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Route from Wilmer to Three Hills

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

Distance from Wilmer to Three Hills

The straight-line distance between Wilmer and Three Hills is 234.1 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 265 km, with an indicative drive time of 2 h 56 min.

Straight-line distance 234.1 km
Estimated road distance ~265 km
Indicative drive time 2 h 56 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: Wilmer – Three Hills

Route type Medium

Medium-distance route (100–300 km) — plan a stop and check fuel before departure.

Indicative fuel cost $30–$40

Estimate: ~265 km, 8 L/100 km, $1.65/L. ±15%. Excludes tolls.

Driving directions from Wilmer to Three Hills

The map shows the locations of Wilmer (A) and Three Hills (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 Wilmer to Three Hills

Real distance: 395.0 km  ·  Estimated time: 5 h 16 min

🗓 Calculated on June 4, 2026
  1. Drive south on Moffat Avenue. 107 m
  2. Turn right onto Smith Street. 99 m
  3. Turn left onto Main Avenue. 445 m
  4. Turn left onto Water Street. 188 m
  5. Bear right onto Westside Road. 2.4 km
  6. Turn left onto Toby Creek Road. 867 m
  7. Bear left onto Panorama Drive. 1.1 km
  8. Turn left onto Laurier Street. 2.6 km
  9. Turn left onto Kootenay-Columbia Highway/BC 93/BC 95. 13.1 km
  10. Bear right to stay on BC 93. 103.6 km
  11. Bear left onto Banff-Windermere Highway/Route Banff-Windermere/93. 366 m
  12. Turn right to take the 1 ramp. 95.5 km

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

Estimate trip cost: Wilmer – Three Hills

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Range ±15%

Indicative estimates based on ~265 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

Wilmer

British Columbia · 50.54320, -116.06100

Wilmer sits in southeastern British Columbia's Columbia Valley, a small rural community set on a valley plain edged by forested foothills and nearby lakes. With a population of about 242, the locality serves as a local…

Destination

Three Hills

Alberta · 51.70720, -113.26500

Three Hills sits in east-central Alberta on the open prairie, clearly separate from any large metropolitan area. The town functions as a compact local centre for surrounding farming country and rural residential…

How to drive from Wilmer to Three Hills

The straight-line distance between Wilmer (British Columbia) and Three Hills (Alberta) is about 234.1 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: Wilmer – Three Hills

Planning a trip from Wilmer to Three Hills means budgeting around 265 km on the road and an indicative drive time of 2 h 56 min by car. The route connects British Columbia to Alberta and falls into a medium-distance route (100–300 km). Plan at least one stop and check fuel before departure.

The trip starts at Wilmer (British Columbia) — coordinates 50.5432° N, -116.0610° E. The destination is Three Hills (Alberta), at 51.7072° N, -113.2650° E.

Practical tips for the Wilmer – Three Hills 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 Three Hills in Alberta, prairie in the south rising into the Canadian Rockies in the west. The route also passes near Cochrane (Alberta).

When to leave

For a medium-distance trip, leaving before 07:00 or after 10:00 helps you avoid urban congestion. Friday afternoons and Sunday returns often slow the major highways.

Alternatives

For this route of about 265 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: Wilmer – Three Hills

What is the straight-line distance between Wilmer and Three Hills?

The straight-line distance between Wilmer and Three Hills is about 234.1 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.

What is the estimated road distance from Wilmer to Three Hills?

The estimated road distance from Wilmer to Three Hills is about 265 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 Wilmer to Three Hills?

Indicative drive time from Wilmer to Three Hills is about 2 h 56 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 Wilmer to Three Hills?

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 Wilmer–Three Hills 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 Wilmer to Three Hills?

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 Wilmer to Three Hills?

A common alternative is going via Cochrane. Use the live planner to compare routes.

Can I open the Wilmer–Three Hills 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 Wilmer as origin and Three Hills as destination.