Route from Leroy to Castor
Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Leroy to Castor — 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 Leroy (Saskatchewan) and Castor (Alberta). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.
Distance from Leroy to Castor
The straight-line distance between Leroy and Castor is 490.3 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 554 km, with an indicative drive time of 6 h 9 min.
Trip cost and route type: Leroy – Castor
Driving directions from Leroy to Castor
The map shows the locations of Leroy (A) and Castor (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 Leroy to Castor
Real distance: 558.5 km · Estimated time: 6 h 51 min
- Drive southwest on 1 Avenue. 15.0 km
- Keep left at the fork. 13.3 km
- Turn left onto Highway 20/20. 14.7 km
- Turn right onto 16/Yellowhead Route/Route Yellowhead. Continue on 16. 110.5 km
- Keep right to take 11/16/Circle Drive. 5.6 km
- Keep right to take 11th Street. 552 m
- Turn left onto 11th Street West. 4.3 km
- Turn right onto 7/Highway 7. 1.8 km
- Take the exit on the left. 73 m
- Turn left onto 14/7/22nd Street West. Continue on 14. 153.9 km
- Turn left onto Highway 14/14. 110.8 km
- Turn left onto 53 Street/600. 1.3 km
Standard car route without avoiding highways. For advanced options (motorcycle, bicycle, transit, avoid tolls) use the live planner above.
Estimate trip cost: Leroy – Castor
Indicative estimates based on ~554 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 Leroy to Castor
The straight-line distance between Leroy (Saskatchewan) and Castor (Alberta) is about 490.3 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: Leroy – Castor
The journey from Leroy to Castor covers roughly 554 km on the road, equal to 490.3 km straight line. The trip connects Saskatchewan 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 Leroy (Saskatchewan) — coordinates 52.0020° N, -104.7350° E. The destination is Castor (Alberta), at 52.2200° N, -111.9090° E.
Practical tips for the Leroy – Castor 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 Castor in Alberta, prairie in the south rising into the Canadian Rockies in the west. The route also passes near Plenty (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 554 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 Leroy – Castor route
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Routes with intermediate stops: Leroy → Plenty · Leroy → Perdue · Leroy → Denholm
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Frequently asked questions: Leroy – Castor
What is the straight-line distance between Leroy and Castor?
The straight-line distance between Leroy and Castor is about 490.3 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.
What is the estimated road distance from Leroy to Castor?
The estimated road distance from Leroy to Castor is about 554 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 Leroy to Castor?
Indicative drive time from Leroy to Castor is about 6 h 9 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 Leroy to Castor?
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 Leroy–Castor 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 Leroy to Castor?
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 Leroy to Castor?
A common alternative is going via Plenty or Perdue. Use the live planner to compare routes.
Can I open the Leroy–Castor 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 Leroy as origin and Castor as destination.