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Route from Drayton Valley to Morden

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

Distance from Drayton Valley to Morden

The straight-line distance between Drayton Valley and Morden is 1254.5 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 1418 km, with an indicative drive time of 15 h 45 min.

Straight-line distance 1254.5 km
Estimated road distance ~1418 km
Indicative drive time 15 h 45 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: Drayton Valley – Morden

Route type Long

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

Indicative fuel cost $159–$215

Estimate: ~1418 km, 8 L/100 km, $1.65/L. ±15%. Excludes tolls.

Driving directions from Drayton Valley to Morden

The map shows the locations of Drayton Valley (A) and Morden (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 Drayton Valley to Morden

Real distance: 1,450.3 km  ·  Estimated time: 18 h 5 min

🗓 Calculated on June 4, 2026
  1. Drive south on 50 Street. 3.4 km
  2. Turn left onto Highway 22/22. 53.1 km
  3. Turn right onto Township Road 490. 27.2 km
  4. Turn right onto Range Road 270/795. Continue on 795. 11.3 km
  5. Turn left onto Highway 616/616. Continue on 616. 22.4 km
  6. Turn right onto Highway 2A/2A. 12.7 km
  7. Turn left onto Highway 13/13. 30.7 km
  8. Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit toward 13 East/Camrose. 6.3 km
  9. Turn right onto 68 Street/13A. Continue on 13A. 8.1 km
  10. Turn right onto Highway 13/13. 303.0 km
  11. Turn right onto Highway 14/14. Continue on 14. 156.7 km
  12. Take the Circle Drive South exit. 66 m

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

Estimate trip cost: Drayton Valley – Morden

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Indicative estimates based on ~1418 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

Drayton Valley

Alberta · 53.22220, -114.97700

Drayton Valley sits in west-central Alberta in a river-valley setting on the Pembina River. The town serves as a local centre for surrounding rural and resource communities rather than part of a major metropolitan area.…

Destination

Morden

Manitoba · 49.19190, -98.10060

Morden sits in southern Manitoba's Pembina Valley on the prairie plain of the province. As a small city of about 9,900 people, it appears on regional maps as a local concentration of services and a waypoint for drivers…

How to drive from Drayton Valley to Morden

The straight-line distance between Drayton Valley (Alberta) and Morden (Manitoba) is about 1254.5 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: Drayton Valley – Morden

The distance from Drayton Valley to Morden is estimated at 1418 km on a mixed road profile, starting from 1254.5 km straight line. It is a long route (over 300 km) that connects Alberta to Manitoba. Plan multiple breaks and check highway traffic, weather, and fuel availability — particularly in remote sections. Calculate the current route with the live planner for detailed instructions.

The trip starts at Drayton Valley (Alberta) — coordinates 53.2222° N, -114.9770° E. The destination is Morden (Manitoba), at 49.1919° N, -98.1006° E.

Practical tips for the Drayton Valley – Morden 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 Morden in Manitoba, prairie and lake country, with thousands of lakes and rivers. The route also passes near Loreburn (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 1418 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: Drayton Valley – Morden

What is the straight-line distance between Drayton Valley and Morden?

The straight-line distance between Drayton Valley and Morden is about 1254.5 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.

What is the estimated road distance from Drayton Valley to Morden?

The estimated road distance from Drayton Valley to Morden is about 1418 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 Drayton Valley to Morden?

Indicative drive time from Drayton Valley to Morden is about 15 h 45 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 Drayton Valley to Morden?

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 Drayton Valley–Morden 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 Drayton Valley to Morden?

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 Drayton Valley to Morden?

A common alternative is going via Loreburn or Kenaston. Use the live planner to compare routes.

Can I open the Drayton Valley–Morden 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 Drayton Valley as origin and Morden as destination.