Route from Donnelly to Laird
Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Donnelly to Laird — 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 Donnelly (Alberta) and Laird (Saskatchewan). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.
Distance from Donnelly to Laird
The straight-line distance between Donnelly and Laird is 760.2 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 859 km, with an indicative drive time of 9 h 33 min.
Trip cost and route type: Donnelly – Laird
Driving directions from Donnelly to Laird
The map shows the locations of Donnelly (A) and Laird (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 Donnelly to Laird
Real distance: 980.8 km · Estimated time: 11 h 14 min
- Drive north on Range Road 210. 45 m
- Turn right onto Northern Woods & Water Route/2. Continue on 2. 237.3 km
- Turn left onto Northern Woods & Water Route/2. 58.2 km
- Turn left onto Highway 55/2. 19.1 km
- Turn right onto Secondary Highway 827/827. Continue on 827. 45.0 km
- Turn left onto Township Road 620/661. 3.2 km
- Turn right onto Range Road 215/827. Continue on 827. 19.4 km
- Turn left onto 1 Avenue/18. Continue on 18. 6.5 km
- Turn right onto 63/Highway 63. 22.5 km
- Turn right onto Range Road 212 574/829. Continue on 829. 4.9 km
- Turn left onto 44 Street/38. Continue on 38. 6.5 km
- Turn left onto Highway 38/38. 157.0 km
Standard car route without avoiding highways. For advanced options (motorcycle, bicycle, transit, avoid tolls) use the live planner above.
Estimate trip cost: Donnelly – Laird
Indicative estimates based on ~859 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 Donnelly to Laird
The straight-line distance between Donnelly (Alberta) and Laird (Saskatchewan) is about 760.2 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: Donnelly – Laird
Planning a trip from Donnelly to Laird means budgeting around 859 km on the road and an indicative drive time of 9 h 33 min by car. The route connects Alberta to Saskatchewan and falls into a long route (over 300 km). Plan multiple breaks and check highway traffic, weather, and fuel availability — particularly in remote sections.
The trip starts at Donnelly (Alberta) — coordinates 55.7228° N, -117.1050° E. The destination is Laird (Saskatchewan), at 52.7120° N, -106.5900° E.
Practical tips for the Donnelly – Laird 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 Laird in Saskatchewan, prairie to the south and boreal forest, lakes, and Shield country to the north. The route also passes near Vilna (Alberta).
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 859 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 Donnelly – Laird route
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Routes with intermediate stops: Donnelly → Vilna · Donnelly → Bellis · Donnelly → Kikino
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Frequently asked questions: Donnelly – Laird
What is the straight-line distance between Donnelly and Laird?
The straight-line distance between Donnelly and Laird is about 760.2 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.
What is the estimated road distance from Donnelly to Laird?
The estimated road distance from Donnelly to Laird is about 859 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 Donnelly to Laird?
Indicative drive time from Donnelly to Laird is about 9 h 33 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 Donnelly to Laird?
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 Donnelly–Laird 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 Donnelly to Laird?
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 Donnelly to Laird?
A common alternative is going via Vilna or Bellis. Use the live planner to compare routes.
Can I open the Donnelly–Laird 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 Donnelly as origin and Laird as destination.