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Route from Val Marie to Coleman

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

Distance from Val Marie to Coleman

The straight-line distance between Val Marie and Coleman is 491.1 km. The estimated road distance by car is around 555 km, with an indicative drive time of 6 h 10 min.

Straight-line distance 491.1 km
Estimated road distance ~555 km
Indicative drive time 6 h 10 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: Val Marie – Coleman

Route type Long

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

Indicative fuel cost $62–$84

Estimate: ~555 km, 8 L/100 km, $1.65/L. ±15%. Excludes tolls.

Driving directions from Val Marie to Coleman

The map shows the locations of Val Marie (A) and Coleman (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 Val Marie to Coleman

Real distance: 667.9 km  ·  Estimated time: 8 h 5 min

🗓 Calculated on June 3, 2026
  1. Drive north on 4/18. Continue on 4. 56.3 km
  2. Turn left onto Red Coat Trail/13. 49.0 km
  3. Turn right toward Gull Lake. 40.4 km
  4. Turn left toward Viterra Inland Terminal. 3.2 km
  5. Turn right onto Green Terminal Road - Gull Lake Truck Bypass. 1.3 km
  6. Turn left onto 1/Trans-Canada Highway. 177.2 km
  7. Turn left onto Highway 524/524. 94.5 km
  8. Turn right onto Veterans Memorial Highway/36. 6.5 km
  9. Turn left onto Township Road 142/526. Continue on 526. 38.9 km
  10. Turn left onto 845. 24.4 km
  11. Turn right onto 25 Highway/25. Continue on 25. 22.5 km
  12. Turn right onto Secondary Highway 519/519. Continue on 519. 17.6 km

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

Estimate trip cost: Val Marie – Coleman

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Indicative estimates based on ~555 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

Val Marie

Saskatchewan · 49.23300, -107.73500

Val Marie sits in southern Saskatchewan near the province’s southern boundary, serving as a compact rural village and local access point for drivers moving across the region. Positioned on broad prairie and rolling…

Destination

Coleman

Alberta · 49.63330, -114.50000

Coleman sits in southwestern Alberta within the Crowsnest Pass, on the Alberta side of a narrow Rocky Mountain valley near the provincial boundary with British Columbia. For drivers consulting a map, Coleman is a…

How to drive from Val Marie to Coleman

The straight-line distance between Val Marie (Saskatchewan) and Coleman (Alberta) is about 491.1 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: Val Marie – Coleman

Planning a trip from Val Marie to Coleman means budgeting around 555 km on the road and an indicative drive time of 6 h 10 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 Val Marie (Saskatchewan) — coordinates 49.2330° N, -107.7350° E. The destination is Coleman (Alberta), at 49.6333° N, -114.5000° E.

Practical tips for the Val Marie – Coleman 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 Coleman in Alberta, prairie in the south rising into the Canadian Rockies in the west. The route also passes near Foremost (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 555 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: Val Marie – Coleman

What is the straight-line distance between Val Marie and Coleman?

The straight-line distance between Val Marie and Coleman is about 491.1 km. This is the direct geometric distance between the two coordinates, ignoring road geometry.

What is the estimated road distance from Val Marie to Coleman?

The estimated road distance from Val Marie to Coleman is about 555 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 Val Marie to Coleman?

Indicative drive time from Val Marie to Coleman is about 6 h 10 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 Val Marie to Coleman?

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 Val Marie–Coleman 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 Val Marie to Coleman?

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 Val Marie to Coleman?

A common alternative is going via Foremost or Bow Island. Use the live planner to compare routes.

Can I open the Val Marie–Coleman 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 Val Marie as origin and Coleman as destination.