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 2 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
RM 485
1 night at 3-star hotel
Canmore in November
Estimated hotel price
RM 485
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 93 km from Canmore. The shortest flight to Canmore from Malaysia departs from Kuala Lumpur and takes around 22h 36m.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Canmore, including Rider Express, Cold Shot and Red Arrow. From Edmonton, the bus ride to Canmore takes 257 km and will cost you around RM 339. From Lloydminster, the ticket costs about RM 401 for a journey of 604 km.

Plane

Although Canmore doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Calgary Airport (YYC), which is located 93 km from Canmore. The shortest flight to Canmore from Malaysia departs from Kuala Lumpur and takes around 22h 36m.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Canmore, including Rider Express, Cold Shot and Red Arrow. From Edmonton, the bus ride to Canmore takes 257 km and will cost you around RM 339. From Lloydminster, the ticket costs about RM 401 for a journey of 604 km.

Airports near Canmore

Airlines serving Canmore

Lufthansa
Good (4,597 reviews)
KLM
Good (850 reviews)
SWISS
Good (923 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,436 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,596 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,275 reviews)
Air France
Good (970 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,552 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (478 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,922 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,124 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,482 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,699 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (226 reviews)
Finnair
Good (876 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (834 reviews)
LOT
Good (680 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,161 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (909 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,501 reviews)
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Where to stay in Canmore

Average rates range from around RM 770 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to RM 1,632 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)
RM 610+
Canmore Rocky Mountain Inn
2 stars
Good (7.6, Good reviews)
RM 425+
Grande Rockies Resort-Bellstar Hotels & Resorts
4 stars
Good (7.4, Good reviews)
RM 490+
Canmore Inn & Suites
3 stars
Good (6.9, Good reviews)
RM 384+

Hiring a car in Canmore

Expect to pay RM 6.59 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 RM 79.08 and RM 105.43. The most frequently booked car type in Canmore is Economy (Mitsubishi Mirage or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size car hire (Nissan Pathfinder or similar) is, on average, 44% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay RM 6.59 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 RM 79.08 and RM 105.43. The most frequently booked car type in Canmore is Economy (Mitsubishi Mirage or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size car hire (Nissan Pathfinder or similar) is, on average, 44% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.