Route from Burstall to Rocky Mountain House
Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Burstall to Rocky Mountain House — 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 Burstall (Saskatchewan) and Rocky Mountain House (Alberta). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.
Distance from Burstall to Rocky Mountain House
The straight-line distance between Burstall and Rocky Mountain House is 395.8 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 447 km, with an indicative drive time of 4 h 58 min.
Trip cost and route type: Burstall – Rocky Mountain House
Driving directions from Burstall to Rocky Mountain House
The map shows the locations of Burstall (A) and Rocky Mountain House (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 Burstall to Rocky Mountain House
Real distance: 505.7 km · Estimated time: 5 h 44 min
- Drive northeast on Railway Avenue. 1.3 km
- Turn left onto Highway 321/321. 13.5 km
- Turn right onto Buffalo Trail/41. 96.7 km
- Turn left onto 9/Highway 9. 229.9 km
- Turn right onto Township Road 312/582. 1.6 km
- Turn left onto Township Road 312/582. Continue on 582. 8.1 km
- Turn right onto Highway 791/791. Continue on 791. 30.7 km
- Turn left onto Township Road 344/587. Continue on 587. 58.9 km
- Turn right onto Highway 22/22. 17.1 km
- Turn left onto Highway 54/54/22. Continue on 54/22. 13.0 km
- Turn right onto Highway 22/22. 25.1 km
- Turn left onto Highway 11/11/22/David Thompson Highway. 8.4 km
Standard car route without avoiding highways. For advanced options (motorcycle, bicycle, transit, avoid tolls) use the live planner above.
Estimate trip cost: Burstall – Rocky Mountain House
Indicative estimates based on ~447 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 Burstall to Rocky Mountain House
The straight-line distance between Burstall (Saskatchewan) and Rocky Mountain House (Alberta) is about 395.8 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: Burstall – Rocky Mountain House
The route connects Saskatchewan to Alberta: from Burstall to Rocky Mountain House you cover roughly 447 km on the road (geometric distance 395.8 km). A long route (over 300 km). Plan multiple breaks and check highway traffic, weather, and fuel availability — particularly in remote sections. The live planner calculates the optimal route with step-by-step instructions and trip cost.
The trip starts at Burstall (Saskatchewan) — coordinates 50.6500° N, -109.9170° E. The destination is Rocky Mountain House (Alberta), at 52.3753° N, -114.9220° E.
Practical tips for the Burstall – Rocky Mountain House drive
Terrain along the way
The route starts in Saskatchewan — a province prairie to the south and boreal forest, lakes, and Shield country to the north — and reaches Rocky Mountain House in Alberta, prairie in the south rising into the Canadian Rockies in the west. The route also passes near Morrin (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 447 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 Burstall – Rocky Mountain House route
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Routes with intermediate stops: Burstall → Morrin · Burstall → Hanna · Burstall → Hussar
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Frequently asked questions: Burstall – Rocky Mountain House
What is the straight-line distance between Burstall and Rocky Mountain House?
The straight-line distance between Burstall and Rocky Mountain House is about 395.8 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.
What is the estimated road distance from Burstall to Rocky Mountain House?
The estimated road distance from Burstall to Rocky Mountain House is about 447 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 Burstall to Rocky Mountain House?
Indicative drive time from Burstall to Rocky Mountain House is about 4 h 58 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 Burstall to Rocky Mountain House?
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 Burstall–Rocky Mountain House 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 Burstall to Rocky Mountain House?
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 Burstall to Rocky Mountain House?
A common alternative is going via Morrin or Hanna. Use the live planner to compare routes.
Can I open the Burstall–Rocky Mountain House 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 Burstall as origin and Rocky Mountain House as destination.