Edmonton to Vancouver: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Edmonton from Vancouver?

The distance from Edmonton to Vancouver is 508.1 miles (817.7 km) as the crow flies. Vancouver is located WSW of Edmonton. By car, the driving distance is approximately 721.4 miles, taking about 14h 37min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 31min. Both are located in Canada — Edmonton in Alberta and Vancouver in British Columbia.

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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Edmonton and Vancouver. 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.