Airdrie to Edmonton: Road Trip Guide & Distance

156.8 miles 252.4 km · straight line
166.6 miles actual route 268.1 km · driving distance
3h 15min estimated drive time
CAD 27 - CAD 33 estimated fuel cost
~49min flight time
N bearing direction

How far is Airdrie from Edmonton?

The distance from Airdrie to Edmonton is 156.8 miles (252.4 km) as the crow flies. Edmonton is located N of Airdrie. By car, the driving distance is approximately 166.6 miles, taking about 3h 15min. A direct flight would take roughly 49min. Both are located in Canada.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Airdrie and Edmonton. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Airdrie to Edmonton

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 15min CAD 27 - CAD 33 Flexible stops
Fly ~49min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~3h 54min $13–$25* Budget
Train ~3h 5min $20–$58* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Airdrie & Edmonton

Quick Facts

Airdrie
51.30°N, 114.04°W
America/Edmonton
1086m elevation
Edmonton
53.55°N, 113.49°W
America/Edmonton
668m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 52 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 13 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 158.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM