Route from Red Deer to Lumsden
Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Red Deer to Lumsden — 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 Red Deer (Alberta) and Lumsden (Saskatchewan). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.
Distance from Red Deer to Lumsden
The straight-line distance between Red Deer and Lumsden is 644.8 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 729 km, with an indicative drive time of 8 h 6 min.
Trip cost and route type: Red Deer – Lumsden
Driving directions from Red Deer to Lumsden
The map shows the locations of Red Deer (A) and Lumsden (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 Red Deer to Lumsden
Real distance: 763.0 km · Estimated time: 8 h 48 min
- Drive east on 49 Street. 135 m
- Turn left onto 48 Avenue. 105 m
- Turn left onto Ross (50) Street. 172 m
- Turn right onto 49 Avenue/2A. 1.0 km
- Take the exit. 87 m
- Keep right to take Riverside Drive. 1.2 km
- Turn left to take the ramp. 2.5 km
- Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto 67 Street. 3.3 km
- Turn right onto Range Road 270. 1.6 km
- Turn left onto Highway 11/11/David Thompson Highway. 8.0 km
- Turn right onto Highway 808/808. 4.7 km
- Turn left onto Township Road 380/595. 6.5 km
Standard car route without avoiding highways. For advanced options (motorcycle, bicycle, transit, avoid tolls) use the live planner above.
Estimate trip cost: Red Deer – Lumsden
Indicative estimates based on ~729 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 Red Deer to Lumsden
The straight-line distance between Red Deer (Alberta) and Lumsden (Saskatchewan) is about 644.8 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: Red Deer – Lumsden
Planning a trip from Red Deer to Lumsden means budgeting around 729 km on the road and an indicative drive time of 8 h 6 min by car. The route connects Alberta to Saskatchewan and falls into a long route (over 300 km). Plan multiple breaks and check highway traffic, weather, and fuel availability — particularly in remote sections.
The trip starts at Red Deer (Alberta) — coordinates 52.2681° N, -113.8110° E. The destination is Lumsden (Saskatchewan), at 50.6463° N, -104.8680° E.
Practical tips for the Red Deer – Lumsden 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 Lumsden in Saskatchewan, prairie to the south and boreal forest, lakes, and Shield country to the north. The route also passes near Kindersley (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 729 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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Routes with intermediate stops: Red Deer → Kindersley · Red Deer → Eatonia · Red Deer → Plenty
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Frequently asked questions: Red Deer – Lumsden
What is the straight-line distance between Red Deer and Lumsden?
The straight-line distance between Red Deer and Lumsden is about 644.8 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.
What is the estimated road distance from Red Deer to Lumsden?
The estimated road distance from Red Deer to Lumsden is about 729 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 Red Deer to Lumsden?
Indicative drive time from Red Deer to Lumsden is about 8 h 6 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 Red Deer to Lumsden?
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 Red Deer–Lumsden 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 Red Deer to Lumsden?
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 Red Deer to Lumsden?
A common alternative is going via Kindersley or Eatonia. Use the live planner to compare routes.
Can I open the Red Deer–Lumsden 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 Red Deer as origin and Lumsden as destination.