Road Trip
- Transport Mode: Road trip via personal vehicle or rental car
- Companies: Enterprise, Hertz, or Avis for rental cars
- Duration: Approximately 17 hours
- Distance: 1,660 km
- Costs:
- Gas: Estimated CAD $160 (based on CAD $1.40/L and average consumption)
- Rental Car: Approximately CAD $100/day for 2 days = CAD $200
- Tolls/Parking: Estimated CAD $20
Total: Approximately CAD $380 - Roads/Routes: Trans-Canada Highway (Highway 1), Highway 401, and Highway 11
Pro Tip: Plan your stops at local diners along the Trans-Canada Highway to experience regional cuisine and break up the long drive.
If you prefer a more relaxing mode of transport, consider flying from Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to Regina International Airport (YQR) followed by a rental car or bus service to Moose Jaw.
Airflight + Car Rental
- Transport Mode: Flight + Car Rental
- Companies: Air Canada, WestJet for flights; Enterprise, Hertz for car rentals
- Duration: Approx. 8 hours (2 hours flight + 1 hour car rental process + 1-2 hours drive to Moose Jaw after arrival)
- Distance: 1,660 km (flight distance is shorter)
- Costs:
- Flight: Approximately CAD $350 (round trip)
- Car Rental: Approximately CAD $100/day for 1 day = CAD $100
- Gas: Estimated CAD $50
- Airport/Other Fees: Estimated CAD $20
Total: Approximately CAD $520 - Roads/Routes: Airport to Moose Jaw along Highway 1
Pro Tip: Book flights in advance and look for package deals that might include discounted car rentals.
Both options provide an opportunity to enjoy the incredible landscapes of Canada; choose what's best for your travel style.