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Route from Rocky Mountain House to Imperial

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

Distance from Rocky Mountain House to Imperial

The straight-line distance between Rocky Mountain House and Imperial is 660.5 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 746 km, with an indicative drive time of 8 h 18 min.

Straight-line distance 660.5 km
Estimated road distance ~746 km
Indicative drive time 8 h 18 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: Rocky Mountain House – Imperial

Route type Long

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

Indicative fuel cost $84–$113

Estimate: ~746 km, 8 L/100 km, $1.65/L. ±15%. Excludes tolls.

Driving directions from Rocky Mountain House to Imperial

The map shows the locations of Rocky Mountain House (A) and Imperial (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 Rocky Mountain House to Imperial

Real distance: 773.8 km  ·  Estimated time: 8 h 48 min

🗓 Calculated on June 4, 2026
  1. Drive north on 52 Street. 257 m
  2. Turn right onto 52 Avenue/11A. 582 m
  3. Turn right onto Highway 11/11/22/David Thompson Highway. 8.4 km
  4. Turn right onto Highway 22/22. 25.1 km
  5. Turn left onto Highway 54/54/22. Continue on 54/22. 13.0 km
  6. Turn right onto Highway 22/22. 17.1 km
  7. Turn left onto Highway 587/587. Continue on 587. 58.9 km
  8. Turn right onto Highway 791/791. 16.2 km
  9. Turn left onto 27. 39.0 km
  10. Turn right onto Range Road 235/21/27. 16.2 km
  11. Turn left onto Township Road 312/27. 376.0 km
  12. Turn right onto Highway 4/4. 4.9 km

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

Estimate trip cost: Rocky Mountain House – Imperial

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Indicative estimates based on ~746 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

Rocky Mountain House

Alberta · 52.37530, -114.92200

Rocky Mountain House sits in west-central Alberta at the edge of the Rocky Mountain foothills. It functions as a regional access point on maps for drivers moving between prairie country and mountain approaches and for…

Destination

Imperial

Saskatchewan · 51.34400, -105.44300

Imperial is a small village in east-central Saskatchewan positioned within the province’s agricultural prairie belt. It is not part of a metropolitan area but acts as a local waypoint on maps for short-distance travel…

How to drive from Rocky Mountain House to Imperial

The straight-line distance between Rocky Mountain House (Alberta) and Imperial (Saskatchewan) is about 660.5 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: Rocky Mountain House – Imperial

The journey from Rocky Mountain House to Imperial covers roughly 746 km on the road, equal to 660.5 km straight line. The trip connects Alberta to Saskatchewan and is classified as a long route (over 300 km). Plan multiple breaks and check highway traffic, weather, and fuel availability — particularly in remote sections. Open the interactive planner for the route map, turns, and a fuel-or-EV cost calculator.

The trip starts at Rocky Mountain House (Alberta) — coordinates 52.3753° N, -114.9220° E. The destination is Imperial (Saskatchewan), at 51.3440° N, -105.4430° E.

Practical tips for the Rocky Mountain House – Imperial 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 Imperial in Saskatchewan, prairie to the south and boreal forest, lakes, and Shield country to the north. The route also passes near Consort (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 746 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: Rocky Mountain House – Imperial

What is the straight-line distance between Rocky Mountain House and Imperial?

The straight-line distance between Rocky Mountain House and Imperial is about 660.5 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.

What is the estimated road distance from Rocky Mountain House to Imperial?

The estimated road distance from Rocky Mountain House to Imperial is about 746 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 Rocky Mountain House to Imperial?

Indicative drive time from Rocky Mountain House to Imperial is about 8 h 18 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 Rocky Mountain House to Imperial?

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 Rocky Mountain House–Imperial 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 Rocky Mountain House to Imperial?

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 Rocky Mountain House to Imperial?

A common alternative is going via Consort or Macklin. Use the live planner to compare routes.

Can I open the Rocky Mountain House–Imperial 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 Rocky Mountain House as origin and Imperial as destination.