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Route from Porcupine Plain to Beaver Lake

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

Distance from Porcupine Plain to Beaver Lake

The straight-line distance between Porcupine Plain and Beaver Lake is 618.7 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 699 km, with an indicative drive time of 7 h 46 min.

Straight-line distance 618.7 km
Estimated road distance ~699 km
Indicative drive time 7 h 46 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: Porcupine Plain – Beaver 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 $78–$106

Estimate: ~699 km, 8 L/100 km, $1.65/L. ±15%. Excludes tolls.

Driving directions from Porcupine Plain to Beaver Lake

The map shows the locations of Porcupine Plain (A) and Beaver 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 Porcupine Plain to Beaver Lake

Real distance: 779.0 km  ·  Estimated time: 9 h 12 min

🗓 Calculated on June 3, 2026
  1. Drive northwest on Ash Street. 469 m
  2. Turn right onto Mcallister Avenue/678. 282 m
  3. Turn left onto Highway 23/23. 47.7 km
  4. Turn left onto Highway 3/3. 62.7 km
  5. Keep right to take Highway 41/41. 147 m
  6. Turn right onto 41A. 3.4 km
  7. Turn left onto CanAm Highway/3. Continue on 3. 91.3 km
  8. Turn left onto 15 Street East/3/302. Continue on 3/302. 1.5 km
  9. Turn right onto 2/3/2 Avenue West. Continue on 2. 1.5 km
  10. Take the Northern Woods & Water Route exit. 179.4 km
  11. Turn right onto Railway Avenue/3/4. Continue on 3/4. 1.6 km
  12. Turn left onto Highway 3/3. 45.1 km

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

Estimate trip cost: Porcupine Plain – Beaver Lake

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Indicative estimates based on ~699 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

Porcupine Plain

Saskatchewan · 52.59800, -103.24800

Porcupine Plain lies in east‑central Saskatchewan on the transition between agricultural prairie and boreal woodland. On road maps it appears as a small, compact town serving surrounding farms, lakeside properties and…

Destination

Beaver Lake

Alberta · 54.75970, -111.91200

Beaver Lake sits in northern Alberta at roughly 54.76 N, 111.91 W. On provincial maps it appears amid the boreal lake-and-forest zone and serves as a Tier 2 community and waypoint for drivers moving between scattered…

How to drive from Porcupine Plain to Beaver Lake

The straight-line distance between Porcupine Plain (Saskatchewan) and Beaver Lake (Alberta) is about 618.7 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: Porcupine Plain – Beaver Lake

Driving directions from Porcupine Plain to Beaver Lake: estimated road distance 699 km, indicative time about 7 h 46 min by car. The route connects Saskatchewan to Alberta — 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 Porcupine Plain (Saskatchewan) — coordinates 52.5980° N, -103.2480° E. The destination is Beaver Lake (Alberta), at 54.7597° N, -111.9120° E.

Practical tips for the Porcupine Plain – Beaver 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 Beaver Lake in Alberta, prairie in the south rising into the Canadian Rockies in the west. The route also passes near Leoville (Saskatchewan).

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 699 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: Porcupine Plain – Beaver Lake

What is the straight-line distance between Porcupine Plain and Beaver Lake?

The straight-line distance between Porcupine Plain and Beaver Lake is about 618.7 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.

What is the estimated road distance from Porcupine Plain to Beaver Lake?

The estimated road distance from Porcupine Plain to Beaver Lake is about 699 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 Porcupine Plain to Beaver Lake?

Indicative drive time from Porcupine Plain to Beaver Lake is about 7 h 46 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 Porcupine Plain to Beaver 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 Porcupine Plain–Beaver 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 Porcupine Plain to Beaver 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 Porcupine Plain to Beaver Lake?

A common alternative is going via Leoville or Spiritwood. Use the live planner to compare routes.

Can I open the Porcupine Plain–Beaver 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 Porcupine Plain as origin and Beaver Lake as destination.