Route from Busby to Drake
Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Busby to Drake — 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 Busby (Alberta) and Drake (Saskatchewan). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.
Distance from Busby to Drake
The straight-line distance between Busby and Drake is 643.7 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 727 km, with an indicative drive time of 8 h 5 min.
Trip cost and route type: Busby – Drake
Driving directions from Busby to Drake
The map shows the locations of Busby (A) and Drake (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 Busby to Drake
Real distance: 726.8 km · Estimated time: 8 h 52 min
- Drive northeast on 49 Street. 340 m
- Turn right onto 50 Avenue/651. Continue on 651. 32.1 km
- Turn right onto Lily Lake Road. 3.2 km
- Turn left onto Township Road 572. 5.0 km
- Turn left onto 28/Highway 28. 11.7 km
- Turn right onto Highway 38/38. Continue on 38. 4.3 km
- Turn right onto 44 Street/38. Continue on 38. 6.5 km
- Turn left onto Highway 38/38. 8.7 km
- Turn right onto Range Road 210/830. 12.5 km
- Turn left onto 15. 48.1 km
- Turn right onto Sawchuk Street/15/855. Continue on 15/855. 2.2 km
- Turn left onto 16/Yellowhead Highway/Route Yellowhead. Continue on 16. 305.7 km
Standard car route without avoiding highways. For advanced options (motorcycle, bicycle, transit, avoid tolls) use the live planner above.
Estimate trip cost: Busby – Drake
Indicative estimates based on ~727 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 Busby to Drake
The straight-line distance between Busby (Alberta) and Drake (Saskatchewan) is about 643.7 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: Busby – Drake
From Busby to Drake the estimated road distance is roughly 727 km (643.7 km straight line). The trip connects Alberta to Saskatchewan and is a long route (over 300 km). Plan multiple breaks and check highway traffic, weather, and fuel availability — particularly in remote sections. The live planner provides turn-by-turn instructions, indicative arrival time, and a fuel-or-electricity cost estimate.
The trip starts at Busby (Alberta) — coordinates 53.9446° N, -113.8880° E. The destination is Drake (Saskatchewan), at 51.7472° N, -105.0110° E.
Practical tips for the Busby – Drake 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 Drake in Saskatchewan, prairie to the south and boreal forest, lakes, and Shield country to the north. The route also passes near Neilburg (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 727 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 Busby – Drake route
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Routes with intermediate stops: Busby → Neilburg · Busby → Marsden · Busby → Waseca
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Frequently asked questions: Busby – Drake
What is the straight-line distance between Busby and Drake?
The straight-line distance between Busby and Drake is about 643.7 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.
What is the estimated road distance from Busby to Drake?
The estimated road distance from Busby to Drake is about 727 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 Busby to Drake?
Indicative drive time from Busby to Drake is about 8 h 5 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 Busby to Drake?
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 Busby–Drake 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 Busby to Drake?
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 Busby to Drake?
A common alternative is going via Neilburg or Marsden. Use the live planner to compare routes.
Can I open the Busby–Drake 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 Busby as origin and Drake as destination.