Air Travel
- Transport Mode: Commercial Flight
- Companies: Air Canada, WestJet
- Duration: Approximately 5 hours (including layovers)
- Distance: 2,700 kilometers
- Costs: Estimated at €300-€450 (depending on booking time and class selection)
- Roads/Routes: Not applicable
Pro Tip: Book your flight for mid-week (Tuesday or Wednesday) to secure the best rates, as travel costs tend to be lower compared to weekends.
Recommendation: Opt for a flight that provides at least one stop, typically through Edmonton or Calgary, for potentially lower fares and more flexible schedule options.
Road Travel
- Transport Mode: Car
- Companies: Rental companies such as Enterprise, Hertz, or Avis
- Duration: Approximately 30 hours driving time
- Distance: 3,100 kilometers
- Costs: Approximate fuel cost: €350-€450 (depending on vehicle fuel efficiency and current fuel prices) plus rental cost of around €50-€80 per day for a week (total €400-€560)
- Roads/Routes: Trans-Canada Highway (Highway 1), QEII Highway (Highway 2)
Pro Tip: Consider breaking the journey with overnight stops in cities like Winnipeg, MB and Toronto, ON to avoid fatigue and enjoy the sights along the way.
Recommendation: Although it’s a long drive, it provides an opportunity to explore the Canadian landscape and see multiple cities along the way. Ensure to check road conditions before your journey, especially during winter months.
Combination: Air & Road
- Transport Mode: Fly to Edmonton, then rent a car
- Companies: Air Canada (Flight), Enterprise (Rental)
- Duration: Approximately 7 hours (1.5 hours flight + 5.5 hours driving)
- Distance: 800 kilometers (Fly to Edmonton 700 km + Road trip to Ottawa 100 km)
- Costs: €250 (flight) + €120 (rental for one day) + €60 (fuel) = €430
- Roads/Routes: Highway 2 from Edmonton to Calgary, then Trans-Canada Highway (Highway 1) towards Ottawa
Pro Tip: Rent from the airport in Edmonton where rates are competitive, and inspect your vehicle thoroughly before starting your trip.
Recommendation: This combination allows for a balanced journey — with the speed of flying and the flexibility of driving, it’s ideal for those who want to maximize their travel experience while minimizing overall travel time.