Route from Surrey to Olds
Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Surrey to Olds — 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 Olds (Alberta). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.
Distance from Surrey to Olds
The straight-line distance between Surrey and Olds is 682.2 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 771 km, with an indicative drive time of 8 h 34 min.
Trip cost and route type: Surrey – Olds
Driving directions from Surrey to Olds
The map shows the locations of Surrey (A) and Olds (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 Olds
Real distance: 1,014.1 km · Estimated time: 13 h
- Drive east on Central Avenue. 97 m
- Turn left onto City Parkway. 165 m
- Turn right onto 104 Avenue. 4.9 km
- Stay straight to take the ramp toward 104 Avenue West. 126.6 km
- Keep left to take Coquihalla Highway toward Merritt/Kelowna/Kamloops. 192.8 km
- Keep left toward Thru Traffic. 4.0 km
- Keep left to stay on TCH 1/Trans-Canada Highway. 26.0 km
- Keep left to stay on Trans-Canada Highway. 530.9 km
- Take exit 131 onto North Morley Road. 531 m
- Turn left onto Mînî Thnî Road/133X. 3.9 km
- Turn right onto Highway 1A/1A. Continue on 1A. 26.1 km
- Turn left onto Horse Creek Road. 7.4 km
Standard car route without avoiding highways. For advanced options (motorcycle, bicycle, transit, avoid tolls) use the live planner above.
Estimate trip cost: Surrey – Olds
Indicative estimates based on ~771 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 Surrey to Olds
The straight-line distance between Surrey (British Columbia) and Olds (Alberta) is about 682.2 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 – Olds
The journey from Surrey to Olds covers roughly 771 km on the road, equal to 682.2 km straight line. The trip connects British Columbia to Alberta and is classified as a long route (over 300 km). Plan multiple breaks and check highway traffic, weather, and fuel availability — particularly in remote sections. Open the interactive planner for the route map, turns, and a fuel-or-EV cost calculator.
The trip starts at Surrey (British Columbia) — coordinates 49.1900° N, -122.8490° E. The destination is Olds (Alberta), at 51.7928° N, -114.1070° E.
Practical tips for the Surrey – Olds 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 Olds in Alberta, prairie in the south rising into the Canadian Rockies in the west. The route also passes near Lumby (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 771 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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Cities along the Surrey – Olds route
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Routes with intermediate stops: Surrey → Lumby · Surrey → Enderby · Surrey → Armstrong
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Frequently asked questions: Surrey – Olds
What is the straight-line distance between Surrey and Olds?
The straight-line distance between Surrey and Olds is about 682.2 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.
What is the estimated road distance from Surrey to Olds?
The estimated road distance from Surrey to Olds is about 771 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 Olds?
Indicative drive time from Surrey to Olds is about 8 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 Surrey to Olds?
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–Olds 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 Olds?
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 Olds?
A common alternative is going via Lumby or Enderby. Use the live planner to compare routes.
Can I open the Surrey–Olds 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 Olds as destination.