Driving route · Canada

Route from Waskatenau to Enderby

Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Waskatenau to Enderby — 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 Waskatenau (Alberta) and Enderby (British Columbia). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.

Distance from Waskatenau to Enderby

The straight-line distance between Waskatenau and Enderby is 584.5 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 660 km, with an indicative drive time of 7 h 20 min.

Straight-line distance 584.5 km
Estimated road distance ~660 km
Indicative drive time 7 h 20 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: Waskatenau – Enderby

Route type Long

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

Indicative fuel cost $74–$100

Estimate: ~660 km, 8 L/100 km, $1.65/L. ±15%. Excludes tolls.

Driving directions from Waskatenau to Enderby

The map shows the locations of Waskatenau (A) and Enderby (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 Waskatenau to Enderby

Real distance: 928.0 km  ·  Estimated time: 10 h 57 min

🗓 Calculated on June 4, 2026
  1. Drive north. 33 m
  2. Turn left onto 53 Avenue. 56 m
  3. Turn right onto Range Road 193A. 295 m
  4. Turn left onto Highway 28/28. 1.1 km
  5. Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit toward 28 West/Edmonton. 52.6 km
  6. Take the 28 South/97 Street exit toward Edmonton/St. Albert. 24.9 km
  7. Turn right onto Highway 37/37. Continue on Highway 37. 21.0 km
  8. Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit toward 37 West/Onoway. 28.5 km
  9. Turn left onto Range Road 23. 1.0 km
  10. Turn left toward Edmonton. 15.2 km
  11. Keep right to take 16 West toward Jasper. 50.9 km
  12. Take exit 289 onto 16A West/ 22 South toward Entwistle/ Drayton Valley. 660 m

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

Estimate trip cost: Waskatenau – Enderby

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

Indicative estimates based on ~660 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

Waskatenau

Alberta · 54.09750, -112.78400

Waskatenau is a small community in northern Alberta situated on the agricultural–boreal fringe. It appears on regional maps as a compact settlement surrounded by farmland and mixed woodlands; drivers will use it chiefly…

Destination

Enderby

British Columbia · 50.55080, -119.14000

Enderby sits in the Interior of British Columbia in a river valley of the North Okanagan. The small city of about 3,028 functions as a compact local centre on regional maps, marking a transition between lake country to…

How to drive from Waskatenau to Enderby

The straight-line distance between Waskatenau (Alberta) and Enderby (British Columbia) is about 584.5 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: Waskatenau – Enderby

The journey from Waskatenau to Enderby covers roughly 660 km on the road, equal to 584.5 km straight line. The trip connects Alberta to British Columbia 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 Waskatenau (Alberta) — coordinates 54.0975° N, -112.7840° E. The destination is Enderby (British Columbia), at 50.5508° N, -119.1400° E.

Practical tips for the Waskatenau – Enderby 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 Enderby in British Columbia, mountainous, with the Coast Mountains, the Rockies, and a long Pacific coastline. The route also passes near Lake Louise (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 660 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 Enderby

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

Enderby profile →

Explore Waskatenau

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

Waskatenau profile →

Related tools

Cities along the Waskatenau – Enderby route

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

Routes with intermediate stops: Waskatenau → Lake Louise

Related routes

From Waskatenau to other cities:

To Enderby from other cities:

From Enderby to intermediate cities:

All info about Waskatenau →  ·  All info about Enderby →

Popular routes from Alberta

Most-searched routes from Alberta, ranked by popularity.

All cities of Alberta →

Frequently asked questions: Waskatenau – Enderby

What is the straight-line distance between Waskatenau and Enderby?

The straight-line distance between Waskatenau and Enderby is about 584.5 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.

What is the estimated road distance from Waskatenau to Enderby?

The estimated road distance from Waskatenau to Enderby is about 660 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 Waskatenau to Enderby?

Indicative drive time from Waskatenau to Enderby is about 7 h 20 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 Waskatenau to Enderby?

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 Waskatenau–Enderby 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 Waskatenau to Enderby?

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 Waskatenau to Enderby?

A common alternative is going via Lake Louise. Use the live planner to compare routes.

Can I open the Waskatenau–Enderby 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 Waskatenau as origin and Enderby as destination.