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Route from Salmon Arm to Radway

Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Salmon Arm to Radway — 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 Radway (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 Radway

The straight-line distance between Salmon Arm and Radway is 568.7 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 643 km, with an indicative drive time of 7 h 8 min.

Straight-line distance 568.7 km
Estimated road distance ~643 km
Indicative drive time 7 h 8 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 – Radway

Route type Long

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

Indicative fuel cost $72–$98

Estimate: ~643 km, 8 L/100 km, $1.65/L. ±15%. Excludes tolls.

Driving directions from Salmon Arm to Radway

The map shows the locations of Salmon Arm (A) and Radway (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 Radway

Real distance: 996.5 km  ·  Estimated time: 11 h 57 min

🗓 Calculated on June 4, 2026
  1. Drive east on 1/Trans-Canada Highway. 282 m
  2. Make a left U-turn at 14 Street Northeast to stay on Trans-Canada Highway. 107.0 km
  3. Keep left to take TCH 1 West/BC 97 North/Trans-Canada Highway. 723 m
  4. Take exit 374 onto BC5 toward Sun Peaks/Jasper. 123.1 km
  5. Enter Yellowhead 5 Highway Sud and take the 2nd exit onto YH 5/Highway 5. 35 m
  6. Exit the roundabout onto YH 5/Highway 5. Continue on YH 5. 214.9 km
  7. Bear right onto YH 16/Yellowhead Highway. 415.5 km
  8. Take exit 340 onto 43 North toward Whitecourt/Grande Prairie. 15.8 km
  9. Turn right onto Range Road 23. 914 m
  10. Turn right onto Township Road 550/37. 28.5 km
  11. Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit toward 37 East/Fort Saskatchewan. 21.0 km
  12. Turn left onto Highway 28/28. Continue on 28. 24.0 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 – Radway

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Range ±15%

Indicative estimates based on ~643 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

Radway

Alberta · 54.06160, -112.94700

Radway sits in north-central Alberta at latitude 54.0616 and longitude -112.947. A small rural community of approximately 231 residents, it appears on provincial maps as a local settlement amid farmland and mixed…

How to drive from Salmon Arm to Radway

The straight-line distance between Salmon Arm (British Columbia) and Radway (Alberta) is about 568.7 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: Salmon Arm – Radway

Looking for directions from Salmon Arm to Radway? The estimated road distance is 643 km (568.7 km straight line), with an indicative drive time of 7 h 8 min. A long route (over 300 km) that connects British Columbia to Alberta. Plan multiple breaks and check highway traffic, weather, and fuel availability — particularly in remote sections. Choose the transport mode in the live planner to get the detailed track.

The trip starts at Salmon Arm (British Columbia) — coordinates 50.7022° N, -119.2720° E. The destination is Radway (Alberta), at 54.0616° N, -112.9470° E.

Practical tips for the Salmon Arm – Radway 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 Radway in Alberta, prairie in the south rising into the Canadian Rockies in the west.

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 643 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 – Radway

What is the straight-line distance between Salmon Arm and Radway?

The straight-line distance between Salmon Arm and Radway is about 568.7 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.

What is the estimated road distance from Salmon Arm to Radway?

The estimated road distance from Salmon Arm to Radway is about 643 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 Radway?

Indicative drive time from Salmon Arm to Radway is about 7 h 8 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 Radway?

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–Radway 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 Radway?

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 Radway?

For alternative routes, use the live planner: pick between highways, secondary roads, and shorter or scenic options.

Can I open the Salmon Arm–Radway 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 Radway as destination.