2690° E.

Practical tips for the Nelson House – Provost drive

Terrain along the way

The route starts in Manitoba — a province prairie and lake country, with thousands of lakes and rivers — and reaches Provost in Alberta, prairie in the south rising into the Canadian Rockies in the west. The route also passes near Choiceland (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 945 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: Nelson House – Provost

What is the straight-line distance between Nelson House and Provost?

The straight-line distance between Nelson House and Provost is about 836.4 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.

What is the estimated road distance from Nelson House to Provost?

The estimated road distance from Nelson House to Provost is about 945 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 Nelson House to Provost?

Indicative drive time from Nelson House to Provost is about 10 h 30 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 Nelson House to Provost?

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 Nelson House–Provost 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 Nelson House to Provost?

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 Nelson House to Provost?

A common alternative is going via Choiceland or Nipawin. Use the live planner to compare routes.

Can I open the Nelson House–Provost 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 Nelson House as origin and Provost as destination.