Driving route · Canada

Route from Shaughnessy to Val Marie

Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Shaughnessy 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 Shaughnessy (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 Shaughnessy to Val Marie

The straight-line distance between Shaughnessy and Val Marie is 374.8 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 424 km, with an indicative drive time of 4 h 42 min.

Straight-line distance 374.8 km
Estimated road distance ~424 km
Indicative drive time 4 h 42 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: Shaughnessy – Val Marie

Route type Long

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

Indicative fuel cost $48–$64

Estimate: ~424 km, 8 L/100 km, $1.65/L. ±15%. Excludes tolls.

Driving directions from Shaughnessy to Val Marie

The map shows the locations of Shaughnessy (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.

Avoid:

Prefer another app? Open in Google Maps ↗

Driving directions from Shaughnessy to Val Marie

Real distance: 513.0 km  ·  Estimated time: 6 h 9 min

🗓 Calculated on June 3, 2026
  1. Drive west on 2 Street. 307 m
  2. Turn right onto Highway 25/25. Continue on 25. 54.7 km
  3. Turn right onto Township Road 142/526. 29.2 km
  4. Turn right onto Veterans Memorial Highway/36. 6.5 km
  5. Turn left onto Highway 524/524. 94.5 km
  6. Turn right onto 1/Trans-Canada Highway. 177.2 km
  7. Turn right toward Highway 37. 1.3 km
  8. Turn left onto Gull Lake Truck Bypass. 3.2 km
  9. Turn right onto Highway 37/37. 40.4 km
  10. Turn left toward Cadillac. 49.0 km
  11. Turn right onto Nash Street/4. Continue on 4. 54.8 km

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

Estimate trip cost: Shaughnessy – Val Marie

Litres estimated
Fuel cost
Toll estimate
Total estimate
Range ±15%

Indicative estimates based on ~424 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

Shaughnessy

Alberta · 49.85200, -112.84200

Shaughnessy is a small village in southern Alberta situated within the province’s agricultural plains. With a population of about 388, it reads on a road map as a compact rural settlement rather than part of an urban…

Destination

Val Marie

Saskatchewan · 49.23300, -107.73500

Val Marie sits in southern Saskatchewan near the province’s southern boundary, serving as a compact rural village and local access point for drivers moving across the region. Positioned on broad prairie and rolling…

How to drive from Shaughnessy to Val Marie

The straight-line distance between Shaughnessy (Alberta) and Val Marie (Saskatchewan) is about 374.8 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: Shaughnessy – Val Marie

The distance from Shaughnessy to Val Marie is estimated at 424 km on a mixed road profile, starting from 374.8 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 Shaughnessy (Alberta) — coordinates 49.8520° N, -112.8420° E. The destination is Val Marie (Saskatchewan), at 49.2330° N, -107.7350° E.

Practical tips for the Shaughnessy – 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 424 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.

Explore Val Marie

Full information about Val Marie: interactive map, GPS coordinates, elevation, nearby cities, and routes to and from Val Marie.

Val Marie profile →

Explore Shaughnessy

Full information about Shaughnessy: map, GPS coordinates, and all routes from Shaughnessy to other Canadian cities.

Shaughnessy profile →

Related tools

Cities along the Shaughnessy – Val Marie route

These cities are near the direct route between Shaughnessy and Val Marie. They may be useful as a stopover or alternate destination.

Routes with intermediate stops: Shaughnessy → Veinerville · Shaughnessy → Medicine Hat · Shaughnessy → Redcliff

Related routes

From Shaughnessy to other cities:

To Val Marie from other cities:

From Val Marie to intermediate cities:

All info about Shaughnessy →  ·  All info about Val Marie →

Popular routes from Alberta

Most-searched routes from Alberta, ranked by popularity.

All cities of Alberta →

Frequently asked questions: Shaughnessy – Val Marie

What is the straight-line distance between Shaughnessy and Val Marie?

The straight-line distance between Shaughnessy and Val Marie is about 374.8 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.

What is the estimated road distance from Shaughnessy to Val Marie?

The estimated road distance from Shaughnessy to Val Marie is about 424 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 Shaughnessy to Val Marie?

Indicative drive time from Shaughnessy to Val Marie is about 4 h 42 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 Shaughnessy 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 Shaughnessy–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 Shaughnessy 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 Shaughnessy to Val Marie?

A common alternative is going via Veinerville or Medicine Hat. Use the live planner to compare routes.

Can I open the Shaughnessy–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 Shaughnessy as origin and Val Marie as destination.