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Route from Star City to Gladstone

Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Star City to Gladstone — 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 Star City (Saskatchewan) and Gladstone (Manitoba). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.

Distance from Star City to Gladstone

The straight-line distance between Star City and Gladstone is 473.9 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 536 km, with an indicative drive time of 5 h 57 min.

Straight-line distance 473.9 km
Estimated road distance ~536 km
Indicative drive time 5 h 57 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: Star City – Gladstone

Route type Long

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

Indicative fuel cost $60–$81

Estimate: ~536 km, 8 L/100 km, $1.65/L. ±15%. Excludes tolls.

Driving directions from Star City to Gladstone

The map shows the locations of Star City (A) and Gladstone (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 Star City to Gladstone

Real distance: 581.5 km  ·  Estimated time: 7 h 3 min

🗓 Calculated on June 4, 2026
  1. Drive east. 536 m
  2. Turn right onto 681. 2.6 km
  3. Turn left onto Highway 3/3. Continue on 3. 18.7 km
  4. Turn right onto 100 Street/35. Continue on 35. 57.4 km
  5. Turn right onto Highway 35/35/349. Continue on 35. 80.1 km
  6. Turn left onto 16/Yellowhead Route. 109.4 km
  7. Turn right onto Yorkton Truck Bypass/52A. 3.1 km
  8. Turn left onto 52. 4.3 km
  9. Turn right onto 10A. 1.9 km
  10. Turn left onto 10/Queen Street. 103.7 km
  11. Turn left onto Provincial Trunk Highway 45/PTH 45. Continue on PTH 45. 59.7 km
  12. Turn right onto Provincial Trunk Highway 21/PTH 21. 14.3 km

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

Estimate trip cost: Star City – Gladstone

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Indicative estimates based on ~536 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

Star City

Saskatchewan · 52.86670, -104.33300

Star City sits in east-central Saskatchewan on the agricultural plains, acting as a compact local centre amid dispersed farms and small communities. With a small municipal footprint and roughly 460 residents, it is not…

Destination

Gladstone

Manitoba · 50.22570, -98.95000

Gladstone sits in south-central Manitoba at latitude 50.2257, longitude −98.95. The town of about 928 people is a small, locally focused settlement amid agricultural prairie and mixed farmland. On provincial and…

How to drive from Star City to Gladstone

The straight-line distance between Star City (Saskatchewan) and Gladstone (Manitoba) is about 473.9 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: Star City – Gladstone

Driving directions from Star City to Gladstone: estimated road distance 536 km, indicative time about 5 h 57 min by car. The route connects Saskatchewan to Manitoba — 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 Star City (Saskatchewan) — coordinates 52.8667° N, -104.3330° E. The destination is Gladstone (Manitoba), at 50.2257° N, -98.9500° E.

Practical tips for the Star City – Gladstone 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 Gladstone in Manitoba, prairie and lake country, with thousands of lakes and rivers. The route also passes near Kamsack (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 536 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: Star City – Gladstone

What is the straight-line distance between Star City and Gladstone?

The straight-line distance between Star City and Gladstone is about 473.9 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.

What is the estimated road distance from Star City to Gladstone?

The estimated road distance from Star City to Gladstone is about 536 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 Star City to Gladstone?

Indicative drive time from Star City to Gladstone is about 5 h 57 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 Star City to Gladstone?

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 Star City–Gladstone 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 Star City to Gladstone?

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 Star City to Gladstone?

A common alternative is going via Kamsack or Pelly. Use the live planner to compare routes.

Can I open the Star City–Gladstone 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 Star City as origin and Gladstone as destination.