Route from Revelstoke to Eckville
Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Revelstoke to Eckville — 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 Revelstoke (British Columbia) and Eckville (Alberta). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.
Distance from Revelstoke to Eckville
The straight-line distance between Revelstoke and Eckville is 304.8 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 344 km, with an indicative drive time of 3 h 50 min.
Trip cost and route type: Revelstoke – Eckville
Driving directions from Revelstoke to Eckville
The map shows the locations of Revelstoke (A) and Eckville (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 Revelstoke to Eckville
Real distance: 684.3 km · Estimated time: 8 h 33 min
- Drive southeast on 2nd Street East. 440 m
- Turn right onto Victoria Street East. 215 m
- Enter the roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto Townley Street. 2.1 km
- Turn right onto 1/Trans-Canada Highway. 142.1 km
- Turn right onto 14th Street North. 504 m
- Turn left onto 10th Avenue North. 105.4 km
- Enter the roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto Banff-Windermere Parkway/BC 93. 103.5 km
- Bear left onto Banff-Windermere Highway/Route Banff-Windermere/93. 538 m
- Turn left to take the 1 ramp. 27.7 km
- Take the 93 exit toward Jasper/Rocky Mountain House. 823 m
- Keep right to stay on Icefields Parkway/Promenade des Glaciers/93. 75.4 km
- Turn right onto David Thompson Highway/11. Continue on 11. 219.9 km
Standard car route without avoiding highways. For advanced options (motorcycle, bicycle, transit, avoid tolls) use the live planner above.
Estimate trip cost: Revelstoke – Eckville
Indicative estimates based on ~344 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 Revelstoke to Eckville
The straight-line distance between Revelstoke (British Columbia) and Eckville (Alberta) is about 304.8 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: Revelstoke – Eckville
Driving directions from Revelstoke to Eckville: estimated road distance 344 km, indicative time about 3 h 50 min by car. The route connects British Columbia to Alberta — a long route (over 300 km). Plan multiple breaks and check highway traffic, weather, and fuel availability — particularly in remote sections. Use the live planner for an up-to-date track with turn-by-turn directions.
The trip starts at Revelstoke (British Columbia) — coordinates 50.9981° N, -118.1960° E. The destination is Eckville (Alberta), at 52.3622° N, -114.3610° E.
Practical tips for the Revelstoke – Eckville 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 Eckville in Alberta, prairie in the south rising into the Canadian Rockies in the west. 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 344 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 Eckville
Full information about Eckville: interactive map, GPS coordinates, elevation, nearby cities, and routes to and from Eckville.
Eckville profile →Explore Revelstoke
Full information about Revelstoke: map, GPS coordinates, and all routes from Revelstoke to other Canadian cities.
Revelstoke profile →Related tools
Driving Directions
Live planner with turn-by-turn directions from Revelstoke to Eckville.
Interactive map
Open the area between Revelstoke and Eckville 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 Revelstoke and Eckville in satellite imagery.
Cities along the Revelstoke – Eckville route
These cities are near the direct route between Revelstoke and Eckville. They may be useful as a stopover or alternate destination.
Routes with intermediate stops: Revelstoke → Lake Louise
Related routes
From Revelstoke to other cities:
To Eckville from other cities:
From Eckville to intermediate cities:
Popular routes from British Columbia
Most-searched routes from British Columbia, ranked by popularity.
Frequently asked questions: Revelstoke – Eckville
What is the straight-line distance between Revelstoke and Eckville?
The straight-line distance between Revelstoke and Eckville is about 304.8 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.
What is the estimated road distance from Revelstoke to Eckville?
The estimated road distance from Revelstoke to Eckville is about 344 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 Revelstoke to Eckville?
Indicative drive time from Revelstoke to Eckville is about 3 h 50 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 Revelstoke to Eckville?
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 Revelstoke–Eckville 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 Revelstoke to Eckville?
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 Revelstoke to Eckville?
A common alternative is going via Lake Louise. Use the live planner to compare routes.
Can I open the Revelstoke–Eckville 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 Revelstoke as origin and Eckville as destination.