Route from Alliance to Southey
Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Alliance to Southey — 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 Southey (Saskatchewan). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.
Distance from Alliance to Southey
The straight-line distance between Alliance and Southey is 527.9 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 597 km, with an indicative drive time of 6 h 38 min.
Trip cost and route type: Alliance – Southey
Driving directions from Alliance to Southey
The map shows the locations of Alliance (A) and Southey (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 Southey
Real distance: 682.9 km · Estimated time: 8 h
- Drive south on Highway 602/602. 3.0 km
- Turn left onto Veterans Memorial Highway/36. 92.7 km
- Turn left onto 9/36/Veterans Memorial Highway. 278.3 km
- Turn right onto Highway 4/4. 4.9 km
- Turn left onto 15. 66.8 km
- Turn right onto Saskatchewan Avenue/15. Continue on 15. 143.1 km
- Turn right onto Highway 15/15/20. Continue on 20. 65.0 km
- Turn left onto Highway 22/22. 21.7 km
- Turn left onto CanAm Highway/6. 443 m
- Turn left onto Assiniboia Avenue. 619 m
- Turn right onto Cowper Street. 99 m
- Turn left onto Roderick Avenue. 159 m
Standard car route without avoiding highways. For advanced options (motorcycle, bicycle, transit, avoid tolls) use the live planner above.
Estimate trip cost: Alliance – Southey
Indicative estimates based on ~597 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 Southey
The straight-line distance between Alliance (Alberta) and Southey (Saskatchewan) is about 527.9 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: Alliance – Southey
The journey from Alliance to Southey covers roughly 597 km on the road, equal to 527.9 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 Southey (Saskatchewan), at 50.9450° N, -104.5030° E.
Practical tips for the Alliance – Southey 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 Southey in Saskatchewan, prairie to the south and boreal forest, lakes, and Shield country to the north. The route also passes near Rosetown (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 597 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 – Southey route
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Routes with intermediate stops: Alliance → Rosetown · Alliance → Harris · Alliance → Plenty
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Frequently asked questions: Alliance – Southey
What is the straight-line distance between Alliance and Southey?
The straight-line distance between Alliance and Southey is about 527.9 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.
What is the estimated road distance from Alliance to Southey?
The estimated road distance from Alliance to Southey is about 597 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 Southey?
Indicative drive time from Alliance to Southey is about 6 h 38 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 Southey?
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–Southey 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 Southey?
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 Southey?
A common alternative is going via Rosetown or Harris. Use the live planner to compare routes.
Can I open the Alliance–Southey 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 Southey as destination.