Route from Val Quentin to Taché
Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Val Quentin to Taché — 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 Val Quentin (Alberta) and Taché (Manitoba). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.
Distance from Val Quentin to Taché
The straight-line distance between Val Quentin and Taché is 1293.3 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 1461 km, with an indicative drive time of 16 h 14 min.
Trip cost and route type: Val Quentin – Taché
Driving directions from Val Quentin to Taché
The map shows the locations of Val Quentin (A) and Taché (B). Use the form below to calculate the up-to-date road route with turn-by-turn directions, real distance, and estimated drive time.
Turn-by-turn directions
Prefer another app? Open in Google Maps ↗
Driving directions from Val Quentin to Taché
Real distance: 1,462.3 km · Estimated time: 18 h 13 min
- Drive southeast on 50 Avenue. 571 m
- Turn right onto Range Road 33. 1.2 km
- Turn left onto Township Road 542/633. 9.4 km
- Bear right toward 43 South/Edmonton. 361 m
- Bear right onto 43/Highway 43. 9.4 km
- Keep right to take 16 West toward Jasper. 487 m
- Turn left toward Carvel. 13.2 km
- Turn left onto Garden Valley Road/627. 39.2 km
- Take the 216 East ramp toward Anthony Henday Drive. 11.1 km
- Keep left to stay on 216/Anthony Henday Drive NW. 10.3 km
- Keep right to take exit 66 onto 14 East toward Camrose/Wainwright. 304.8 km
- Turn right onto Highway 21/21. 35.7 km
Standard car route without avoiding highways. For advanced options (motorcycle, bicycle, transit, avoid tolls) use the live planner above.
Estimate trip cost: Val Quentin – Taché
Indicative estimates based on ~1461 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 Val Quentin to Taché
The straight-line distance between Val Quentin (Alberta) and Taché (Manitoba) is about 1293.3 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: Val Quentin – Taché
The distance from Val Quentin to Taché is estimated at 1461 km on a mixed road profile, starting from 1293.3 km straight line. It is a long route (over 300 km) that connects Alberta to Manitoba. 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 Val Quentin (Alberta) — coordinates 53.6692° N, -114.3780° E. The destination is Taché (Manitoba), at 49.7081° N, -96.6736° E.
Practical tips for the Val Quentin – Taché 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 Taché in Manitoba, prairie and lake country, with thousands of lakes and rivers. The route also passes near Viscount (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 1461 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 Taché
Full information about Taché: interactive map, GPS coordinates, elevation, nearby cities, and routes to and from Taché.
Taché profile →Explore Val Quentin
Full information about Val Quentin: map, GPS coordinates, and all routes from Val Quentin to other Canadian cities.
Val Quentin profile →Related tools
Driving Directions
Live planner with turn-by-turn directions from Val Quentin to Taché.
Interactive map
Open the area between Val Quentin and Taché on the map.
GPS coordinates
Find precise coordinates for any point along the route.
Distance calculator
Measure straight-line distances between intermediate points.
Elevation
Check elevation along the route — useful for mountain passes.
Satellite map
View the terrain between Val Quentin and Taché in satellite imagery.
Cities along the Val Quentin – Taché route
These cities are near the direct route between Val Quentin and Taché. They may be useful as a stopover or alternate destination.
Routes with intermediate stops: Val Quentin → Viscount · Val Quentin → Drake · Val Quentin → Imperial
Related routes
From Val Quentin to other cities:
To Taché from other cities:
From Taché to intermediate cities:
Popular routes from Alberta
Most-searched routes from Alberta, ranked by popularity.
Frequently asked questions: Val Quentin – Taché
What is the straight-line distance between Val Quentin and Taché?
The straight-line distance between Val Quentin and Taché is about 1293.3 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.
What is the estimated road distance from Val Quentin to Taché?
The estimated road distance from Val Quentin to Taché is about 1461 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 Val Quentin to Taché?
Indicative drive time from Val Quentin to Taché is about 16 h 14 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 Val Quentin to Taché?
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 Val Quentin–Taché 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 Val Quentin to Taché?
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 Val Quentin to Taché?
A common alternative is going via Viscount or Drake. Use the live planner to compare routes.
Can I open the Val Quentin–Taché 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 Val Quentin as origin and Taché as destination.