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Route from Birch Hills to Dawson Creek

Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Birch Hills to Dawson Creek — 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 Birch Hills (Saskatchewan) and Dawson Creek (British Columbia). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.

Distance from Birch Hills to Dawson Creek

The straight-line distance between Birch Hills and Dawson Creek is 1005.1 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 1136 km, with an indicative drive time of 12 h 37 min.

Straight-line distance 1005.1 km
Estimated road distance ~1136 km
Indicative drive time 12 h 37 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: Birch Hills – Dawson Creek

Route type Long

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

Indicative fuel cost $127–$172

Estimate: ~1136 km, 8 L/100 km, $1.65/L. ±15%. Excludes tolls.

Driving directions from Birch Hills to Dawson Creek

The map shows the locations of Birch Hills (A) and Dawson Creek (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 Birch Hills to Dawson Creek

Real distance: 1,171.0 km  ·  Estimated time: 13 h 51 min

🗓 Calculated on June 4, 2026
  1. Drive north on 2 Street. 47 m
  2. Turn left onto Mccallum Avenue. 382 m
  3. Turn right onto Wilson Street. 2.0 km
  4. Turn left onto CanAm Highway/3. Continue on 3. 33.8 km
  5. Turn left onto 15 Street East/3/302. Continue on 3/302. 1.5 km
  6. Turn right onto 2/3/2 Avenue West. Continue on 2. 1.5 km
  7. Take the Northern Woods & Water Route exit. 179.4 km
  8. Turn right onto Railway Avenue/3/4. Continue on 3/4. 1.6 km
  9. Turn left onto Highway 3/3. 45.1 km
  10. Turn right onto Highway 3/3/26. Continue on 3/26. 29.2 km
  11. Turn left onto Highway 3/3. 85.4 km
  12. Turn left onto Highway 45/45. Continue on 45. 36.4 km

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

Estimate trip cost: Birch Hills – Dawson Creek

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Indicative estimates based on ~1136 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

Birch Hills

Saskatchewan · 52.98330, -105.43300

Birch Hills sits in central Saskatchewan at latitude 52.9833, longitude -105.433, and appears on maps as a small town amid agricultural and treed parkland. It functions primarily as a local waypoint on regional routes…

Destination

Dawson Creek

British Columbia · 55.76060, -120.23600

Dawson Creek sits in northeastern British Columbia near the northern edge of the province’s agricultural Peace River region. The community functions as a practical travel gateway for drivers heading into northern…

How to drive from Birch Hills to Dawson Creek

The straight-line distance between Birch Hills (Saskatchewan) and Dawson Creek (British Columbia) is about 1005.1 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: Birch Hills – Dawson Creek

How far is Birch Hills from Dawson Creek? The road estimate is around 1136 km, with an indicative drive time of 12 h 37 min. The route connects Saskatchewan to British Columbia — a long route (over 300 km). Plan multiple breaks and check highway traffic, weather, and fuel availability — particularly in remote sections. Verify the track with the live planner for current instructions.

The trip starts at Birch Hills (Saskatchewan) — coordinates 52.9833° N, -105.4330° E. The destination is Dawson Creek (British Columbia), at 55.7606° N, -120.2360° E.

Practical tips for the Birch Hills – Dawson Creek 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 Dawson Creek in British Columbia, mountainous, with the Coast Mountains, the Rockies, and a long Pacific coastline. The route also passes near Thorhild (Alberta).

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 1136 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: Birch Hills – Dawson Creek

What is the straight-line distance between Birch Hills and Dawson Creek?

The straight-line distance between Birch Hills and Dawson Creek is about 1005.1 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.

What is the estimated road distance from Birch Hills to Dawson Creek?

The estimated road distance from Birch Hills to Dawson Creek is about 1136 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 Birch Hills to Dawson Creek?

Indicative drive time from Birch Hills to Dawson Creek is about 12 h 37 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 Birch Hills to Dawson Creek?

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 Birch Hills–Dawson Creek 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 Birch Hills to Dawson Creek?

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 Birch Hills to Dawson Creek?

A common alternative is going via Thorhild or Waskatenau. Use the live planner to compare routes.

Can I open the Birch Hills–Dawson Creek 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 Birch Hills as origin and Dawson Creek as destination.