Route from Morinville to Islay
Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Morinville to Islay — 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 Morinville (Alberta) and Islay (Alberta). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.
Distance from Morinville to Islay
The straight-line distance between Morinville and Islay is 210.3 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 238 km, with an indicative drive time of 2 h 38 min.
Trip cost and route type: Morinville – Islay
Driving directions from Morinville to Islay
The map shows the locations of Morinville (A) and Islay (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 Morinville to Islay
Real distance: 255.2 km · Estimated time: 3 h 2 min
- Drive south. 43 m
- Turn left onto 100 Avenue/642. Continue on 642. 10.2 km
- Turn left onto Range Road 243/28. Continue on 28. 14.3 km
- Take the 28A South exit toward Edmonton. 1.4 km
- Turn left onto 643. 20.6 km
- Turn right onto Highway 38/38. 8.7 km
- Turn right onto Range Road 210/830. 12.5 km
- Turn left onto 15. 48.1 km
- Turn right onto Sawchuk Street/15/855. Continue on 15/855. 2.2 km
- Turn left onto 16/Yellowhead Highway/Route Yellowhead. 130.5 km
- Turn left onto Highway 893/893. 5.8 km
- Turn right onto 50 Avenue. 427 m
Standard car route without avoiding highways. For advanced options (motorcycle, bicycle, transit, avoid tolls) use the live planner above.
Estimate trip cost: Morinville – Islay
Indicative estimates based on ~238 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 Morinville to Islay
The straight-line distance between Morinville (Alberta) and Islay (Alberta) is about 210.3 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: Morinville – Islay
Driving directions from Morinville to Islay: estimated road distance 238 km, indicative time about 2 h 38 min by car. The route stays within Alberta — a medium-distance route (100–300 km). Plan at least one stop and check fuel before departure. Use the live planner for an up-to-date track with turn-by-turn directions.
Practical tips for the Morinville – Islay 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 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 238 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 Morinville – Islay route
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Routes with intermediate stops: Morinville → Vegreville · Morinville → Mundare · Morinville → Willingdon
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Frequently asked questions: Morinville – Islay
What is the straight-line distance between Morinville and Islay?
The straight-line distance between Morinville and Islay is about 210.3 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.
What is the estimated road distance from Morinville to Islay?
The estimated road distance from Morinville to Islay is about 238 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 Morinville to Islay?
Indicative drive time from Morinville to Islay is about 2 h 38 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 Morinville to Islay?
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 Morinville–Islay 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 Morinville to Islay?
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 Morinville to Islay?
A common alternative is going via Vegreville or Mundare. Use the live planner to compare routes.
Can I open the Morinville–Islay 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 Morinville as origin and Islay as destination.