Route from Smoky Lake to St. Walburg
Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Smoky Lake to St. Walburg — 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 Smoky Lake (Alberta) and St. Walburg (Saskatchewan). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.
Distance from Smoky Lake to St. Walburg
The straight-line distance between Smoky Lake and St. Walburg is 220.8 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 250 km, with an indicative drive time of 2 h 46 min.
Trip cost and route type: Smoky Lake – St. Walburg
Driving directions from Smoky Lake to St. Walburg
The map shows the locations of Smoky Lake (A) and St. Walburg (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 Smoky Lake to St. Walburg
Real distance: 274.8 km · Estimated time: 3 h 13 min
- Drive west on Highway 28/28. 145 m
- Turn left onto 50 Street/855. Continue on 855. 26.1 km
- Turn left onto Highway 45/45/855. Continue on 45. 114.2 km
- Turn right onto Buffalo Trail/41/45. 6.5 km
- Turn left onto Township Road 534/45. Continue on 45. 36.4 km
- Turn right onto Highway 45/45. 85.4 km
- Turn left onto Highway 26/26/TCT. 4.2 km
Standard car route without avoiding highways. For advanced options (motorcycle, bicycle, transit, avoid tolls) use the live planner above.
Estimate trip cost: Smoky Lake – St. Walburg
Indicative estimates based on ~250 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 Smoky Lake to St. Walburg
The straight-line distance between Smoky Lake (Alberta) and St. Walburg (Saskatchewan) is about 220.8 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: Smoky Lake – St. Walburg
Planning a trip from Smoky Lake to St. Walburg means budgeting around 250 km on the road and an indicative drive time of 2 h 46 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 Smoky Lake (Alberta) — coordinates 54.1208° N, -112.4730° E. The destination is St. Walburg (Saskatchewan), at 53.6500° N, -109.2000° E.
Practical tips for the Smoky Lake – St. Walburg 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 St. Walburg in Saskatchewan, prairie to the south and boreal forest, lakes, and Shield country to the north. The route also passes near Elk Point (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 250 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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Driving Directions
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Cities along the Smoky Lake – St. Walburg route
These cities are near the direct route between Smoky Lake and St. Walburg. They may be useful as a stopover or alternate destination.
Routes with intermediate stops: Smoky Lake → Elk Point · Smoky Lake → Derwent · Smoky Lake → Clandonald
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Frequently asked questions: Smoky Lake – St. Walburg
What is the straight-line distance between Smoky Lake and St. Walburg?
The straight-line distance between Smoky Lake and St. Walburg is about 220.8 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.
What is the estimated road distance from Smoky Lake to St. Walburg?
The estimated road distance from Smoky Lake to St. Walburg is about 250 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 Smoky Lake to St. Walburg?
Indicative drive time from Smoky Lake to St. Walburg is about 2 h 46 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 Smoky Lake to St. Walburg?
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 Smoky Lake–St. Walburg 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 Smoky Lake to St. Walburg?
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 Smoky Lake to St. Walburg?
A common alternative is going via Elk Point or Derwent. Use the live planner to compare routes.
Can I open the Smoky Lake–St. Walburg 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 Smoky Lake as origin and St. Walburg as destination.