Route from Alliance to Meadow Lake
Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Alliance to Meadow 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 Alliance (Alberta) and Meadow Lake (Saskatchewan). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.
Distance from Alliance to Meadow Lake
The straight-line distance between Alliance and Meadow Lake is 291.2 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 329 km, with an indicative drive time of 3 h 39 min.
Trip cost and route type: Alliance – Meadow Lake
Driving directions from Alliance to Meadow Lake
The map shows the locations of Alliance (A) and Meadow 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 Alliance to Meadow Lake
Real distance: 406.8 km · Estimated time: 4 h 41 min
- Drive south on Highway 602/602. 3.0 km
- Turn right onto Veterans Memorial Highway/36. Continue on 36. 65.5 km
- Turn right onto Veterans Memorial Highway/26/36. 3.9 km
- Turn left to stay on Veterans Memorial Highway/36. 8.5 km
- Turn right onto Poundmaker Trail/14. 1.8 km
- Turn left onto Range Road 130. 203 m
- Turn right onto Secondary Highway 619/619. 36.4 km
- Turn left onto 881/619. 6.5 km
- Turn right to stay on 619/881. 3.3 km
- Turn left onto Highway 881/881. 18.7 km
- Turn right onto 16/Yellowhead Highway/Route Yellowhead. 57.6 km
- Turn left onto Highway 897/897. 20.7 km
Standard car route without avoiding highways. For advanced options (motorcycle, bicycle, transit, avoid tolls) use the live planner above.
Estimate trip cost: Alliance – Meadow Lake
Indicative estimates based on ~329 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 Alliance to Meadow Lake
The straight-line distance between Alliance (Alberta) and Meadow Lake (Saskatchewan) is about 291.2 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: Alliance – Meadow Lake
The journey from Alliance to Meadow Lake covers roughly 329 km on the road, equal to 291.2 km straight line. The trip connects Alberta to Saskatchewan 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 Alliance (Alberta) — coordinates 52.4322° N, -111.7800° E. The destination is Meadow Lake (Saskatchewan), at 54.1242° N, -108.4360° E.
Practical tips for the Alliance – Meadow Lake drive
Terrain along the way
The route starts in Alberta — a province prairie in the south rising into the Canadian Rockies in the west — and reaches Meadow Lake in Saskatchewan, prairie to the south and boreal forest, lakes, and Shield country to the north. The route also passes near Blackfoot (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 329 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 Alliance – Meadow Lake route
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Routes with intermediate stops: Alliance → Blackfoot · Alliance → Lloydminster · Alliance → Lloydminster
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Frequently asked questions: Alliance – Meadow Lake
What is the straight-line distance between Alliance and Meadow Lake?
The straight-line distance between Alliance and Meadow Lake is about 291.2 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.
What is the estimated road distance from Alliance to Meadow Lake?
The estimated road distance from Alliance to Meadow Lake is about 329 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 Alliance to Meadow Lake?
Indicative drive time from Alliance to Meadow Lake is about 3 h 39 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 Alliance to Meadow 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 Alliance–Meadow 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 Alliance to Meadow 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 Alliance to Meadow Lake?
A common alternative is going via Blackfoot or Lloydminster. Use the live planner to compare routes.
Can I open the Alliance–Meadow 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 Alliance as origin and Meadow Lake as destination.