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Route from Beaver Lake to Crutwell

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

Distance from Beaver Lake to Crutwell

The straight-line distance between Beaver Lake and Crutwell is 418.4 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 473 km, with an indicative drive time of 5 h 15 min.

Straight-line distance 418.4 km
Estimated road distance ~473 km
Indicative drive time 5 h 15 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: Beaver Lake – Crutwell

Route type Long

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

Indicative fuel cost $53–$72

Estimate: ~473 km, 8 L/100 km, $1.65/L. ±15%. Excludes tolls.

Driving directions from Beaver Lake to Crutwell

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

Real distance: 549.9 km  ·  Estimated time: 6 h 12 min

🗓 Calculated on June 4, 2026
  1. Drive west on Birch Drive. 66 m
  2. Turn right onto Laura's Spruce Drive. 669 m
  3. Turn right onto Range Road 134. 124 m
  4. Turn left onto Highway 663/663. 3.6 km
  5. Turn left onto Northern Woods & Water Route/36/55. Continue on 36/55. 17.8 km
  6. Turn left onto Northern Woods & Water Route/55. 51.8 km
  7. Turn right onto Secondary Highway 881/881. Continue on 881. 34.5 km
  8. Turn left onto Highway 28/28. 24.6 km
  9. Turn right onto Buffalo Trail/41. 7.9 km
  10. Turn left onto Secondary Highway 657/657. Continue on 657. 19.2 km
  11. Turn right onto Range Road 50. 26.1 km
  12. Turn left onto Secondary Highway 646/646. 20.8 km

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

Estimate trip cost: Beaver Lake – Crutwell

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Range ±15%

Indicative estimates based on ~473 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

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…

Destination

Crutwell

Saskatchewan · 53.21900, -106.07000

Crutwell is a small rural community in central Saskatchewan. Positioned in a largely agricultural and parkland zone, it is not part of a metropolitan area but functions as a local settlement on regional mapping layers.…

How to drive from Beaver Lake to Crutwell

The straight-line distance between Beaver Lake (Alberta) and Crutwell (Saskatchewan) is about 418.4 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: Beaver Lake – Crutwell

How far is Beaver Lake from Crutwell? The road estimate is around 473 km, with an indicative drive time of 5 h 15 min. The route connects Alberta to Saskatchewan — a long route (over 300 km). Plan multiple breaks and check highway traffic, weather, and fuel availability — particularly in remote sections. Verify the track with the live planner for current instructions.

The trip starts at Beaver Lake (Alberta) — coordinates 54.7597° N, -111.9120° E. The destination is Crutwell (Saskatchewan), at 53.2190° N, -106.0700° E.

Practical tips for the Beaver Lake – Crutwell 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 Crutwell in Saskatchewan, prairie to the south and boreal forest, lakes, and Shield country to the north. The route also passes near Loon Lake (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 473 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: Beaver Lake – Crutwell

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

The straight-line distance between Beaver Lake and Crutwell is about 418.4 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.

What is the estimated road distance from Beaver Lake to Crutwell?

The estimated road distance from Beaver Lake to Crutwell is about 473 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 Beaver Lake to Crutwell?

Indicative drive time from Beaver Lake to Crutwell is about 5 h 15 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 Beaver Lake to Crutwell?

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 Beaver Lake–Crutwell 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 Beaver Lake to Crutwell?

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 Beaver Lake to Crutwell?

A common alternative is going via Loon Lake or Meadow Lake. Use the live planner to compare routes.

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