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Route from Fort Kent to St. Louis

Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Fort Kent to St. Louis — 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 Fort Kent (Alberta) and St. Louis (Saskatchewan). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.

Distance from Fort Kent to St. Louis

The straight-line distance between Fort Kent and St. Louis is 351.8 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 398 km, with an indicative drive time of 4 h 25 min.

Straight-line distance 351.8 km
Estimated road distance ~398 km
Indicative drive time 4 h 25 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: Fort Kent – St. Louis

Route type Long

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

Indicative fuel cost $45–$60

Estimate: ~398 km, 8 L/100 km, $1.65/L. ±15%. Excludes tolls.

Driving directions from Fort Kent to St. Louis

The map shows the locations of Fort Kent (A) and St. Louis (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 Fort Kent to St. Louis

Real distance: 475.4 km  ·  Estimated time: 5 h 40 min

🗓 Calculated on June 3, 2026
  1. Drive south on 50 Street. 519 m
  2. Turn right onto Highway 28/28. 3.3 km
  3. Turn left onto Range Road 452. 4.0 km
  4. Turn left onto Secondary Highway 659/659. 3.2 km
  5. Turn right onto Secondary Highway 657/657. 45.7 km
  6. Turn left onto Secondary Highway 646/646. 20.8 km
  7. Turn right onto Secondary Highway 897/897. 106.8 km
  8. Turn right onto Highway 3/3/26/TCT. Continue on 3/26. 29.2 km
  9. Turn left onto Highway 3/3. 45.1 km
  10. Turn right onto Highway 4/3/4. Continue on 3/4. 1.6 km
  11. Turn left onto Highway 3/3. Continue on 3. 178.4 km
  12. Take the 2 exit. 33.1 km

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

Estimate trip cost: Fort Kent – St. Louis

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Indicative estimates based on ~398 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

Fort Kent

Alberta · 54.31310, -110.60400

Fort Kent sits in northern Alberta within the boreal forest region at mid‑high latitude. It is not part of a larger metropolitan area but functions on maps as a local node for drivers moving among dispersed rural…

Destination

St. Louis

Saskatchewan · 52.91670, -105.81700

St. Louis sits in central Saskatchewan as a small rural village within the province’s prairie–parkland belt. On regional maps it functions as a local waypoint where regional roads and local approaches meet agricultural…

How to drive from Fort Kent to St. Louis

The straight-line distance between Fort Kent (Alberta) and St. Louis (Saskatchewan) is about 351.8 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: Fort Kent – St. Louis

Driving directions from Fort Kent to St. Louis: estimated road distance 398 km, indicative time about 4 h 25 min by car. The route connects Alberta to Saskatchewan — a long route (over 300 km). Plan multiple breaks and check highway traffic, weather, and fuel availability — particularly in remote sections. Use the live planner for an up-to-date track with turn-by-turn directions.

The trip starts at Fort Kent (Alberta) — coordinates 54.3131° N, -110.6040° E. The destination is St. Louis (Saskatchewan), at 52.9167° N, -105.8170° E.

Practical tips for the Fort Kent – St. Louis 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 St. Louis in Saskatchewan, prairie to the south and boreal forest, lakes, and Shield country to the north. The route also passes near Medstead (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 398 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: Fort Kent – St. Louis

What is the straight-line distance between Fort Kent and St. Louis?

The straight-line distance between Fort Kent and St. Louis is about 351.8 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.

What is the estimated road distance from Fort Kent to St. Louis?

The estimated road distance from Fort Kent to St. Louis is about 398 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 Fort Kent to St. Louis?

Indicative drive time from Fort Kent to St. Louis is about 4 h 25 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 Fort Kent to St. Louis?

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 Fort Kent–St. Louis 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 Fort Kent to St. Louis?

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 Fort Kent to St. Louis?

A common alternative is going via Medstead or Livelong. Use the live planner to compare routes.

Can I open the Fort Kent–St. Louis 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 Fort Kent as origin and St. Louis as destination.