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Route from Surrey to Drayton Valley

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

Distance from Surrey to Drayton Valley

The straight-line distance between Surrey and Drayton Valley is 707.7 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 800 km, with an indicative drive time of 8 h 53 min.

Straight-line distance 707.7 km
Estimated road distance ~800 km
Indicative drive time 8 h 53 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: Surrey – Drayton Valley

Route type Long

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

Indicative fuel cost $90–$121

Estimate: ~800 km, 8 L/100 km, $1.65/L. ±15%. Excludes tolls.

Driving directions from Surrey to Drayton Valley

The map shows the locations of Surrey (A) and Drayton Valley (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 Surrey to Drayton Valley

Real distance: 1,080.5 km  ·  Estimated time: 13 h 4 min

🗓 Calculated on June 4, 2026
  1. Drive east on Central Avenue. 97 m
  2. Turn left onto City Parkway. 165 m
  3. Turn right onto 104 Avenue. 4.9 km
  4. Stay straight to take the ramp toward 104 Avenue West. 126.6 km
  5. Keep left to take Coquihalla Highway toward Merritt/Kelowna/Kamloops. 192.8 km
  6. Keep left toward Thru Traffic. 4.0 km
  7. Keep right to take YH 5 toward Sun Peaks/Jasper. 123.6 km
  8. Enter Yellowhead 5 Highway Sud and take the 2nd exit onto YH 5/Highway 5. 35 m
  9. Exit the roundabout onto YH 5/Highway 5. Continue on YH 5. 214.9 km
  10. Bear right onto YH 16/Yellowhead Highway. 260.9 km
  11. Turn left onto Range Road 180. 3.3 km
  12. Turn right onto Township Road 534. 8.1 km

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

Estimate trip cost: Surrey – Drayton Valley

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Indicative estimates based on ~800 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

Surrey

British Columbia · 49.19000, -122.84900

Surrey sits in the southern part of British Columbia’s Lower Mainland on the flat Fraser River delta, immediately southeast of Vancouver and forming the eastern portion of the Metro Vancouver area. As one of the…

Destination

Drayton Valley

Alberta · 53.22220, -114.97700

Drayton Valley sits in west-central Alberta in a river-valley setting on the Pembina River. The town serves as a local centre for surrounding rural and resource communities rather than part of a major metropolitan area.…

How to drive from Surrey to Drayton Valley

The straight-line distance between Surrey (British Columbia) and Drayton Valley (Alberta) is about 707.7 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: Surrey – Drayton Valley

How far is Surrey from Drayton Valley? The road estimate is around 800 km, with an indicative drive time of 8 h 53 min. 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. Verify the track with the live planner for current instructions.

The trip starts at Surrey (British Columbia) — coordinates 49.1900° N, -122.8490° E. The destination is Drayton Valley (Alberta), at 53.2222° N, -114.9770° E.

Practical tips for the Surrey – Drayton Valley 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 Drayton Valley in Alberta, prairie in the south rising into the Canadian Rockies in the west. The route also passes near Revelstoke (British Columbia).

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 800 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: Surrey – Drayton Valley

What is the straight-line distance between Surrey and Drayton Valley?

The straight-line distance between Surrey and Drayton Valley is about 707.7 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.

What is the estimated road distance from Surrey to Drayton Valley?

The estimated road distance from Surrey to Drayton Valley is about 800 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 Surrey to Drayton Valley?

Indicative drive time from Surrey to Drayton Valley is about 8 h 53 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 Surrey to Drayton Valley?

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 Surrey–Drayton Valley 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 Surrey to Drayton Valley?

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 Surrey to Drayton Valley?

A common alternative is going via Revelstoke or Salmon Arm. Use the live planner to compare routes.

Can I open the Surrey–Drayton Valley 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 Surrey as origin and Drayton Valley as destination.