Algonquin Park to Red Deer: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1654.6 miles 2662.8 km · straight line
2011.9 miles actual route 3237.9 km · driving distance
42h 18min estimated drive time
CAD 326 - CAD 401 estimated fuel cost
~3h 50min flight time
299° WNW bearing direction

How far is Algonquin Park from Red Deer?

The distance from Algonquin Park to Red Deer is 1654.6 miles (2662.8 km) as the crow flies. Red Deer is located WNW of Algonquin Park. By car, the driving distance is approximately 2011.9 miles, taking about 42h 18min. A direct flight would take roughly 3h 50min. Both are located in Canada — Algonquin Park in Ontario and Red Deer in Alberta.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Algonquin Park and Red Deer. 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 Algonquin Park to Red Deer

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 42h 18min CAD 326 - CAD 401 Flexible stops
Fly ~3h 50min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~50h 46min $161–$302* Budget
Train ~54h 59min $241–$704* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Algonquin Park & Red Deer

Quick Facts

Algonquin Park
45.59°N, 78.38°W
America/Toronto
400m elevation
Red Deer
52.27°N, 113.80°W
America/Edmonton
856m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 552 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 138 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 15 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM