Edmonton to Lake Louise: Road Trip Guide & Distance

185 miles 297.7 km · straight line
292.6 miles actual route 470.9 km · driving distance
5h 47min estimated drive time
CAD 47 - CAD 58 estimated fuel cost
~52min flight time
219° SW bearing direction

How far is Edmonton from Lake Louise?

The distance from Edmonton to Lake Louise is 185 miles (297.7 km) as the crow flies. Lake Louise is located SW of Edmonton. By car, the driving distance is approximately 292.6 miles, taking about 5h 47min. A direct flight would take roughly 52min. 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. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Edmonton and Lake Louise. 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 Edmonton to Lake Louise

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 47min CAD 47 - CAD 58 Flexible stops
Fly ~52min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 56min $23–$44* Budget
Train ~5h 30min $35–$102* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Edmonton & Lake Louise

Quick Facts

Edmonton
53.55°N, 113.49°W
America/Edmonton
668m elevation
Lake Louise
51.43°N, 116.18°W
America/Edmonton
1540m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 62 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 15 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 134.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM