Route from Lake Louise to Delmas
Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Lake Louise to Delmas — 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 Delmas (Saskatchewan). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.
Distance from Lake Louise to Delmas
The straight-line distance between Lake Louise and Delmas is 542.6 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 613 km, with an indicative drive time of 6 h 49 min.
Trip cost and route type: Lake Louise – Delmas
Driving directions from Lake Louise to Delmas
The map shows the locations of Lake Louise (A) and Delmas (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 Delmas
Real distance: 784.9 km · Estimated time: 9 h 4 min
- Drive south on Slate Road. 163 m
- Turn left onto 1/93/Trans-Canada Highway/Route Transcanadienne. Continue on 1/Trans-Canada Highway. 121.9 km
- Take exit 131 onto North Morley Road. 530 m
- Turn left onto Mînî Thnî Road/133X. 3.9 km
- Turn right onto Highway 1A/1A. Continue on 1A. 26.1 km
- Turn left onto Horse Creek Road. 7.4 km
- Turn right onto Weedon Trail. 14.0 km
- Turn left onto Lochend Road/766. 19.6 km
- Turn right onto Highway 766/766. 4.9 km
- Turn right onto Township Road 292/292. Continue on Township Road 292. 33.3 km
- Turn left onto Highway 791/791. 3.2 km
- Turn right onto Highway 575/575. Continue on 575. 40.8 km
Standard car route without avoiding highways. For advanced options (motorcycle, bicycle, transit, avoid tolls) use the live planner above.
Estimate trip cost: Lake Louise – Delmas
Indicative estimates based on ~613 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 Delmas
The straight-line distance between Lake Louise (Alberta) and Delmas (Saskatchewan) is about 542.6 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 – Delmas
The distance from Lake Louise to Delmas is estimated at 613 km on a mixed road profile, starting from 542.6 km straight line. It is a long route (over 300 km) that connects Alberta to Saskatchewan. 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 Lake Louise (Alberta) — coordinates 51.4337° N, -116.1830° E. The destination is Delmas (Saskatchewan), at 52.9289° N, -108.6030° E.
Practical tips for the Lake Louise – Delmas 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 Delmas in Saskatchewan, prairie to the south and boreal forest, lakes, and Shield country to the north. The route also passes near Stettler (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 613 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 – Delmas route
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Routes with intermediate stops: Lake Louise → Stettler · Lake Louise → Castor · Lake Louise → Erskine
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Frequently asked questions: Lake Louise – Delmas
What is the straight-line distance between Lake Louise and Delmas?
The straight-line distance between Lake Louise and Delmas is about 542.6 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.
What is the estimated road distance from Lake Louise to Delmas?
The estimated road distance from Lake Louise to Delmas is about 613 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 Delmas?
Indicative drive time from Lake Louise to Delmas is about 6 h 49 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 Delmas?
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–Delmas 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 Delmas?
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 Delmas?
A common alternative is going via Stettler or Castor. Use the live planner to compare routes.
Can I open the Lake Louise–Delmas 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 Delmas as destination.