Canmore travel guide

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You're Going to Love Canmore

With a population of 12,288, Canmore is a must-see destination in Alberta, Canada. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Canmore has to offer.

Where to Eat in Canmore

If you’re looking for affordable options, Iron Goat Pub & Grill (703 Benchlands Tr.) and crazyweed kitchen (1600 railway ave) are great picks.

When to visit Canmore

Canmore in November
Estimated hotel price
$166
1 night at 3-star hotel
Canmore in November
Estimated hotel price
$166
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Canmore

Plane

Although Canmore doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Calgary Airport (YYC), which is located 58 miles from Canmore. The shortest flight to Canmore from New Zealand departs from Christchurch and takes around 25h 28m.

Car

Another option to get to Canmore is to pick up a car hire from Calgary, which is about 56 miles from Canmore. You’ll find branches of Avis and Thrifty, among others, in Calgary.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Canmore, including Rider Express, Ebus and Cold Shot. From Edmonton, the bus ride to Canmore takes 165 miles and will cost you around $49. From Lloydminster, the ticket costs about $232 for a journey of 375 miles.

Plane

Although Canmore doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Calgary Airport (YYC), which is located 58 miles from Canmore. The shortest flight to Canmore from New Zealand departs from Christchurch and takes around 25h 28m.

Car

Another option to get to Canmore is to pick up a car hire from Calgary, which is about 56 miles from Canmore. You’ll find branches of Avis and Thrifty, among others, in Calgary.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Canmore, including Rider Express, Ebus and Cold Shot. From Edmonton, the bus ride to Canmore takes 165 miles and will cost you around $49. From Lloydminster, the ticket costs about $232 for a journey of 375 miles.

Airports near Canmore

Airlines serving Canmore

Lufthansa
Good (4,664 reviews)
KLM
Good (848 reviews)
SWISS
Good (942 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,547 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,619 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,305 reviews)
Air France
Good (980 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,587 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (484 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,954 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,121 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,463 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,869 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (228 reviews)
Finnair
Good (873 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,177 reviews)
LOT
Good (685 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (924 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (823 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,662 reviews)
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Where to stay in Canmore

Average rates range from around $305 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $575 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Sunset Mountain Inn and Spa and Canmore Rocky Mountain Inn.

Where to stay in popular areas of Canmore

Most booked hotels in Canmore

Coast Canmore Hotel & Conference Centre
3 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
$285+
Canmore Rocky Mountain Inn
2 stars
Good (7.6, Good reviews)
$205+
Grande Rockies Resort-Bellstar Hotels & Resorts
4 stars
Good (7.4, Good reviews)
$270+
Canmore Inn & Suites
3 stars
Good (6.9, Good reviews)
$199+

Hiring a car in Canmore

Expect to pay $2.31 per litre in Canmore (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $27.64 and $36.86. The most frequently booked car type in Canmore is Compact (Toyota RAV4 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice car hire (Class Special Car or similar) is, on average, 53% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $2.31 per litre in Canmore (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $27.64 and $36.86. The most frequently booked car type in Canmore is Compact (Toyota RAV4 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice car hire (Class Special Car or similar) is, on average, 53% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.