Route from Birch Hills to Haines Junction
Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Birch Hills to Haines Junction — 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 Haines Junction (Yukon). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.
Distance from Birch Hills to Haines Junction
The straight-line distance between Birch Hills and Haines Junction is 2105.2 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 2379 km, with an indicative drive time of 26 h 26 min.
Trip cost and route type: Birch Hills – Haines Junction
Driving directions from Birch Hills to Haines Junction
The map shows the locations of Birch Hills (A) and Haines Junction (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 Haines Junction
Real distance: 2,730.8 km · Estimated time: 32 h 30 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 – Haines Junction
Indicative estimates based on ~2379 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 Haines Junction
The straight-line distance between Birch Hills (Saskatchewan) and Haines Junction (Yukon) is about 2105.2 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: Birch Hills – Haines Junction
The journey from Birch Hills to Haines Junction covers roughly 2379 km on the road, equal to 2105.2 km straight line. The trip connects Saskatchewan to Yukon and is classified as a long route (over 300 km). Plan multiple breaks and check highway traffic, weather, and fuel availability — particularly in remote sections. Open the interactive planner for the route map, turns, and a fuel-or-EV cost calculator.
The trip starts at Birch Hills (Saskatchewan) — coordinates 52.9833° N, -105.4330° E. The destination is Haines Junction (Yukon), at 60.7709° N, -137.5090° E.
Practical tips for the Birch Hills – Haines Junction 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 Haines Junction in Yukon, subarctic mountains and rivers — the territory of the Yukon River and the Klondike. The route also passes near Fort St. John (British Columbia).
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 2379 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 – Haines Junction route
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Routes with intermediate stops: Birch Hills → Fort St. John · Birch Hills → Little Prairie · Birch Hills → Rolla
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Frequently asked questions: Birch Hills – Haines Junction
What is the straight-line distance between Birch Hills and Haines Junction?
The straight-line distance between Birch Hills and Haines Junction is about 2105.2 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.
What is the estimated road distance from Birch Hills to Haines Junction?
The estimated road distance from Birch Hills to Haines Junction is about 2379 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 Haines Junction?
Indicative drive time from Birch Hills to Haines Junction is about 26 h 26 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 Haines Junction?
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–Haines Junction 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 Haines Junction?
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 Haines Junction?
A common alternative is going via Fort St. John or Little Prairie. Use the live planner to compare routes.
Can I open the Birch Hills–Haines Junction 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 Haines Junction as destination.