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Route from Girouxville to Quill Lake

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

Distance from Girouxville to Quill Lake

The straight-line distance between Girouxville and Quill Lake is 948.3 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 1072 km, with an indicative drive time of 11 h 54 min.

Straight-line distance 948.3 km
Estimated road distance ~1072 km
Indicative drive time 11 h 54 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: Girouxville – Quill Lake

Route type Long

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

Indicative fuel cost $120–$163

Estimate: ~1072 km, 8 L/100 km, $1.65/L. ±15%. Excludes tolls.

Driving directions from Girouxville to Quill Lake

The map shows the locations of Girouxville (A) and Quill Lake (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 Girouxville to Quill Lake

Real distance: 1,162.3 km  ·  Estimated time: 13 h 42 min

🗓 Calculated on June 4, 2026
  1. Drive east on 50th Avenue. 45 m
  2. Turn right onto 50th Street/744. Continue on 744. 3.4 km
  3. Turn left onto Spirit River Highway/49. 62.2 km
  4. Turn left onto Northern Woods & Water Route/2. Continue on 2. 189.7 km
  5. Turn left onto Northern Woods & Water Route/2. 58.2 km
  6. Turn left onto Highway 55/2. 19.1 km
  7. Turn right onto Secondary Highway 827/827. Continue on 827. 45.0 km
  8. Turn left onto Township Road 620/661. 3.2 km
  9. Turn right onto Range Road 215/827. Continue on 827. 29.1 km
  10. Turn left onto Highway 827/827. 5.2 km
  11. Turn right onto 28/Highway 28. 9.9 km
  12. Turn left onto Highway 38/38. Continue on 38. 4.3 km

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

Estimate trip cost: Girouxville – Quill Lake

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Indicative estimates based on ~1072 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

Girouxville

Alberta · 55.75390, -117.33900

Girouxville is a small village in northern Alberta, positioned in a rural landscape roughly midway between larger regional centres on the province’s northern plains. With a population of about 219, it functions as a…

Destination

Quill Lake

Saskatchewan · 52.06670, -104.25000

Quill Lake is a small community in Saskatchewan on the prairie, shown on provincial maps as a rural settlement amid fields and low-lying wetlands. On road maps it functions primarily as a local waypoint and orientation…

How to drive from Girouxville to Quill Lake

The straight-line distance between Girouxville (Alberta) and Quill Lake (Saskatchewan) is about 948.3 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: Girouxville – Quill Lake

The route from Girouxville to Quill Lake connects Alberta to Saskatchewan. The straight-line distance is about 948.3 km, with an estimated road distance of 1072 km — 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, turn-by-turn directions, and a trip-cost estimate.

The trip starts at Girouxville (Alberta) — coordinates 55.7539° N, -117.3390° E. The destination is Quill Lake (Saskatchewan), at 52.0667° N, -104.2500° E.

Practical tips for the Girouxville – Quill Lake 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 Quill Lake in Saskatchewan, prairie to the south and boreal forest, lakes, and Shield country to the north. The route also passes near Elk Point (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 1072 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: Girouxville – Quill Lake

What is the straight-line distance between Girouxville and Quill Lake?

The straight-line distance between Girouxville and Quill Lake is about 948.3 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.

What is the estimated road distance from Girouxville to Quill Lake?

The estimated road distance from Girouxville to Quill Lake is about 1072 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 Girouxville to Quill Lake?

Indicative drive time from Girouxville to Quill Lake is about 11 h 54 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 Girouxville to Quill Lake?

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 Girouxville–Quill Lake 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 Girouxville to Quill Lake?

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 Girouxville to Quill Lake?

A common alternative is going via Elk Point or Derwent. Use the live planner to compare routes.

Can I open the Girouxville–Quill Lake 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 Girouxville as origin and Quill Lake as destination.