Route from Consort to Balgonie
Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Consort to Balgonie — 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 Consort (Alberta) and Balgonie (Saskatchewan). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.
Distance from Consort to Balgonie
The straight-line distance between Consort and Balgonie is 482.5 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 545 km, with an indicative drive time of 6 h 3 min.
Trip cost and route type: Consort – Balgonie
Driving directions from Consort to Balgonie
The map shows the locations of Consort (A) and Balgonie (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 Consort to Balgonie
Real distance: 592.6 km · Estimated time: 6 h 54 min
- Drive south on Buffalo Trail/41. 149 m
- Turn left onto Buffalo Trail/12/41. 17.3 km
- Turn right to stay on Buffalo Trail/41. 68.3 km
- Turn left onto 9/Highway 9. 177.0 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. 55.8 km
- Bear right onto 11/Louis Riel Trail. 163.9 km
- Keep left to take 11A/Louis Riel Trail toward Regina. 5.6 km
- Take the Pasqua Street exit. 511 m
- Keep left to take Pasqua Street toward Industrial Park. 221 m
- Turn left onto Pasqua Street. 438 m
Standard car route without avoiding highways. For advanced options (motorcycle, bicycle, transit, avoid tolls) use the live planner above.
Estimate trip cost: Consort – Balgonie
Indicative estimates based on ~545 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 Consort to Balgonie
The straight-line distance between Consort (Alberta) and Balgonie (Saskatchewan) is about 482.5 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: Consort – Balgonie
The journey from Consort to Balgonie covers roughly 545 km on the road, equal to 482.5 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 Consort (Alberta) — coordinates 52.0072° N, -110.7660° E. The destination is Balgonie (Saskatchewan), at 50.4880° N, -104.2690° E.
Practical tips for the Consort – Balgonie 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 Balgonie in Saskatchewan, prairie to the south and boreal forest, lakes, and Shield country to the north. The route also passes near Lucky 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 545 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 Consort – Balgonie route
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Routes with intermediate stops: Consort → Lucky Lake · Consort → Beechy · Consort → Outlook
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Frequently asked questions: Consort – Balgonie
What is the straight-line distance between Consort and Balgonie?
The straight-line distance between Consort and Balgonie is about 482.5 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.
What is the estimated road distance from Consort to Balgonie?
The estimated road distance from Consort to Balgonie is about 545 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 Consort to Balgonie?
Indicative drive time from Consort to Balgonie is about 6 h 3 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 Consort to Balgonie?
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 Consort–Balgonie 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 Consort to Balgonie?
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 Consort to Balgonie?
A common alternative is going via Lucky Lake or Beechy. Use the live planner to compare routes.
Can I open the Consort–Balgonie 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 Consort as origin and Balgonie as destination.