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Route from Tisdale to Loon Lake

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

Distance from Tisdale to Loon Lake

The straight-line distance between Tisdale and Loon Lake is 363.5 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 411 km, with an indicative drive time of 4 h 34 min.

Straight-line distance 363.5 km
Estimated road distance ~411 km
Indicative drive time 4 h 34 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: Tisdale – Loon Lake

Route type Long

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

Indicative fuel cost $46–$62

Estimate: ~411 km, 8 L/100 km, $1.65/L. ±15%. Excludes tolls.

Driving directions from Tisdale to Loon Lake

The map shows the locations of Tisdale (A) and Loon Lake (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 Tisdale to Loon Lake

Real distance: 448.5 km  ·  Estimated time: 5 h 25 min

🗓 Calculated on June 4, 2026
  1. Drive east on 102 Avenue. 166 m
  2. Turn right onto 100 Street/35. 927 m
  3. Turn right onto 93 Avenue/3. 41.3 km
  4. Keep right to take Highway 41/41. 147 m
  5. Turn right onto 41A. 3.4 km
  6. Turn left onto CanAm Highway/3. Continue on 3. 91.3 km
  7. Turn left onto 15 Street East/3/302. Continue on 3/302. 1.5 km
  8. Turn right onto 2/3/2 Avenue West. Continue on 2. 1.5 km
  9. Take the Northern Woods & Water Route exit. 179.4 km
  10. Turn right onto Railway Avenue/3/4. Continue on 3/4. 1.6 km
  11. Turn left onto Highway 3/3. 45.1 km
  12. Turn right onto Highway 3/3/26. Continue on 26. 33.2 km

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

Estimate trip cost: Tisdale – Loon Lake

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Range ±15%

Indicative estimates based on ~411 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

Tisdale

Saskatchewan · 52.85000, -104.05000

Tisdale sits in east‑central Saskatchewan on the agricultural plains, located amid a network of rural roads and smaller towns rather than inside a large metropolitan area. On provincial maps it reads as a compact town…

Destination

Loon Lake

Saskatchewan · 54.03330, -109.16700

Loon Lake sits in northwestern Saskatchewan at latitude 54.0333, longitude -109.167. A small village of roughly 288 people, it appears on regional maps as a lakeside settlement within a predominantly forested and…

How to drive from Tisdale to Loon Lake

The straight-line distance between Tisdale (Saskatchewan) and Loon Lake (Saskatchewan) is about 363.5 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: Tisdale – Loon Lake

Planning a trip from Tisdale to Loon Lake means budgeting around 411 km on the road and an indicative drive time of 4 h 34 min by car. The route stays within Saskatchewan and falls into a long route (over 300 km). Plan multiple breaks and check highway traffic, weather, and fuel availability — particularly in remote sections.

Practical tips for the Tisdale – Loon Lake drive

Terrain along the way

The route stays within Saskatchewan, prairie to the south and boreal forest, lakes, and Shield country to the north.

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 411 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: Tisdale → Debden · Tisdale → Shellbrook · Tisdale → Holbein

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Frequently asked questions: Tisdale – Loon Lake

What is the straight-line distance between Tisdale and Loon Lake?

The straight-line distance between Tisdale and Loon Lake is about 363.5 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.

What is the estimated road distance from Tisdale to Loon Lake?

The estimated road distance from Tisdale to Loon Lake is about 411 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 Tisdale to Loon Lake?

Indicative drive time from Tisdale to Loon Lake is about 4 h 34 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 Tisdale to Loon Lake?

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 Tisdale–Loon Lake 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 Tisdale to Loon Lake?

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 Tisdale to Loon Lake?

A common alternative is going via Debden or Shellbrook. Use the live planner to compare routes.

Can I open the Tisdale–Loon Lake 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 Tisdale as origin and Loon Lake as destination.