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Route from Swan River to St. Andrews

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

Distance from Swan River to St. Andrews

The straight-line distance between Swan River and St. Andrews is 362.1 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 409 km, with an indicative drive time of 4 h 33 min.

Straight-line distance 362.1 km
Estimated road distance ~409 km
Indicative drive time 4 h 33 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: Swan River – St. Andrews

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: ~409 km, 8 L/100 km, $1.65/L. ±15%. Excludes tolls.

Driving directions from Swan River to St. Andrews

The map shows the locations of Swan River (A) and St. Andrews (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 Swan River to St. Andrews

Real distance: 510.5 km  ·  Estimated time: 6 h 17 min

🗓 Calculated on June 4, 2026
  1. Drive east on Main Street East/PTH 10A/PTH 83A. 1.2 km
  2. Bear right onto Main Street East/Provincial Trunk Highway 10/Main Street East/PTH 10. Continue on PTH 10. 152.4 km
  3. Turn left toward Dauphin. 14.4 km
  4. Bear right toward Neepawa/Brandon. 430 m
  5. Bear right onto Dauphin Bypass/PTH 5/PTH 10. 4.7 km
  6. Bear right toward Neepawa/Brandon. 289 m
  7. Bear right onto Highway 10/PTH 5/PTH 10. 3.9 km
  8. Turn left to stay on PTH 5. 39.7 km
  9. Turn left onto Northern Woods and Water Route/PTH 68. Continue on PTH 68. 126.7 km
  10. Turn right onto PTH 6/Northern Woods and Water Route/route provinciale à grande circulation 6. 110.4 km
  11. Turn left onto Provincial Trunk Highway 67/PTH 67. 19.8 km
  12. Turn left onto PTH 7. 1.6 km

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

Estimate trip cost: Swan River – St. Andrews

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Indicative estimates based on ~409 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

Swan River

Manitoba · 52.10580, -101.26700

Swan River sits in west-central Manitoba on the floor of the Swan River Valley, where agricultural fields meet nearby forested highlands. It functions as a small regional centre for surrounding farming communities and…

Destination

St. Andrews

Manitoba · 50.27000, -96.97470

St. Andrews sits in southern Manitoba a short distance north of Winnipeg in the lower Red River valley. On provincial and regional maps it registers as a mix of residential neighbourhoods and rural landscape that…

How to drive from Swan River to St. Andrews

The straight-line distance between Swan River (Manitoba) and St. Andrews (Manitoba) is about 362.1 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: Swan River – St. Andrews

Planning a trip from Swan River to St. Andrews means budgeting around 409 km on the road and an indicative drive time of 4 h 33 min by car. The route stays within Manitoba and falls into a long route (over 300 km). Plan multiple breaks and check highway traffic, weather, and fuel availability — particularly in remote sections.

Practical tips for the Swan River – St. Andrews drive

Terrain along the way

The route stays within Manitoba, prairie and lake country, with thousands of lakes and rivers.

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 409 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: Swan River – St. Andrews

What is the straight-line distance between Swan River and St. Andrews?

The straight-line distance between Swan River and St. Andrews is about 362.1 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.

What is the estimated road distance from Swan River to St. Andrews?

The estimated road distance from Swan River to St. Andrews is about 409 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 Swan River to St. Andrews?

Indicative drive time from Swan River to St. Andrews is about 4 h 33 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 Swan River to St. Andrews?

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 Swan River–St. Andrews 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 Swan River to St. Andrews?

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 Swan River to St. Andrews?

A common alternative is going via McCreary. Use the live planner to compare routes.

Can I open the Swan River–St. Andrews 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 Swan River as origin and St. Andrews as destination.