Route from Medicine Hat to Oxbow
Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Medicine Hat to Oxbow — 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 Medicine Hat (Alberta) and Oxbow (Saskatchewan). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.
Distance from Medicine Hat to Oxbow
The straight-line distance between Medicine Hat and Oxbow is 619 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 699 km, with an indicative drive time of 7 h 46 min.
Trip cost and route type: Medicine Hat – Oxbow
Driving directions from Medicine Hat to Oxbow
The map shows the locations of Medicine Hat (A) and Oxbow (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 Medicine Hat to Oxbow
Real distance: 697.8 km · Estimated time: 8 h 15 min
- Drive southeast on 6 Avenue Southeast. 32 m
- Turn left onto 1 Street Southeast/41A. 233 m
- Bear right onto North Railway Street Southeast. 1.7 km
- Keep right to take 41A. 10.0 km
- Turn right onto Buffalo Trail/41. 7.0 km
- Turn left toward Havre/Swift Current. 386.9 km
- Take exit 308 onto 39 South toward Weyburn. 431 m
- Keep right to take 39 South toward Weyburn. 68.1 km
- Turn right onto 6/39/CanAm Highway. 151.1 km
- Turn left onto 39/Highway 39. 13.0 km
- Turn left onto 39/18/Highway 39. 5.7 km
- Turn left onto Highway 18/18. Continue on 18. 50.2 km
Standard car route without avoiding highways. For advanced options (motorcycle, bicycle, transit, avoid tolls) use the live planner above.
Estimate trip cost: Medicine Hat – Oxbow
Indicative estimates based on ~699 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 Medicine Hat to Oxbow
The straight-line distance between Medicine Hat (Alberta) and Oxbow (Saskatchewan) is about 619 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: Medicine Hat – Oxbow
The route from Medicine Hat to Oxbow connects Alberta to Saskatchewan. The straight-line distance is about 619 km, with an estimated road distance of 699 km — a long route (over 300 km). Plan multiple breaks and check highway traffic, weather, and fuel availability — particularly in remote sections. Use the live planner for an up-to-date track, turn-by-turn directions, and a trip-cost estimate.
The trip starts at Medicine Hat (Alberta) — coordinates 50.0417° N, -110.6770° E. The destination is Oxbow (Saskatchewan), at 49.2333° N, -102.1670° E.
Practical tips for the Medicine Hat – Oxbow 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 Oxbow in Saskatchewan, prairie to the south and boreal forest, lakes, and Shield country to the north. The route also passes near Laflèche (Saskatchewan).
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 699 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 Medicine Hat – Oxbow route
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Routes with intermediate stops: Medicine Hat → Laflèche · Medicine Hat → Gravelbourg · Medicine Hat → Assiniboia
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Frequently asked questions: Medicine Hat – Oxbow
What is the straight-line distance between Medicine Hat and Oxbow?
The straight-line distance between Medicine Hat and Oxbow is about 619 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.
What is the estimated road distance from Medicine Hat to Oxbow?
The estimated road distance from Medicine Hat to Oxbow is about 699 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 Medicine Hat to Oxbow?
Indicative drive time from Medicine Hat to Oxbow is about 7 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 Medicine Hat to Oxbow?
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 Medicine Hat–Oxbow 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 Medicine Hat to Oxbow?
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 Medicine Hat to Oxbow?
A common alternative is going via Laflèche or Gravelbourg. Use the live planner to compare routes.
Can I open the Medicine Hat–Oxbow 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 Medicine Hat as origin and Oxbow as destination.