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Route from Picardville to Donnelly

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

Distance from Picardville to Donnelly

The straight-line distance between Picardville and Donnelly is 277.5 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 314 km, with an indicative drive time of 3 h 29 min.

Straight-line distance 277.5 km
Estimated road distance ~314 km
Indicative drive time 3 h 29 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: Picardville – Donnelly

Route type Long

Long route (over 300 km) — plan a break roughly every 2 hours and check highway traffic and weather.

Indicative fuel cost $35–$48

Estimate: ~314 km, 8 L/100 km, $1.65/L. ±15%. Excludes tolls.

Driving directions from Picardville to Donnelly

The map shows the locations of Picardville (A) and Donnelly (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 Picardville to Donnelly

Real distance: 359.0 km  ·  Estimated time: 4 h 8 min

🗓 Calculated on June 3, 2026
  1. Drive south on Range Road 270A. 112 m
  2. Turn left onto Main Avenue. 2.4 km
  3. Turn left onto Highway 44/44. Continue on 44. 11.5 km
  4. Turn left onto 100 Street/18. 73.2 km
  5. Turn left onto Grizzly Trail/33. 134.7 km
  6. Turn left onto Northern Woods & Water Route/2. Continue on 2. 133.3 km
  7. Turn left onto Range Road 210. 45 m

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

Estimate trip cost: Picardville – Donnelly

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Indicative estimates based on ~314 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

Picardville

Alberta · 54.05200, -113.88000

Picardville sits in northern Alberta, well inland from the province’s southern prairie corridors. As a small rural community it serves mainly as a local waypoint for drivers moving between farms, woodlands and scattered…

Destination

Donnelly

Alberta · 55.72280, -117.10500

Set in northern Alberta, Donnelly is a small village that functions as a local access point for surrounding farms, acreages and forestry areas. The community sits within a mixed parkland-to-boreal transition well…

How to drive from Picardville to Donnelly

The straight-line distance between Picardville (Alberta) and Donnelly (Alberta) is about 277.5 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: Picardville – Donnelly

The route from Picardville to Donnelly stays within Alberta. The straight-line distance is about 277.5 km, with an estimated road distance of 314 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.

Practical tips for the Picardville – Donnelly 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 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 314 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: Picardville – Donnelly

What is the straight-line distance between Picardville and Donnelly?

The straight-line distance between Picardville and Donnelly is about 277.5 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.

What is the estimated road distance from Picardville to Donnelly?

The estimated road distance from Picardville to Donnelly is about 314 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 Picardville to Donnelly?

Indicative drive time from Picardville to Donnelly is about 3 h 29 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 Picardville to Donnelly?

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 Picardville–Donnelly 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 Picardville to Donnelly?

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 Picardville to Donnelly?

A common alternative is going via Kinuso. Use the live planner to compare routes.

Can I open the Picardville–Donnelly 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 Picardville as origin and Donnelly as destination.