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Route from Hay Lakes to Mattice

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

Distance from Hay Lakes to Mattice

The straight-line distance between Hay Lakes and Mattice is 2088.2 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 2360 km, with an indicative drive time of 26 h 13 min.

Straight-line distance 2088.2 km
Estimated road distance ~2360 km
Indicative drive time 26 h 13 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: Hay Lakes – Mattice

Route type Long

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

Indicative fuel cost $265–$358

Estimate: ~2360 km, 8 L/100 km, $1.65/L. ±15%. Excludes tolls.

Driving directions from Hay Lakes to Mattice

The map shows the locations of Hay Lakes (A) and Mattice (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 Hay Lakes to Mattice

Real distance: 2,525.1 km  ·  Estimated time: 30 h 54 min

🗓 Calculated on June 3, 2026
  1. Drive east on Highway 617/617. Continue on 617. 27.9 km
  2. Turn right onto Range Road 190/834. 19.4 km
  3. Turn left onto 26. 71.0 km
  4. Turn right onto Poundmaker Trail/14. 231.1 km
  5. Turn left onto Highway 4/40/4/40. Continue on 4/40. 3.4 km
  6. Keep right to take 16 East toward Saskatoon/Prince Albert. 128.8 km
  7. Turn left onto 71 Street West. 5.5 km
  8. Turn right onto Wanuskewin Road. 530 m
  9. Turn left onto Marquis Drive. 11.4 km
  10. Turn left to take the 5 East ramp toward College Drive East. 54.1 km
  11. Turn right onto Veterans Memorial Highway/2. 19.9 km
  12. Turn left onto 16/Yellowhead Route/Route Yellowhead. Continue on 16. 91.7 km

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

Estimate trip cost: Hay Lakes – Mattice

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Indicative estimates based on ~2360 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

Hay Lakes

Alberta · 53.19250, -113.05500

Hay Lakes sits in central Alberta on the province’s prairie plain, a small village of roughly 495 residents that appears on regional maps as a compact settlement surrounded by farmland. It is not part of a metropolitan…

Destination

Mattice

Ontario · 49.61670, -83.26670

Mattice sits in the northern reaches of Ontario, in a sparsely settled, forested part of the province. On a regional map it appears as a small community amid a pattern of lakes, wetlands and mixed boreal woodlands,…

How to drive from Hay Lakes to Mattice

The straight-line distance between Hay Lakes (Alberta) and Mattice (Ontario) is about 2088.2 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: Hay Lakes – Mattice

Looking for directions from Hay Lakes to Mattice? The estimated road distance is 2360 km (2088.2 km straight line), with an indicative drive time of 26 h 13 min. A long route (over 300 km) that connects Alberta to Ontario. Plan multiple breaks and check highway traffic, weather, and fuel availability — particularly in remote sections. Choose the transport mode in the live planner to get the detailed track.

The trip starts at Hay Lakes (Alberta) — coordinates 53.1925° N, -113.0550° E. The destination is Mattice (Ontario), at 49.6167° N, -83.2667° E.

Practical tips for the Hay Lakes – Mattice 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 Mattice in Ontario, Great Lakes shoreline in the south, Canadian Shield forests across the north. The route also passes near Ashern (Manitoba).

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 2360 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: Hay Lakes – Mattice

What is the straight-line distance between Hay Lakes and Mattice?

The straight-line distance between Hay Lakes and Mattice is about 2088.2 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.

What is the estimated road distance from Hay Lakes to Mattice?

The estimated road distance from Hay Lakes to Mattice is about 2360 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 Hay Lakes to Mattice?

Indicative drive time from Hay Lakes to Mattice is about 26 h 13 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 Hay Lakes to Mattice?

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 Hay Lakes–Mattice 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 Hay Lakes to Mattice?

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 Hay Lakes to Mattice?

A common alternative is going via Ashern or Lundar. Use the live planner to compare routes.

Can I open the Hay Lakes–Mattice 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 Hay Lakes as origin and Mattice as destination.