Calgary to Vancouver: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Calgary from Vancouver?
The distance from Calgary to Vancouver is 418.3 miles (673.2 km) as the crow flies. Vancouver is located WSW of Calgary. By car, the driving distance is approximately 605.6 miles, taking about 12h 35min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 20min. Both are located in Canada — Calgary 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 Calgary 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.
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 139 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 35 hours
- You could travel this distance about 59.5 times to circle the Earth's equator