Route from Fernie to Tilley
Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Fernie to Tilley — 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 Fernie (British Columbia) and Tilley (Alberta). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.
Distance from Fernie to Tilley
The straight-line distance between Fernie and Tilley is 265.7 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 300 km, with an indicative drive time of 3 h 20 min.
Trip cost and route type: Fernie – Tilley
Driving directions from Fernie to Tilley
The map shows the locations of Fernie (A) and Tilley (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 Fernie to Tilley
Real distance: 364.1 km · Estimated time: 4 h 33 min
- Drive northeast on 4th Avenue. 167 m
- Turn left onto 7th Street. 280 m
- Turn right onto CN 3/Crowsnest Highway. 99.8 km
- Keep straight to take 3. 59.2 km
- Turn left onto 6 Avenue/811. Continue on 811. 17.4 km
- Turn right onto 519. 23.4 km
- Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit toward 519 East/Nobleford/ Picture Butte. 17.7 km
- Turn left onto 25/519. Continue on 25. 22.5 km
- Turn left onto 845. 24.4 km
- Turn right onto Highway 526/526. Continue on 526. 38.9 km
- Turn left onto Veterans Memorial Highway/36. 25.8 km
- Turn right onto Highway 873/873. 11.4 km
Standard car route without avoiding highways. For advanced options (motorcycle, bicycle, transit, avoid tolls) use the live planner above.
Estimate trip cost: Fernie – Tilley
Indicative estimates based on ~300 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 Fernie to Tilley
The straight-line distance between Fernie (British Columbia) and Tilley (Alberta) is about 265.7 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: Fernie – Tilley
How far is Fernie from Tilley? The road estimate is around 300 km, with an indicative drive time of 3 h 20 min. The route connects British Columbia to Alberta — a medium-distance route (100–300 km). Plan at least one stop and check fuel before departure. Verify the track with the live planner for current instructions.
The trip starts at Fernie (British Columbia) — coordinates 49.5042° N, -115.0630° E. The destination is Tilley (Alberta), at 50.4517° N, -111.6510° E.
Practical tips for the Fernie – Tilley drive
Terrain along the way
The route starts in British Columbia — a province mountainous, with the Coast Mountains, the Rockies, and a long Pacific coastline — and reaches Tilley in Alberta, prairie in the south rising into the Canadian Rockies in the west. The route also passes near Granum (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 300 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 Fernie – Tilley route
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Routes with intermediate stops: Fernie → Granum · Fernie → Claresholm · Fernie → Barons
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Frequently asked questions: Fernie – Tilley
What is the straight-line distance between Fernie and Tilley?
The straight-line distance between Fernie and Tilley is about 265.7 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.
What is the estimated road distance from Fernie to Tilley?
The estimated road distance from Fernie to Tilley is about 300 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 Fernie to Tilley?
Indicative drive time from Fernie to Tilley is about 3 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 Fernie to Tilley?
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 Fernie–Tilley 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 Fernie to Tilley?
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 Fernie to Tilley?
A common alternative is going via Granum or Claresholm. Use the live planner to compare routes.
Can I open the Fernie–Tilley 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 Fernie as origin and Tilley as destination.