Route from Lousana to Cut Knife
Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Lousana to Cut Knife — 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 Lousana (Alberta) and Cut Knife (Saskatchewan). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.
Distance from Lousana to Cut Knife
The straight-line distance between Lousana and Cut Knife is 291.2 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 329 km, with an indicative drive time of 3 h 39 min.
Trip cost and route type: Lousana – Cut Knife
Driving directions from Lousana to Cut Knife
The map shows the locations of Lousana (A) and Cut Knife (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 Lousana to Cut Knife
Real distance: 376.8 km · Estimated time: 4 h 35 min
- Drive north on 11 Street. 120 m
- Turn left onto 20 Avenue. 3.6 km
- Turn right onto Highway 21/21. 34.9 km
- Turn right onto Highway 11/11/David Thompson Highway. 4.9 km
- Turn right onto Highway 12/12. Continue on 12. 21.0 km
- Turn right onto 50 Street/12. Continue on 12. 58.0 km
- Turn left onto 45 Street/861. 328 m
- Turn right onto 50 Avenue/599. Continue on 599. 3.5 km
- Turn left onto Veterans Memorial Highway/36. 2.1 km
- Turn right onto Township Road 380/599. Continue on 599. 69.5 km
- Turn left onto Buffalo Trail/41. 10.0 km
- Turn right onto Highway 600/600. Continue on 600. 41.1 km
Standard car route without avoiding highways. For advanced options (motorcycle, bicycle, transit, avoid tolls) use the live planner above.
Estimate trip cost: Lousana – Cut Knife
Indicative estimates based on ~329 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 Lousana to Cut Knife
The straight-line distance between Lousana (Alberta) and Cut Knife (Saskatchewan) is about 291.2 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: Lousana – Cut Knife
The journey from Lousana to Cut Knife covers roughly 329 km on the road, equal to 291.2 km straight line. The trip connects Alberta to Saskatchewan and is classified as a long route (over 300 km). Plan multiple breaks and check highway traffic, weather, and fuel availability — particularly in remote sections. Open the interactive planner for the route map, turns, and a fuel-or-EV cost calculator.
The trip starts at Lousana (Alberta) — coordinates 52.1128° N, -113.1900° E. The destination is Cut Knife (Saskatchewan), at 52.7456° N, -109.0210° E.
Practical tips for the Lousana – Cut Knife 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 Cut Knife in Saskatchewan, prairie to the south and boreal forest, lakes, and Shield country to the north. The route also passes near Hughenden (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 329 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 Lousana – Cut Knife route
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Routes with intermediate stops: Lousana → Hughenden · Lousana → Amisk · Lousana → Coronation
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Frequently asked questions: Lousana – Cut Knife
What is the straight-line distance between Lousana and Cut Knife?
The straight-line distance between Lousana and Cut Knife is about 291.2 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.
What is the estimated road distance from Lousana to Cut Knife?
The estimated road distance from Lousana to Cut Knife is about 329 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 Lousana to Cut Knife?
Indicative drive time from Lousana to Cut Knife is about 3 h 39 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 Lousana to Cut Knife?
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 Lousana–Cut Knife 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 Lousana to Cut Knife?
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 Lousana to Cut Knife?
A common alternative is going via Hughenden or Amisk. Use the live planner to compare routes.
Can I open the Lousana–Cut Knife 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 Lousana as origin and Cut Knife as destination.