Route from Smithers to Alliance
Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Smithers to Alliance — 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 Smithers (British Columbia) and Alliance (Alberta). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.
Distance from Smithers to Alliance
The straight-line distance between Smithers and Alliance is 1045.9 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 1182 km, with an indicative drive time of 13 h 8 min.
Trip cost and route type: Smithers – Alliance
Driving directions from Smithers to Alliance
The map shows the locations of Smithers (A) and Alliance (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 Smithers to Alliance
Real distance: 1,317.3 km · Estimated time: 15 h 42 min
- Drive northeast. 50 m
- Turn right onto YH 16/Yellowhead Highway. Continue on YH 16. 366.8 km
- Turn right onto Ferry Avenue. 4.6 km
- Turn right onto YH 16/1st Avenue. 371.8 km
- Turn right onto Icefields Parkway/93. 151.4 km
- Turn left onto David Thompson Highway/11. Continue on 11. 173.9 km
- Bear left. 249 m
- Turn left onto Cowboy Trail/22. Continue on 22. 6.7 km
- Turn right onto Highway 12/12. 58.6 km
- Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit toward Bentley/Lacombe. 20.8 km
- Turn left to take the 2 North ramp toward Edmonton. 7.9 km
- Take exit 431 onto 2A South toward Lacombe. 45.9 km
Standard car route without avoiding highways. For advanced options (motorcycle, bicycle, transit, avoid tolls) use the live planner above.
Estimate trip cost: Smithers – Alliance
Indicative estimates based on ~1182 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 Smithers to Alliance
The straight-line distance between Smithers (British Columbia) and Alliance (Alberta) is about 1045.9 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: Smithers – Alliance
Planning a trip from Smithers to Alliance means budgeting around 1182 km on the road and an indicative drive time of 13 h 8 min by car. The route connects British Columbia to Alberta and falls into a long route (over 300 km). Plan multiple breaks and check highway traffic, weather, and fuel availability — particularly in remote sections.
The trip starts at Smithers (British Columbia) — coordinates 54.7819° N, -127.1680° E. The destination is Alliance (Alberta), at 52.4322° N, -111.7800° E.
Practical tips for the Smithers – Alliance 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 Alliance in Alberta, prairie in the south rising into the Canadian Rockies in the west. The route also passes near Jasper (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 1182 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: Smithers – Alliance
What is the straight-line distance between Smithers and Alliance?
The straight-line distance between Smithers and Alliance is about 1045.9 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.
What is the estimated road distance from Smithers to Alliance?
The estimated road distance from Smithers to Alliance is about 1182 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 Smithers to Alliance?
Indicative drive time from Smithers to Alliance is about 13 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 Smithers to Alliance?
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 Smithers–Alliance 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 Smithers to Alliance?
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 Smithers to Alliance?
A common alternative is going via Jasper or Wembley. Use the live planner to compare routes.
Can I open the Smithers–Alliance 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 Smithers as origin and Alliance as destination.