Route from Keewatin to Portage La Prairie
Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Keewatin to Portage La Prairie — 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 Keewatin (Ontario) and Portage La Prairie (Manitoba). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.
Distance from Keewatin to Portage La Prairie
The straight-line distance between Keewatin and Portage La Prairie is 269.1 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 304 km, with an indicative drive time of 3 h 23 min.
Trip cost and route type: Keewatin – Portage La Prairie
Driving directions from Keewatin to Portage La Prairie
The map shows the locations of Keewatin (A) and Portage La Prairie (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 Keewatin to Portage La Prairie
Real distance: 302.4 km · Estimated time: 3 h 55 min
- Drive southeast on Nelson Street. 192 m
- Turn left onto Spruce Street. 194 m
- Turn left onto Darlington Drive. 3.9 km
- Turn left onto 17A/Highway 17A. 186.5 km
- Take exit 348A onto 100 West toward Brandon. 35.3 km
- Take the exit. 454 m
- Turn left onto Wilkes Avenue/PR 427/Route 145. Continue on Wilkes Avenue/PR 427. 5.6 km
- Turn right onto Harris Road/PR 334. 3.0 km
- Turn left onto Roblin Boulevard/PR 241/PR 334. 592 m
- Turn right onto Bridge Road/PR 334. 1.1 km
- Turn left onto PTH 1 West/PR 334/Portage Avenue/Route Transcanadienne/Route Yellowhead/Portage Avenue. Continue on PTH 1 West/Route Transcanadienne. 60.3 km
- Take the 1A exit toward Portage la Prairie. 4.8 km
Standard car route without avoiding highways. For advanced options (motorcycle, bicycle, transit, avoid tolls) use the live planner above.
Estimate trip cost: Keewatin – Portage La Prairie
Indicative estimates based on ~304 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 Keewatin to Portage La Prairie
The straight-line distance between Keewatin (Ontario) and Portage La Prairie (Manitoba) is about 269.1 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: Keewatin – Portage La Prairie
Driving directions from Keewatin to Portage La Prairie: estimated road distance 304 km, indicative time about 3 h 23 min by car. The route connects Ontario to Manitoba — 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 Keewatin (Ontario) — coordinates 49.7667° N, -94.5500° E. The destination is Portage La Prairie (Manitoba), at 49.9728° N, -98.2919° E.
Practical tips for the Keewatin – Portage La Prairie drive
Terrain along the way
The route starts in Ontario — a province Great Lakes shoreline in the south, Canadian Shield forests across the north — and reaches Portage La Prairie in Manitoba, prairie and lake country, with thousands of lakes and rivers. The route also passes near Springfield (Manitoba).
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 304 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 Keewatin – Portage La Prairie route
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Routes with intermediate stops: Keewatin → Springfield · Keewatin → Beauséjour · Keewatin → Taché
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Frequently asked questions: Keewatin – Portage La Prairie
What is the straight-line distance between Keewatin and Portage La Prairie?
The straight-line distance between Keewatin and Portage La Prairie is about 269.1 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.
What is the estimated road distance from Keewatin to Portage La Prairie?
The estimated road distance from Keewatin to Portage La Prairie is about 304 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 Keewatin to Portage La Prairie?
Indicative drive time from Keewatin to Portage La Prairie is about 3 h 23 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 Keewatin to Portage La Prairie?
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 Keewatin–Portage La Prairie 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 Keewatin to Portage La Prairie?
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 Keewatin to Portage La Prairie?
A common alternative is going via Springfield or Beauséjour. Use the live planner to compare routes.
Can I open the Keewatin–Portage La Prairie 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 Keewatin as origin and Portage La Prairie as destination.