Route from Sherwood Park to Waseca
Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Sherwood Park to Waseca — 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 Sherwood Park (Alberta) and Waseca (Saskatchewan). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.
Distance from Sherwood Park to Waseca
The straight-line distance between Sherwood Park and Waseca is 259.9 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 294 km, with an indicative drive time of 3 h 16 min.
Trip cost and route type: Sherwood Park – Waseca
Driving directions from Sherwood Park to Waseca
The map shows the locations of Sherwood Park (A) and Waseca (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 Sherwood Park to Waseca
Real distance: 290.8 km · Estimated time: 3 h 32 min
- Drive south on Willow Street. 101 m
- Turn left onto Cedar Street. 460 m
- Turn left onto Alder Avenue. 339 m
- Turn right onto Hawthorne Street. 82 m
- Turn left onto Wye Road. 7.4 km
- Turn left onto Range Road 224. 6.4 km
- Turn right onto 16/Yellowhead Highway/Route Yellowhead. Continue on 16. 222.7 km
- Turn right onto 75 Avenue. 3.3 km
- Turn left onto 12 Street. 5.0 km
- Turn left onto 40 Avenue. 3.2 km
- Turn right onto 16/Ray Nelson Drive. Continue on 16. 41.1 km
- Turn right onto 684. 327 m
Standard car route without avoiding highways. For advanced options (motorcycle, bicycle, transit, avoid tolls) use the live planner above.
Estimate trip cost: Sherwood Park – Waseca
Indicative estimates based on ~294 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 Sherwood Park to Waseca
The straight-line distance between Sherwood Park (Alberta) and Waseca (Saskatchewan) is about 259.9 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: Sherwood Park – Waseca
Planning a trip from Sherwood Park to Waseca means budgeting around 294 km on the road and an indicative drive time of 3 h 16 min by car. The route connects Alberta to Saskatchewan and falls into a medium-distance route (100–300 km). Plan at least one stop and check fuel before departure.
The trip starts at Sherwood Park (Alberta) — coordinates 53.5167° N, -113.3170° E. The destination is Waseca (Saskatchewan), at 53.1000° N, -109.4670° E.
Practical tips for the Sherwood Park – Waseca 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 Waseca in Saskatchewan, prairie to the south and boreal forest, lakes, and Shield country to the north. The route also passes near Mannville (Alberta).
When to leave
For a medium-distance trip, leaving before 07:00 or after 10:00 helps you avoid urban congestion. Friday afternoons and Sunday returns often slow the major highways.
Alternatives
For this route of about 294 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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Cities along the Sherwood Park – Waseca route
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Routes with intermediate stops: Sherwood Park → Mannville · Sherwood Park → Viking · Sherwood Park → Irma
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Frequently asked questions: Sherwood Park – Waseca
What is the straight-line distance between Sherwood Park and Waseca?
The straight-line distance between Sherwood Park and Waseca is about 259.9 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.
What is the estimated road distance from Sherwood Park to Waseca?
The estimated road distance from Sherwood Park to Waseca is about 294 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 Sherwood Park to Waseca?
Indicative drive time from Sherwood Park to Waseca is about 3 h 16 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 Sherwood Park to Waseca?
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 Sherwood Park–Waseca 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 Sherwood Park to Waseca?
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 Sherwood Park to Waseca?
A common alternative is going via Mannville or Viking. Use the live planner to compare routes.
Can I open the Sherwood Park–Waseca 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 Sherwood Park as origin and Waseca as destination.