Jasper, Alberta, Canada to Red Deer: Road Trip Guide & Distance

144 miles 231.7 km · straight line
173 miles actual route 278.4 km · driving distance
4h 21min estimated drive time
CAD 28 - CAD 35 estimated fuel cost
~47min flight time
106° ESE bearing direction

How far is Jasper, Alberta, Canada from Red Deer?

The distance from Jasper, Alberta, Canada to Red Deer is 144 miles (231.7 km) as the crow flies. Red Deer is located ESE of Jasper, Alberta, Canada. By car, the driving distance is approximately 173 miles, taking about 4h 21min. A direct flight would take roughly 47min. 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Jasper, Alberta, Canada 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 Jasper, Alberta, Canada to Red Deer

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 21min CAD 28 - CAD 35 Flexible stops
Fly ~47min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 13min $14–$26* Budget
Train ~4h 8min $21–$61* Comfort

Quick Facts

Jasper, Alberta, Canada
52.87°N, 117.08°W
America/Edmonton
1062m 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 48 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 12 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 173 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM