Route from Spiritwood to Rycroft
Interactive map, distance, and indicative drive time for the route from Spiritwood to Rycroft — 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 Spiritwood (Saskatchewan) and Rycroft (Alberta). Use the live planner below to get up-to-date driving directions by car, on foot, or by bicycle.
Distance from Spiritwood to Rycroft
The straight-line distance between Spiritwood and Rycroft is 767.2 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 867 km, with an indicative drive time of 9 h 38 min.
Trip cost and route type: Spiritwood – Rycroft
Driving directions from Spiritwood to Rycroft
The map shows the locations of Spiritwood (A) and Rycroft (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 Spiritwood to Rycroft
Real distance: 950.6 km · Estimated time: 10 h 37 min
- Drive south on Highway 24/24. 31 m
- Turn right onto Railway Avenue/3. Continue on 3. 55.3 km
- Turn right onto Railway Avenue/3/4. Continue on 3/4. 1.6 km
- Turn left onto Highway 3/3. 45.1 km
- Turn right onto Highway 3/3/26. Continue on 3/26. 29.2 km
- Turn left onto Highway 3/3. 106.8 km
- Turn left onto Secondary Highway 646/646. 20.7 km
- Turn right onto Range Road 50. 26.1 km
- Turn left onto 657. 19.2 km
- Turn right onto Buffalo Trail/41. 7.9 km
- Turn left onto Highway 28/28. 24.6 km
- Turn right onto Highway 881/881. Continue on 881. 34.5 km
Standard car route without avoiding highways. For advanced options (motorcycle, bicycle, transit, avoid tolls) use the live planner above.
Estimate trip cost: Spiritwood – Rycroft
Indicative estimates based on ~867 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 Spiritwood to Rycroft
The straight-line distance between Spiritwood (Saskatchewan) and Rycroft (Alberta) is about 767.2 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: Spiritwood – Rycroft
Planning a trip from Spiritwood to Rycroft means budgeting around 867 km on the road and an indicative drive time of 9 h 38 min by car. The route connects Saskatchewan to Alberta and falls into a long route (over 300 km). Plan multiple breaks and check highway traffic, weather, and fuel availability — particularly in remote sections.
The trip starts at Spiritwood (Saskatchewan) — coordinates 53.3667° N, -107.5170° E. The destination is Rycroft (Alberta), at 55.7578° N, -118.6970° E.
Practical tips for the Spiritwood – Rycroft 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 Rycroft in Alberta, prairie in the south rising into the Canadian Rockies in the west. The route also passes near Thorhild (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 867 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 Spiritwood – Rycroft route
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Routes with intermediate stops: Spiritwood → Thorhild · Spiritwood → Waskatenau · Spiritwood → Radway
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Frequently asked questions: Spiritwood – Rycroft
What is the straight-line distance between Spiritwood and Rycroft?
The straight-line distance between Spiritwood and Rycroft is about 767.2 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.
What is the estimated road distance from Spiritwood to Rycroft?
The estimated road distance from Spiritwood to Rycroft is about 867 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 Spiritwood to Rycroft?
Indicative drive time from Spiritwood to Rycroft is about 9 h 38 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 Spiritwood to Rycroft?
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 Spiritwood–Rycroft 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 Spiritwood to Rycroft?
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 Spiritwood to Rycroft?
A common alternative is going via Thorhild or Waskatenau. Use the live planner to compare routes.
Can I open the Spiritwood–Rycroft 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 Spiritwood as origin and Rycroft as destination.