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Route from Bengough to Elliot Lake

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

Distance from Bengough to Elliot Lake

The straight-line distance between Bengough and Elliot Lake is 1702.8 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 1924 km, with an indicative drive time of 21 h 23 min.

Straight-line distance 1702.8 km
Estimated road distance ~1924 km
Indicative drive time 21 h 23 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: Bengough – Elliot 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 $216–$292

Estimate: ~1924 km, 8 L/100 km, $1.65/L. ±15%. Excludes tolls.

Driving directions from Bengough to Elliot Lake

The map shows the locations of Bengough (A) and Elliot 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 Bengough to Elliot Lake

Real distance: 2,245.2 km  ·  Estimated time: 28 h 46 min

🗓 Calculated on June 4, 2026
  1. Drive north on 2 Street. 709 m
  2. Turn right. 813 m
  3. Turn right toward Bengough. 36.1 km
  4. Turn left toward Minton. 48.3 km
  5. Turn left toward Estevan:Regina. 9.7 km
  6. Turn right toward Estevan. 79.7 km
  7. Turn right onto 350. 16.6 km
  8. Turn right onto State Highway 42/ND 42. 9.9 km
  9. Turn left onto State Highway 5/ND 5/ND 42. Continue on ND 5. 116.7 km
  10. Turn left onto State Highway 5/ND 5. Continue on ND 5. 343.3 km
  11. Turn left onto Division Avenue North/ND 5/ND 18. Continue on ND 5. 29.5 km
  12. Turn right to take the I 29 South ramp toward Grand Forks. 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: Bengough – Elliot Lake

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Indicative estimates based on ~1924 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

Bengough

Saskatchewan · 49.40000, -105.13300

Bengough sits in southern Saskatchewan on the open prairie, at the local crossroads of rural routes serving surrounding agricultural land. As a small town with a compact street pattern, it functions on maps as a local…

Destination

Elliot Lake

Ontario · 46.38330, -82.65000

Elliot Lake sits in north-central Ontario on the Canadian Shield, roughly midway between larger southern corridors and more remote northern communities. It is a small urban centre in a lake-dotted, forested landscape…

How to drive from Bengough to Elliot Lake

The straight-line distance between Bengough (Saskatchewan) and Elliot Lake (Ontario) is about 1702.8 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: Bengough – Elliot Lake

Planning a trip from Bengough to Elliot Lake means budgeting around 1924 km on the road and an indicative drive time of 21 h 23 min by car. The route connects Saskatchewan to Ontario and falls into a long route (over 300 km). Plan multiple breaks and check highway traffic, weather, and fuel availability — particularly in remote sections.

The trip starts at Bengough (Saskatchewan) — coordinates 49.4000° N, -105.1330° E. The destination is Elliot Lake (Ontario), at 46.3833° N, -82.6500° E.

Practical tips for the Bengough – Elliot Lake drive

Terrain along the way

The route starts in Saskatchewan — a province prairie to the south and boreal forest, lakes, and Shield country to the north — and reaches Elliot Lake in Ontario, Great Lakes shoreline in the south, Canadian Shield forests across the north. The route also passes near Fort Frances (Ontario).

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 1924 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: Bengough – Elliot Lake

What is the straight-line distance between Bengough and Elliot Lake?

The straight-line distance between Bengough and Elliot Lake is about 1702.8 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.

What is the estimated road distance from Bengough to Elliot Lake?

The estimated road distance from Bengough to Elliot Lake is about 1924 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 Bengough to Elliot Lake?

Indicative drive time from Bengough to Elliot Lake is about 21 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 Bengough to Elliot 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 Bengough–Elliot 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 Bengough to Elliot 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 Bengough to Elliot Lake?

A common alternative is going via Fort Frances or Rainy River. Use the live planner to compare routes.

Can I open the Bengough–Elliot 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 Bengough as origin and Elliot Lake as destination.