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Route from St. Walburg to Picardville

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

Distance from St. Walburg to Picardville

The straight-line distance between St. Walburg and Picardville is 310.2 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 351 km, with an indicative drive time of 3 h 54 min.

Straight-line distance 310.2 km
Estimated road distance ~351 km
Indicative drive time 3 h 54 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: St. Walburg – Picardville

Route type Long

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

Indicative fuel cost $39–$53

Estimate: ~351 km, 8 L/100 km, $1.65/L. ±15%. Excludes tolls.

Driving directions from St. Walburg to Picardville

The map shows the locations of St. Walburg (A) and Picardville (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 St. Walburg to Picardville

Real distance: 365.1 km  ·  Estimated time: 4 h 21 min

🗓 Calculated on June 4, 2026
  1. Drive south on 2 Street East. 5.7 km
  2. Turn right onto Highway 3/3. 85.5 km
  3. Turn left onto Highway 45/45. Continue on 45. 36.5 km
  4. Turn right onto Buffalo Trail/41/45. 6.5 km
  5. Turn left onto Highway 45/45. 157.1 km
  6. Turn right onto Highway 38/38. Continue on 38. 6.5 km
  7. Turn left onto 48 Avenue/38. Continue on 38. 4.3 km
  8. Turn left onto 28/Highway 28. 11.7 km
  9. Turn right onto Township Road 572. 5.0 km
  10. Turn right onto Lily Lake Road. 3.2 km
  11. Turn left onto Township Road 574/651. Continue on 651. 29.2 km
  12. Turn right onto Highway 44/44. 11.3 km

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

Estimate trip cost: St. Walburg – Picardville

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Indicative estimates based on ~351 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

St. Walburg

Saskatchewan · 53.65000, -109.20000

St. Walburg sits in northwestern Saskatchewan near the province’s western edge, roughly midway up the latitude of the province. The town functions as a small local centre for surrounding farms, rural properties and…

Destination

Picardville

Alberta · 54.05200, -113.88000

Picardville sits in northern Alberta, well inland from the province’s southern prairie corridors. As a small rural community it serves mainly as a local waypoint for drivers moving between farms, woodlands and scattered…

How to drive from St. Walburg to Picardville

The straight-line distance between St. Walburg (Saskatchewan) and Picardville (Alberta) is about 310.2 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: St. Walburg – Picardville

The route connects Saskatchewan to Alberta: from St. Walburg to Picardville you cover roughly 351 km on the road (geometric distance 310.2 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 St. Walburg (Saskatchewan) — coordinates 53.6500° N, -109.2000° E. The destination is Picardville (Alberta), at 54.0520° N, -113.8800° E.

Practical tips for the St. Walburg – Picardville 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 Picardville in Alberta, prairie in the south rising into the Canadian Rockies in the west. The route also passes near Two Hills (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 351 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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Frequently asked questions: St. Walburg – Picardville

What is the straight-line distance between St. Walburg and Picardville?

The straight-line distance between St. Walburg and Picardville is about 310.2 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.

What is the estimated road distance from St. Walburg to Picardville?

The estimated road distance from St. Walburg to Picardville is about 351 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 St. Walburg to Picardville?

Indicative drive time from St. Walburg to Picardville is about 3 h 54 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 St. Walburg to Picardville?

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 St. Walburg–Picardville 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 St. Walburg to Picardville?

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 St. Walburg to Picardville?

A common alternative is going via Two Hills or St. Paul. Use the live planner to compare routes.

Can I open the St. Walburg–Picardville 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 St. Walburg as origin and Picardville as destination.