Route from Invermere to Montgomery
Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Invermere to Montgomery — 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 Invermere (British Columbia) and Montgomery (Alberta). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.
Distance from Invermere to Montgomery
The straight-line distance between Invermere and Montgomery is 144.9 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 174 km, with an indicative drive time of 1 h 56 min.
Trip cost and route type: Invermere – Montgomery
Driving directions from Invermere to Montgomery
The map shows the locations of Invermere (A) and Montgomery (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 Invermere to Montgomery
Real distance: 272.7 km · Estimated time: 4 h 15 min
- Drive northwest on 7th Avenue. 277 m
- Bear right onto Laurier Street. 2.8 km
- Turn left onto Kootenay-Columbia Highway/BC 93/BC 95. 13.1 km
- Bear right to stay on BC 93. 103.6 km
- Bear left onto Banff-Windermere Highway/Route Banff-Windermere/93. 366 m
- Turn right to take the 1 ramp. 144.2 km
- Keep right to take Sarcee Trail South. 4.3 km
- Turn left onto Bow Trail SW. 922 m
- Turn left onto 45 Street SW. 128 m
- Turn left onto Windermere Road SW. 40 m
- Turn left onto Worcester Drive SW. 625 m
- Turn left onto Spruce Drive SW. 94 m
Standard car route without avoiding highways. For advanced options (motorcycle, bicycle, transit, avoid tolls) use the live planner above.
Estimate trip cost: Invermere – Montgomery
Indicative estimates based on ~174 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 Invermere to Montgomery
The straight-line distance between Invermere (British Columbia) and Montgomery (Alberta) is about 144.9 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: Invermere – Montgomery
Driving directions from Invermere to Montgomery: estimated road distance 174 km, indicative time about 1 h 56 min by car. The route connects British Columbia to Alberta — a medium-distance route (100–300 km). Plan at least one stop and check fuel before departure. Use the live planner for an up-to-date track with turn-by-turn directions.
The trip starts at Invermere (British Columbia) — coordinates 50.5083° N, -116.0300° E. The destination is Montgomery (Alberta), at 51.0667° N, -114.1670° E.
Practical tips for the Invermere – Montgomery 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 Montgomery in Alberta, prairie in the south rising into the Canadian Rockies in the west.
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 174 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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Frequently asked questions: Invermere – Montgomery
What is the straight-line distance between Invermere and Montgomery?
The straight-line distance between Invermere and Montgomery is about 144.9 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.
What is the estimated road distance from Invermere to Montgomery?
The estimated road distance from Invermere to Montgomery is about 174 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 Invermere to Montgomery?
Indicative drive time from Invermere to Montgomery is about 1 h 56 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 Invermere to Montgomery?
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 Invermere–Montgomery 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 Invermere to Montgomery?
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 Invermere to Montgomery?
For alternative routes, use the live planner: pick between highways, secondary roads, and shorter or scenic options.
Can I open the Invermere–Montgomery 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 Invermere as origin and Montgomery as destination.