Route from Lake Louise to Cardiff
Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Lake Louise to Cardiff — 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 Lake Louise (Alberta) and Cardiff (Alberta). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.
Distance from Lake Louise to Cardiff
The straight-line distance between Lake Louise and Cardiff is 313.1 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 354 km, with an indicative drive time of 3 h 56 min.
Trip cost and route type: Lake Louise – Cardiff
Driving directions from Lake Louise to Cardiff
The map shows the locations of Lake Louise (A) and Cardiff (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 Lake Louise to Cardiff
Real distance: 492.4 km · Estimated time: 5 h 35 min
- Drive south on Slate Road. 143 m
- Turn right onto 1/93/Trans-Canada Highway/Route Transcanadienne. 1.2 km
- Take the 93 exit toward Jasper/Rocky Mountain House. 823 m
- Keep right to stay on Icefields Parkway/Promenade des Glaciers/93. 75.4 km
- Turn right onto David Thompson Highway/11. Continue on 11. 173.9 km
- Bear left. 249 m
- Turn left onto Cowboy Trail/22. Continue on 22. 91.4 km
- Turn right onto Highway 39/39. 4.9 km
- Turn left onto Highway 759/759. Continue on 759. 28.6 km
- Turn right onto Township Road 520/627. 34.5 km
- Turn left onto Range Road 23/770. 13.2 km
- Turn right toward Edmonton. 603 m
Standard car route without avoiding highways. For advanced options (motorcycle, bicycle, transit, avoid tolls) use the live planner above.
Estimate trip cost: Lake Louise – Cardiff
Indicative estimates based on ~354 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 Lake Louise to Cardiff
The straight-line distance between Lake Louise (Alberta) and Cardiff (Alberta) is about 313.1 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: Lake Louise – Cardiff
Planning a trip from Lake Louise to Cardiff means budgeting around 354 km on the road and an indicative drive time of 3 h 56 min by car. The route stays within Alberta and falls into a long route (over 300 km). Plan multiple breaks and check highway traffic, weather, and fuel availability — particularly in remote sections.
Practical tips for the Lake Louise – Cardiff drive
Terrain along the way
The route stays within Alberta, prairie in the south rising into the Canadian Rockies in the west.
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 354 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 Lake Louise – Cardiff route
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Routes with intermediate stops: Lake Louise → Rocky Mountain House · Lake Louise → Leslieville · Lake Louise → Breton
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Frequently asked questions: Lake Louise – Cardiff
What is the straight-line distance between Lake Louise and Cardiff?
The straight-line distance between Lake Louise and Cardiff is about 313.1 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.
What is the estimated road distance from Lake Louise to Cardiff?
The estimated road distance from Lake Louise to Cardiff is about 354 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 Lake Louise to Cardiff?
Indicative drive time from Lake Louise to Cardiff is about 3 h 56 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 Lake Louise to Cardiff?
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 Lake Louise–Cardiff 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 Lake Louise to Cardiff?
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 Lake Louise to Cardiff?
A common alternative is going via Rocky Mountain House or Leslieville. Use the live planner to compare routes.
Can I open the Lake Louise–Cardiff 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 Lake Louise as origin and Cardiff as destination.