Travel Recommendation: Pemberton, BC to Calgary, AB
Transport Mode: Air and Ground
- Companies:
- Air Canada (for flight from Vancouver to Calgary)
- Rocky Mountaineer (for scenic ground travel options if preferred)
- Duration: Approximately 6 hours (including transfer time)
- Distance: 492 miles (794 kilometers) total distance covered
- Costs: Estimated total costs of $350:
- Flight (Pemberton to Vancouver): $100
- Flight (Vancouver to Calgary): $200
- Airport transfers and additional fees: $50
- Roads/Routes:
- Highway 99 (Sea-to-Sky Highway from Pemberton to Vancouver)
- Trans-Canada Highway (Highway 1 from Vancouver to Calgary)
Pro Tip: Book your connecting flight from Vancouver to Calgary in advance to ensure availability, as this route is popular and can become fully booked quickly.
If you desire a scenic train journey, consider the Rocky Mountaineer for portions of your travel, but be prepared as this will increase your travel time significantly.
Recommendation:
To travel efficiently from Pemberton to Calgary, I recommend taking a series of flights with a quick transfer in Vancouver. It combines speed and comfort while allowing for beautiful views from the plane. The ground transport options offer stunning landscapes if you're willing to take a scenic route along the way.