Route from Coaldale to Lake Windermere
Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Coaldale to Lake Windermere — 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 Coaldale (Alberta) and Lake Windermere (British Columbia). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.
Distance from Coaldale to Lake Windermere
The straight-line distance between Coaldale and Lake Windermere is 258.6 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 292 km, with an indicative drive time of 3 h 15 min.
Trip cost and route type: Coaldale – Lake Windermere
Driving directions from Coaldale to Lake Windermere
The map shows the locations of Coaldale (A) and Lake Windermere (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 Coaldale to Lake Windermere
Real distance: 432.9 km · Estimated time: 5 h 41 min
- Drive south. 101 m
- Turn right. 389 m
- Bear left onto 16 Avenue. 72 m
- Turn left onto 20 Street/845. 384 m
- Turn right onto 3/Crowsnest Highway. 34.7 km
- Keep left to stay on 3 toward Fort Macleod/Crowsnest Pass/Calgary. 88.0 km
- Keep straight to take Crowsnest Highway. 186.3 km
- Take the 93/95 exit toward Invermere/Radium Hot Springs. 31.4 km
- Turn right onto Kootenay-Columbia Highway/BC 93/BC 95. 63.0 km
- Turn left onto Westside Road. 25.8 km
- Turn right onto 13th Street. 399 m
- Turn left onto 10th Avenue. 708 m
Standard car route without avoiding highways. For advanced options (motorcycle, bicycle, transit, avoid tolls) use the live planner above.
Estimate trip cost: Coaldale – Lake Windermere
Indicative estimates based on ~292 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 Coaldale to Lake Windermere
The straight-line distance between Coaldale (Alberta) and Lake Windermere (British Columbia) is about 258.6 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: Coaldale – Lake Windermere
Planning a trip from Coaldale to Lake Windermere means budgeting around 292 km on the road and an indicative drive time of 3 h 15 min by car. The route connects Alberta to British Columbia and falls into a medium-distance route (100–300 km). Plan at least one stop and check fuel before departure.
The trip starts at Coaldale (Alberta) — coordinates 49.7333° N, -112.6170° E. The destination is Lake Windermere (British Columbia), at 50.5167° N, -116.0330° E.
Practical tips for the Coaldale – Lake Windermere 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 Lake Windermere in British Columbia, mountainous, with the Coast Mountains, the Rockies, and a long Pacific coastline. The route also passes near Longview (Alberta).
When to leave
For a medium-distance trip, leaving before 07:00 or after 10:00 helps you avoid urban congestion. Friday afternoons and Sunday returns often slow the major highways.
Alternatives
For this route of about 292 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 Coaldale – Lake Windermere route
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Routes with intermediate stops: Coaldale → Longview
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Frequently asked questions: Coaldale – Lake Windermere
What is the straight-line distance between Coaldale and Lake Windermere?
The straight-line distance between Coaldale and Lake Windermere is about 258.6 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.
What is the estimated road distance from Coaldale to Lake Windermere?
The estimated road distance from Coaldale to Lake Windermere is about 292 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 Coaldale to Lake Windermere?
Indicative drive time from Coaldale to Lake Windermere is about 3 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 Coaldale to Lake Windermere?
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 Coaldale–Lake Windermere 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 Coaldale to Lake Windermere?
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 Coaldale to Lake Windermere?
A common alternative is going via Longview. Use the live planner to compare routes.
Can I open the Coaldale–Lake Windermere 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 Coaldale as origin and Lake Windermere as destination.