Route from Winnipeg Beach to Fort Chipewyan
Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Winnipeg Beach to Fort Chipewyan — 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 Winnipeg Beach (Manitoba) and Fort Chipewyan (Alberta). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.
Distance from Winnipeg Beach to Fort Chipewyan
The straight-line distance between Winnipeg Beach and Fort Chipewyan is 1286.2 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 1453 km, with an indicative drive time of 16 h 9 min.
Trip cost and route type: Winnipeg Beach – Fort Chipewyan
Driving directions from Winnipeg Beach to Fort Chipewyan
The map shows the locations of Winnipeg Beach (A) and Fort Chipewyan (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 Winnipeg Beach to Fort Chipewyan
Real distance: 1,915.9 km · Estimated time: 28 h 51 min
- Drive west on Hazel Avenue. 99 m
- Turn right onto Gimli Road/PTH 9. 120 m
- Turn left onto Provincial Road 229/PR 229. 35.8 km
- Turn right onto Provincial Trunk Highway 17/PTH 17/PR 229. 5.0 km
- Turn left onto Provincial Road 229/PR 229. 40.2 km
- Turn right onto PTH 6/Northern Woods and Water Route/route provinciale à grande circulation 6. 43.1 km
- Turn left onto Northern Woods and Water Route/Provincial Trunk Highway 68/route provinciale à grande circulation 68/PTH 68. Continue on PTH 68. 126.7 km
- Turn right onto Northern Woods and Water Route/PTH 5. Continue on PTH 5. 39.7 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
Standard car route without avoiding highways. For advanced options (motorcycle, bicycle, transit, avoid tolls) use the live planner above.
Estimate trip cost: Winnipeg Beach – Fort Chipewyan
Indicative estimates based on ~1453 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 Winnipeg Beach to Fort Chipewyan
The straight-line distance between Winnipeg Beach (Manitoba) and Fort Chipewyan (Alberta) is about 1286.2 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: Winnipeg Beach – Fort Chipewyan
The route connects Manitoba to Alberta: from Winnipeg Beach to Fort Chipewyan you cover roughly 1453 km on the road (geometric distance 1286.2 km). A long route (over 300 km). Plan multiple breaks and check highway traffic, weather, and fuel availability — particularly in remote sections. The live planner calculates the optimal route with step-by-step instructions and trip cost.
The trip starts at Winnipeg Beach (Manitoba) — coordinates 50.5058° N, -96.9742° E. The destination is Fort Chipewyan (Alberta), at 58.7171° N, -111.1500° E.
Practical tips for the Winnipeg Beach – Fort Chipewyan drive
Terrain along the way
The route starts in Manitoba — a province prairie and lake country, with thousands of lakes and rivers — and reaches Fort Chipewyan in Alberta, prairie in the south rising into the Canadian Rockies in the west. The route also passes near Napatak (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 1453 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 Winnipeg Beach – Fort Chipewyan route
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Routes with intermediate stops: Winnipeg Beach → Napatak · Winnipeg Beach → Pelican Narrows · Winnipeg Beach → Choiceland
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Frequently asked questions: Winnipeg Beach – Fort Chipewyan
What is the straight-line distance between Winnipeg Beach and Fort Chipewyan?
The straight-line distance between Winnipeg Beach and Fort Chipewyan is about 1286.2 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.
What is the estimated road distance from Winnipeg Beach to Fort Chipewyan?
The estimated road distance from Winnipeg Beach to Fort Chipewyan is about 1453 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 Winnipeg Beach to Fort Chipewyan?
Indicative drive time from Winnipeg Beach to Fort Chipewyan is about 16 h 9 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 Winnipeg Beach to Fort Chipewyan?
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 Winnipeg Beach–Fort Chipewyan 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 Winnipeg Beach to Fort Chipewyan?
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 Winnipeg Beach to Fort Chipewyan?
A common alternative is going via Napatak or Pelican Narrows. Use the live planner to compare routes.
Can I open the Winnipeg Beach–Fort Chipewyan 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 Winnipeg Beach as origin and Fort Chipewyan as destination.