Route from Fort Qu’Appelle to Red Deer
Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Fort Qu’Appelle to Red Deer — 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 Fort Qu’Appelle (Saskatchewan) and Red Deer (Alberta). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.
Distance from Fort Qu’Appelle to Red Deer
The straight-line distance between Fort Qu’Appelle and Red Deer is 713 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 806 km, with an indicative drive time of 8 h 57 min.
Trip cost and route type: Fort Qu’Appelle – Red Deer
Driving directions from Fort Qu’Appelle to Red Deer
The map shows the locations of Fort Qu’Appelle (A) and Red Deer (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 Fort Qu’Appelle to Red Deer
Real distance: 852.5 km · Estimated time: 10 h 7 min
- Drive northeast on Sioux Avenue South/TCT. 59.0 km
- Turn left onto Highway 15/15. Continue on 15. 51.7 km
- Turn right onto CanAm Highway/6/15. 2.6 km
- Turn left onto Highway 15/15. 32.6 km
- Turn right onto Highway 15/15/20. 9.7 km
- Turn left onto Highway 15/15. Continue on 15. 143.1 km
- Turn left onto Mckenzie Street/15. Continue on 15. 66.8 km
- Turn right onto Highway 4/4. 4.9 km
- Turn left onto 7/Highway 7. 339.2 km
- Turn right onto Range Road 201/56. Continue on 56. 42.0 km
- Turn left onto Highway 590/590. Continue on 590. 52.3 km
- Turn right onto Highway 816/816. 10.2 km
Standard car route without avoiding highways. For advanced options (motorcycle, bicycle, transit, avoid tolls) use the live planner above.
Estimate trip cost: Fort Qu’Appelle – Red Deer
Indicative estimates based on ~806 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 Fort Qu’Appelle to Red Deer
The straight-line distance between Fort Qu’Appelle (Saskatchewan) and Red Deer (Alberta) is about 713 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: Fort Qu’Appelle – Red Deer
The trip from Fort Qu’Appelle to Red Deer covers about 806 km on the road (713 km straight line). Plan multiple breaks and check highway traffic, weather, and fuel availability — particularly in remote sections. The route connects Saskatchewan to Alberta and is classified as a long route (over 300 km). Click "Update route" for the latest track, turns, and fuel-cost estimate.
The trip starts at Fort Qu’Appelle (Saskatchewan) — coordinates 50.7667° N, -103.7830° E. The destination is Red Deer (Alberta), at 52.2681° N, -113.8110° E.
Practical tips for the Fort Qu’Appelle – Red Deer 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 Red Deer in Alberta, prairie in the south rising into the Canadian Rockies in the west. The route also passes near Kindersley (Saskatchewan).
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 806 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 Fort Qu’Appelle – Red Deer route
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Routes with intermediate stops: Fort Qu’Appelle → Kindersley · Fort Qu’Appelle → Plenty · Fort Qu’Appelle → Eston
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Frequently asked questions: Fort Qu’Appelle – Red Deer
What is the straight-line distance between Fort Qu’Appelle and Red Deer?
The straight-line distance between Fort Qu’Appelle and Red Deer is about 713 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.
What is the estimated road distance from Fort Qu’Appelle to Red Deer?
The estimated road distance from Fort Qu’Appelle to Red Deer is about 806 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 Fort Qu’Appelle to Red Deer?
Indicative drive time from Fort Qu’Appelle to Red Deer is about 8 h 57 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 Fort Qu’Appelle to Red Deer?
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 Fort Qu’Appelle–Red Deer 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 Fort Qu’Appelle to Red Deer?
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 Fort Qu’Appelle to Red Deer?
A common alternative is going via Kindersley or Plenty. Use the live planner to compare routes.
Can I open the Fort Qu’Appelle–Red Deer 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 Fort Qu’Appelle as origin and Red Deer as destination.