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Route from Salmon Arm to Ma-Me-O Beach

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

Distance from Salmon Arm to Ma-Me-O Beach

The straight-line distance between Salmon Arm and Ma-Me-O Beach is 443.8 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 501 km, with an indicative drive time of 5 h 34 min.

Straight-line distance 443.8 km
Estimated road distance ~501 km
Indicative drive time 5 h 34 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: Salmon Arm – Ma-Me-O Beach

Route type Long

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

Indicative fuel cost $56–$76

Estimate: ~501 km, 8 L/100 km, $1.65/L. ±15%. Excludes tolls.

Driving directions from Salmon Arm to Ma-Me-O Beach

The map shows the locations of Salmon Arm (A) and Ma-Me-O Beach (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 Salmon Arm to Ma-Me-O Beach

Real distance: 861.8 km  ·  Estimated time: 10 h 35 min

🗓 Calculated on June 4, 2026
  1. Drive east on 1/Trans-Canada Highway. Continue on 1. 246.6 km
  2. Turn right onto 14th Street North. 504 m
  3. Turn left onto 10th Avenue North. 105.4 km
  4. Enter the roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto Banff-Windermere Parkway/BC 93. 103.5 km
  5. Bear left onto Banff-Windermere Highway/Route Banff-Windermere/93. 538 m
  6. Turn left to take the 1 ramp. 27.7 km
  7. Take the 93 exit toward Jasper/Rocky Mountain House. 823 m
  8. Keep right to stay on Icefields Parkway/Promenade des Glaciers/93. 75.4 km
  9. Turn right onto David Thompson Highway/11. Continue on 11. 173.9 km
  10. Bear left. 249 m
  11. Turn left onto Cowboy Trail/22. Continue on 22. 60.2 km
  12. Turn right onto Highway 13/13. 63.2 km

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

Estimate trip cost: Salmon Arm – Ma-Me-O Beach

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Indicative estimates based on ~501 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

Salmon Arm

British Columbia · 50.70220, -119.27200

Salmon Arm sits on the southern shore of Shuswap Lake in the southern interior of British Columbia, serving as a lakeside city in the Shuswap region. On regional maps it appears as a linear lakeside community with…

Destination

Ma-Me-O Beach

Alberta · 52.97660, -113.96000

Ma-Me-O Beach sits on the shore of Pigeon Lake in central Alberta, in the America/Edmonton time zone. A very small lakeside community of year-round and seasonal residences, it appears on maps as a shoreline village…

How to drive from Salmon Arm to Ma-Me-O Beach

The straight-line distance between Salmon Arm (British Columbia) and Ma-Me-O Beach (Alberta) is about 443.8 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: Salmon Arm – Ma-Me-O Beach

From Salmon Arm to Ma-Me-O Beach the estimated road distance is roughly 501 km (443.8 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 Salmon Arm (British Columbia) — coordinates 50.7022° N, -119.2720° E. The destination is Ma-Me-O Beach (Alberta), at 52.9766° N, -113.9600° E.

Practical tips for the Salmon Arm – Ma-Me-O Beach 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 Ma-Me-O Beach 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 501 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: Salmon Arm – Ma-Me-O Beach

What is the straight-line distance between Salmon Arm and Ma-Me-O Beach?

The straight-line distance between Salmon Arm and Ma-Me-O Beach is about 443.8 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.

What is the estimated road distance from Salmon Arm to Ma-Me-O Beach?

The estimated road distance from Salmon Arm to Ma-Me-O Beach is about 501 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 Salmon Arm to Ma-Me-O Beach?

Indicative drive time from Salmon Arm to Ma-Me-O Beach is about 5 h 34 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 Salmon Arm to Ma-Me-O Beach?

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 Salmon Arm–Ma-Me-O Beach 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 Salmon Arm to Ma-Me-O Beach?

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 Salmon Arm to Ma-Me-O Beach?

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

Can I open the Salmon Arm–Ma-Me-O Beach 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 Salmon Arm as origin and Ma-Me-O Beach as destination.