Canmore to Red Deer: Road Trip Guide & Distance

104.9 miles 168.9 km · straight line
149.5 miles actual route 240.6 km · driving distance
2h 55min estimated drive time
CAD 24 - CAD 30 estimated fuel cost
~43min flight time · usually no direct flights
39° NE bearing direction

How far is Canmore from Red Deer?

The distance from Canmore to Red Deer is 104.9 miles (168.9 km) as the crow flies. Red Deer is located NE of Canmore. By car, the driving distance is approximately 149.5 miles, taking about 2h 55min. A direct flight would take roughly 43min. 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 Canmore 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 Canmore to Red Deer

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 55min CAD 24 - CAD 30 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 30min $12–$22* Budget
Train ~2h 46min $18–$52* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Canmore & Red Deer

Quick Facts

Canmore
51.09°N, 115.35°W
America/Edmonton
1309m 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 35 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 9 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 237.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM