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Route from Perdue to Hay Lakes

Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Perdue to Hay Lakes — 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 Perdue (Saskatchewan) and Hay Lakes (Alberta). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.

Distance from Perdue to Hay Lakes

The straight-line distance between Perdue and Hay Lakes is 392.6 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 444 km, with an indicative drive time of 4 h 56 min.

Straight-line distance 392.6 km
Estimated road distance ~444 km
Indicative drive time 4 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: Perdue – Hay Lakes

Route type Long

Long route (over 300 km) — plan a break roughly every 2 hours and check highway traffic and weather.

Indicative fuel cost $50–$67

Estimate: ~444 km, 8 L/100 km, $1.65/L. ±15%. Excludes tolls.

Driving directions from Perdue to Hay Lakes

The map shows the locations of Perdue (A) and Hay Lakes (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 Perdue to Hay Lakes

Real distance: 436.8 km  ·  Estimated time: 5 h 15 min

🗓 Calculated on June 4, 2026
  1. Drive north on Highway 655/655. 46 m
  2. Keep left at the fork. 659 m
  3. Turn left. 537 m
  4. Turn left onto Highway 14/14. 394.9 km
  5. Turn right. 5 m
  6. Keep left at the fork. 5 m
  7. Turn left. 88 m
  8. Bear right onto Highway 13/13. Continue on 13. 17.2 km
  9. Turn right toward 21 North/Edmonton. 22.6 km
  10. Turn right onto Highway 617/617. 95 m

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

Estimate trip cost: Perdue – Hay Lakes

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Indicative estimates based on ~444 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

Perdue

Saskatchewan · 52.05000, -107.55000

Perdue is a small community on the prairie of central Saskatchewan, located at latitude 52.05 north. It appears on provincial maps as a compact village core set amid broad agricultural land rather than as part of a…

Destination

Hay Lakes

Alberta · 53.19250, -113.05500

Hay Lakes sits in central Alberta on the province’s prairie plain, a small village of roughly 495 residents that appears on regional maps as a compact settlement surrounded by farmland. It is not part of a metropolitan…

How to drive from Perdue to Hay Lakes

The straight-line distance between Perdue (Saskatchewan) and Hay Lakes (Alberta) is about 392.6 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: Perdue – Hay Lakes

The route connects Saskatchewan to Alberta: from Perdue to Hay Lakes you cover roughly 444 km on the road (geometric distance 392.6 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 Perdue (Saskatchewan) — coordinates 52.0500° N, -107.5500° E. The destination is Hay Lakes (Alberta), at 53.1925° N, -113.0550° E.

Practical tips for the Perdue – Hay Lakes 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 Hay Lakes in Alberta, prairie in the south rising into the Canadian Rockies in the west. The route also passes near Provost (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 444 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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Routes with intermediate stops: Perdue → Provost · Perdue → Macklin · Perdue → Marsden

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Frequently asked questions: Perdue – Hay Lakes

What is the straight-line distance between Perdue and Hay Lakes?

The straight-line distance between Perdue and Hay Lakes is about 392.6 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.

What is the estimated road distance from Perdue to Hay Lakes?

The estimated road distance from Perdue to Hay Lakes is about 444 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 Perdue to Hay Lakes?

Indicative drive time from Perdue to Hay Lakes is about 4 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 Perdue to Hay Lakes?

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 Perdue–Hay Lakes 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 Perdue to Hay Lakes?

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 Perdue to Hay Lakes?

A common alternative is going via Provost or Macklin. Use the live planner to compare routes.

Can I open the Perdue–Hay Lakes 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 Perdue as origin and Hay Lakes as destination.