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Route from Markerville to Lake Windermere

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

Distance from Markerville to Lake Windermere

The straight-line distance between Markerville and Lake Windermere is 220.7 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 249 km, with an indicative drive time of 2 h 46 min.

Straight-line distance 220.7 km
Estimated road distance ~249 km
Indicative drive time 2 h 46 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: Markerville – Lake Windermere

Route type Medium

Medium-distance route (100–300 km) — plan a stop and check fuel before departure.

Indicative fuel cost $28–$38

Estimate: ~249 km, 8 L/100 km, $1.65/L. ±15%. Excludes tolls.

Driving directions from Markerville to Lake Windermere

The map shows the locations of Markerville (A) and Lake Windermere (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 Markerville to Lake Windermere

Real distance: 386.3 km  ·  Estimated time: 5 h 12 min

🗓 Calculated on June 4, 2026
  1. Drive east on Mozart Street. 10 m
  2. Turn right onto Centre Street. 64 m
  3. Turn right onto Main Avenue. 2.7 km
  4. Bear right onto Range Road 22. 3.0 km
  5. Turn right onto Highway 54/54. 1.6 km
  6. Turn left onto Range Road 23. 4.4 km
  7. Turn left onto Township Road 355A. 2.7 km
  8. Turn right onto Range Road 22. 3.2 km
  9. Turn right onto Township Road 354. 3.3 km
  10. Bear left onto Range Road 24-E. 2.0 km
  11. Bear left onto Range Road 25. 8.9 km
  12. Turn right onto Highway 587/587. 6.5 km

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

Estimate trip cost: Markerville – Lake Windermere

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Range ±15%

Indicative estimates based on ~249 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

Markerville

Alberta · 52.12400, -114.17000

Markerville sits in central Alberta as a very small rural community on the province’s parkland–prairie transition. It functions primarily as a local place name on maps and a waypoint for drivers navigating regional…

Destination

Lake Windermere

British Columbia · 50.51670, -116.03300

Lake Windermere sits in the Columbia Valley of southeastern British Columbia, occupying a shoreline position on a long, narrow lake within a predominantly valley and foothill landscape. As a lakeside community it…

How to drive from Markerville to Lake Windermere

The straight-line distance between Markerville (Alberta) and Lake Windermere (British Columbia) is about 220.7 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: Markerville – Lake Windermere

Planning a trip from Markerville to Lake Windermere means budgeting around 249 km on the road and an indicative drive time of 2 h 46 min by car. The route connects Alberta to British Columbia and falls into a medium-distance route (100–300 km). Plan at least one stop and check fuel before departure.

The trip starts at Markerville (Alberta) — coordinates 52.1240° N, -114.1700° E. The destination is Lake Windermere (British Columbia), at 50.5167° N, -116.0330° E.

Practical tips for the Markerville – Lake Windermere 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 Lake Windermere in British Columbia, mountainous, with the Coast Mountains, the Rockies, and a long Pacific coastline. The route also passes near Exshaw (Alberta).

When to leave

For a medium-distance trip, leaving before 07:00 or after 10:00 helps you avoid urban congestion. Friday afternoons and Sunday returns often slow the major highways.

Alternatives

For this route of about 249 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: Markerville – Lake Windermere

What is the straight-line distance between Markerville and Lake Windermere?

The straight-line distance between Markerville and Lake Windermere is about 220.7 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.

What is the estimated road distance from Markerville to Lake Windermere?

The estimated road distance from Markerville to Lake Windermere is about 249 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 Markerville to Lake Windermere?

Indicative drive time from Markerville to Lake Windermere is about 2 h 46 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 Markerville to Lake Windermere?

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 Markerville–Lake Windermere 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 Markerville to Lake Windermere?

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 Markerville to Lake Windermere?

A common alternative is going via Exshaw or Canmore. Use the live planner to compare routes.

Can I open the Markerville–Lake Windermere 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 Markerville as origin and Lake Windermere as destination.