Route from Morinville to Drake
Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Morinville to Drake — 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 Drake (Saskatchewan). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.
Distance from Morinville to Drake
The straight-line distance between Morinville and Drake is 623.9 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 705 km, with an indicative drive time of 7 h 50 min.
Trip cost and route type: Morinville – Drake
Driving directions from Morinville to Drake
The map shows the locations of Morinville (A) and Drake (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 Drake
Real distance: 711.7 km · Estimated time: 8 h 57 min
- Drive south. 43 m
- Turn left onto 100 Avenue/642. Continue on 642. 10.2 km
- Turn right onto Range Road 243/28. Continue on 28. 9.8 km
- Turn left onto Highway 37/37. Continue on 37. 5.4 km
- Turn right onto 50 Street NW. 6.5 km
- Turn left onto 195 Avenue NW. 3.2 km
- Turn right onto 18 Street NW. 46 m
- Turn right onto 15/Manning Drive NW. 2.3 km
- Take the 216/Anthony Henday Drive ramp. 439 m
- Keep left to take 216 East/Anthony Henday Drive East. 20.8 km
- Keep right to take exit 66 onto 14 East toward Camrose/Wainwright. 363.1 km
- Turn left onto Highway 4/40/4/40. Continue on 4/40. 3.4 km
Standard car route without avoiding highways. For advanced options (motorcycle, bicycle, transit, avoid tolls) use the live planner above.
Estimate trip cost: Morinville – Drake
Indicative estimates based on ~705 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 Drake
The straight-line distance between Morinville (Alberta) and Drake (Saskatchewan) is about 623.9 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 – Drake
How far is Morinville from Drake? The road estimate is around 705 km, with an indicative drive time of 7 h 50 min. The route connects Alberta to Saskatchewan — a long route (over 300 km). Plan multiple breaks and check highway traffic, weather, and fuel availability — particularly in remote sections. Verify the track with the live planner for current instructions.
The trip starts at Morinville (Alberta) — coordinates 53.8022° N, -113.6500° E. The destination is Drake (Saskatchewan), at 51.7472° N, -105.0110° E.
Practical tips for the Morinville – Drake 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 Drake in Saskatchewan, prairie to the south and boreal forest, lakes, and Shield country to the north. The route also passes near Cut Knife (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 705 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 – Drake route
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Routes with intermediate stops: Morinville → Cut Knife · Morinville → Neilburg · Morinville → Marsden
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Frequently asked questions: Morinville – Drake
What is the straight-line distance between Morinville and Drake?
The straight-line distance between Morinville and Drake is about 623.9 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.
What is the estimated road distance from Morinville to Drake?
The estimated road distance from Morinville to Drake is about 705 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 Drake?
Indicative drive time from Morinville to Drake is about 7 h 50 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 Drake?
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–Drake 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 Drake?
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 Drake?
A common alternative is going via Cut Knife or Neilburg. Use the live planner to compare routes.
Can I open the Morinville–Drake 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 Drake as destination.