Edmonton to Penticton: Road Trip Guide & Distance

383.8 miles 617.7 km · straight line
595.6 miles actual route 958.5 km · driving distance
12h 51min estimated drive time
CAD 97 - CAD 119 estimated fuel cost
~1h 16min flight time
225° SW bearing direction

How far is Edmonton from Penticton?

The distance from Edmonton to Penticton is 383.8 miles (617.7 km) as the crow flies. Penticton is located SW of Edmonton. By car, the driving distance is approximately 595.6 miles, taking about 12h 51min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 16min. Both are located in Canada — Edmonton in Alberta and Penticton in British Columbia.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Penticton. 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 Penticton

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 12h 51min CAD 97 - CAD 119 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 16min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~15h 25min $48–$89* Budget
Train ~12h 12min $71–$208* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Edmonton & Penticton

Quick Facts

Edmonton
53.55°N, 113.49°W
America/Edmonton
668m elevation
Penticton
49.48°N, 119.59°W
America/Vancouver
357m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 128 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 32 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 64.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM