Route from Lake Windermere to Suffield
Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Lake Windermere to Suffield — 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 Lake Windermere (British Columbia) and Suffield (Alberta). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.
Distance from Lake Windermere to Suffield
The straight-line distance between Lake Windermere and Suffield is 347 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 392 km, with an indicative drive time of 4 h 21 min.
Trip cost and route type: Lake Windermere – Suffield
Driving directions from Lake Windermere to Suffield
The map shows the locations of Lake Windermere (A) and Suffield (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 Lake Windermere to Suffield
Real distance: 538.4 km · Estimated time: 7 h 1 min
- Drive east on Panorama Drive. 780 m
- Turn left onto Laurier Street. 2.6 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. 124.8 km
- Take exit 161 onto 22 toward Bragg Creek. 285 m
- Keep right to take 22 South toward Bragg Creek. 6.9 km
- Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit toward 22 South/Bragg Creek. 10.7 km
- Bear left onto Range Road 50/22. 3.4 km
- Turn left onto Highway 22 West/22. 40.9 km
- Keep left to take 201/Stoney Trail SE. 5.4 km
Standard car route without avoiding highways. For advanced options (motorcycle, bicycle, transit, avoid tolls) use the live planner above.
Estimate trip cost: Lake Windermere – Suffield
Indicative estimates based on ~392 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 Lake Windermere to Suffield
The straight-line distance between Lake Windermere (British Columbia) and Suffield (Alberta) is about 347 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: Lake Windermere – Suffield
From Lake Windermere to Suffield the estimated road distance is roughly 392 km (347 km straight line). The trip connects British Columbia to Alberta and is a long route (over 300 km). Plan multiple breaks and check highway traffic, weather, and fuel availability — particularly in remote sections. The live planner provides turn-by-turn instructions, indicative arrival time, and a fuel-or-electricity cost estimate.
The trip starts at Lake Windermere (British Columbia) — coordinates 50.5167° N, -116.0330° E. The destination is Suffield (Alberta), at 50.2197° N, -111.1620° E.
Practical tips for the Lake Windermere – Suffield 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 Suffield in Alberta, prairie in the south rising into the Canadian Rockies in the west. The route also passes near Nanton (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 392 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 Lake Windermere – Suffield route
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Routes with intermediate stops: Lake Windermere → Nanton · Lake Windermere → Cayley · Lake Windermere → Stavely
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Frequently asked questions: Lake Windermere – Suffield
What is the straight-line distance between Lake Windermere and Suffield?
The straight-line distance between Lake Windermere and Suffield is about 347 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.
What is the estimated road distance from Lake Windermere to Suffield?
The estimated road distance from Lake Windermere to Suffield is about 392 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 Lake Windermere to Suffield?
Indicative drive time from Lake Windermere to Suffield is about 4 h 21 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 Lake Windermere to Suffield?
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 Lake Windermere–Suffield 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 Lake Windermere to Suffield?
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 Lake Windermere to Suffield?
A common alternative is going via Nanton or Cayley. Use the live planner to compare routes.
Can I open the Lake Windermere–Suffield 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 Lake Windermere as origin and Suffield as destination.