Route from Birch Hills to Pouce Coupé
Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Birch Hills to Pouce Coupé — 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 Pouce Coupé (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 Pouce Coupé
The straight-line distance between Birch Hills and Pouce Coupé is 997.8 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 1128 km, with an indicative drive time of 12 h 32 min.
Trip cost and route type: Birch Hills – Pouce Coupé
Driving directions from Birch Hills to Pouce Coupé
The map shows the locations of Birch Hills (A) and Pouce Coupé (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 Pouce Coupé
Real distance: 1,160.4 km · Estimated time: 13 h 36 min
- Drive north on 2 Street. 47 m
- Turn left onto Mccallum Avenue. 382 m
- Turn right onto Wilson Street. 2.0 km
- Turn left onto CanAm Highway/3. Continue on 3. 33.8 km
- Turn left onto 15 Street East/3/302. Continue on 3/302. 1.5 km
- Turn right onto 2/3/2 Avenue West. Continue on 2. 1.5 km
- Take the Northern Woods & Water Route exit. 179.4 km
- Turn right onto Railway Avenue/3/4. Continue on 3/4. 1.6 km
- Turn left onto Highway 3/3. 45.1 km
- Turn right onto Highway 3/3/26. Continue on 3/26. 29.2 km
- Turn left onto Highway 3/3. 85.4 km
- 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 – Pouce Coupé
Indicative estimates based on ~1128 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 Birch Hills to Pouce Coupé
The straight-line distance between Birch Hills (Saskatchewan) and Pouce Coupé (British Columbia) is about 997.8 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: Birch Hills – Pouce Coupé
Driving directions from Birch Hills to Pouce Coupé: estimated road distance 1128 km, indicative time about 12 h 32 min by car. 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. Use the live planner for an up-to-date track with turn-by-turn directions.
The trip starts at Birch Hills (Saskatchewan) — coordinates 52.9833° N, -105.4330° E. The destination is Pouce Coupé (British Columbia), at 55.7158° N, -120.1340° E.
Practical tips for the Birch Hills – Pouce Coupé 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 Pouce Coupé in British Columbia, mountainous, with the Coast Mountains, the Rockies, and a long Pacific coastline. The route also passes near Waskatenau (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 1128 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 Birch Hills – Pouce Coupé route
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Routes with intermediate stops: Birch Hills → Waskatenau · Birch Hills → Thorhild · Birch Hills → Smoky Lake
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Frequently asked questions: Birch Hills – Pouce Coupé
What is the straight-line distance between Birch Hills and Pouce Coupé?
The straight-line distance between Birch Hills and Pouce Coupé is about 997.8 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.
What is the estimated road distance from Birch Hills to Pouce Coupé?
The estimated road distance from Birch Hills to Pouce Coupé is about 1128 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 Pouce Coupé?
Indicative drive time from Birch Hills to Pouce Coupé is about 12 h 32 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 Pouce Coupé?
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–Pouce Coupé 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 Pouce Coupé?
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 Pouce Coupé?
A common alternative is going via Waskatenau or Thorhild. Use the live planner to compare routes.
Can I open the Birch Hills–Pouce Coupé 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 Pouce Coupé as destination.