Route from Melville to Kitscoty
Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Melville to Kitscoty — 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 Melville (Saskatchewan) and Kitscoty (Alberta). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.
Distance from Melville to Kitscoty
The straight-line distance between Melville and Kitscoty is 578.7 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 654 km, with an indicative drive time of 7 h 16 min.
Trip cost and route type: Melville – Kitscoty
Driving directions from Melville to Kitscoty
The map shows the locations of Melville (A) and Kitscoty (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 Melville to Kitscoty
Real distance: 652.7 km · Estimated time: 7 h 57 min
- Drive east. 52 m
- Turn right onto Queen Street. 167 m
- Turn right onto 3 Avenue W. 55.1 km
- Turn right onto Main Street North/15/310. Continue on 15. 31.0 km
- Turn right onto Highway 35/35. 50.4 km
- Turn left onto 16/Yellowhead Route. Continue on 16. 48.8 km
- Turn right onto 16/6/Trans Canada Highway: CanAm Highway. 5.2 km
- Turn left onto 16/Trans Canada Highway: Yellowhead Route. Continue on 16. 148.9 km
- Take the 11 North/16 West/Circle Drive North exit toward Circle Drive North. 9.1 km
- Keep left to stay on 16/Circle Drive. 2.2 km
- Turn right to take the 16 west/11 north/Idylwyld Drive ramp toward 12 north. 2.2 km
- Keep left to take 16/Yellowhead Route toward The Battlefords. 129.4 km
Standard car route without avoiding highways. For advanced options (motorcycle, bicycle, transit, avoid tolls) use the live planner above.
Estimate trip cost: Melville – Kitscoty
Indicative estimates based on ~654 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 Melville to Kitscoty
The straight-line distance between Melville (Saskatchewan) and Kitscoty (Alberta) is about 578.7 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: Melville – Kitscoty
The journey from Melville to Kitscoty covers roughly 654 km on the road, equal to 578.7 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 Melville (Saskatchewan) — coordinates 50.9306° N, -102.8080° E. The destination is Kitscoty (Alberta), at 53.3372° N, -110.3330° E.
Practical tips for the Melville – Kitscoty 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 Kitscoty in Alberta, prairie in the south rising into the Canadian Rockies in the west. The route also passes near Sutherland (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 654 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 Melville – Kitscoty route
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Routes with intermediate stops: Melville → Sutherland · Melville → North Park · Melville → Saskatoon
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Frequently asked questions: Melville – Kitscoty
What is the straight-line distance between Melville and Kitscoty?
The straight-line distance between Melville and Kitscoty is about 578.7 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.
What is the estimated road distance from Melville to Kitscoty?
The estimated road distance from Melville to Kitscoty is about 654 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 Melville to Kitscoty?
Indicative drive time from Melville to Kitscoty is about 7 h 16 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 Melville to Kitscoty?
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 Melville–Kitscoty 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 Melville to Kitscoty?
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 Melville to Kitscoty?
A common alternative is going via Sutherland or North Park. Use the live planner to compare routes.
Can I open the Melville–Kitscoty 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 Melville as origin and Kitscoty as destination.