Route from Picture Butte to Val Marie
Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Picture Butte to Val Marie — 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 Picture Butte (Alberta) and Val Marie (Saskatchewan). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.
Distance from Picture Butte to Val Marie
The straight-line distance between Picture Butte and Val Marie is 370.7 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 419 km, with an indicative drive time of 4 h 39 min.
Trip cost and route type: Picture Butte – Val Marie
Driving directions from Picture Butte to Val Marie
The map shows the locations of Picture Butte (A) and Val Marie (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 Picture Butte to Val Marie
Real distance: 507.8 km · Estimated time: 6 h 3 min
- Drive south on 4 Street S. 13 m
- Turn left onto Rogers Avenue South/519/843. Continue on 519. 11.3 km
- Turn left onto 845. 8.7 km
- Turn right onto 25 Highway/25. Continue on 25. 29.7 km
- Turn right onto Township Road 142/526. 29.2 km
- Turn right onto Veterans Memorial Highway/36. 6.5 km
- Turn left onto Highway 524/524. 94.5 km
- Turn right onto 1/Trans-Canada Highway. 177.2 km
- Turn right toward Highway 37. 1.3 km
- Turn left onto Gull Lake Truck Bypass. 3.2 km
- Turn right onto Highway 37/37. 40.4 km
- Turn left toward Cadillac. 49.0 km
Standard car route without avoiding highways. For advanced options (motorcycle, bicycle, transit, avoid tolls) use the live planner above.
Estimate trip cost: Picture Butte – Val Marie
Indicative estimates based on ~419 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 Picture Butte to Val Marie
The straight-line distance between Picture Butte (Alberta) and Val Marie (Saskatchewan) is about 370.7 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: Picture Butte – Val Marie
The distance from Picture Butte to Val Marie is estimated at 419 km on a mixed road profile, starting from 370.7 km straight line. It is a long route (over 300 km) that connects Alberta to Saskatchewan. Plan multiple breaks and check highway traffic, weather, and fuel availability — particularly in remote sections. Calculate the current route with the live planner for detailed instructions.
The trip starts at Picture Butte (Alberta) — coordinates 49.8731° N, -112.7800° E. The destination is Val Marie (Saskatchewan), at 49.2330° N, -107.7350° E.
Practical tips for the Picture Butte – Val Marie 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 Val Marie in Saskatchewan, prairie to the south and boreal forest, lakes, and Shield country to the north. The route also passes near Veinerville (Alberta).
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 419 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: Picture Butte – Val Marie
What is the straight-line distance between Picture Butte and Val Marie?
The straight-line distance between Picture Butte and Val Marie is about 370.7 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.
What is the estimated road distance from Picture Butte to Val Marie?
The estimated road distance from Picture Butte to Val Marie is about 419 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 Picture Butte to Val Marie?
Indicative drive time from Picture Butte to Val Marie is about 4 h 39 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 Picture Butte to Val Marie?
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 Picture Butte–Val Marie 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 Picture Butte to Val Marie?
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 Picture Butte to Val Marie?
A common alternative is going via Veinerville or Medicine Hat. Use the live planner to compare routes.
Can I open the Picture Butte–Val Marie 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 Picture Butte as origin and Val Marie as destination.