Canmore to Banff
A Bear and Bison Inn

Canmore to Banff

Photo Credit: Sean Byrne @byrnephotography

There isn’t really anywhere to stop on your drive, but be sure to have a peak into Cascade Ponds, Lake Minnewanka, Two-Jack or Johnson Lake! Get off at the first exit, instead of Mount Norquay.

 

  1. Start in Canmore, AB.
  2. Get onto Trans-Canada Hwy/AB-1 W:

– If you’re starting from the central area of Canmore, head east on Bow Valley Trail/AB-1A E towards 8th St.

– Use the left 2 lanes to turn left onto the Trans-Canada Hwy/AB-1 W ramp to Banff.

  1. Merge with Trans-Canada Hwy/AB-1 W.
  2. Continue on Trans-Canada Hwy/AB-1 W for approximately 25-30 km.
  3. Take the Banff/Lake Minnewanka exit off of Trans-Canada Hwy.
  4. Merge onto Banff Ave.
  5. Continue into the town of Banff. Banff Ave is the main street in town, so you can follow this straight into the heart of Banff.

 

Banff is only about a 20-30 minute drive from Canmore, but it’s always a good idea to check current road conditions, especially during winter months, and ensure you have the most up-to-date directions before starting your journey. Safe travels!

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We booked A Bear and Bison Inn without having been there before and we weren’t able to visit ahead of time. Everything went so smoothly and we couldn’t have hoped for a better day! Communication was easy and they were very responsive. The list of recommended vendors they provided was super helpful and we ended up using photographers, bakery, and hair and make up artist they recommended and were very happy with all of the services. We loved that we could rent the entire venue for our friends and family, it made the weekend so special. From arrival to check out the service was exceptional. We appreciated all of the staff so much- they were friendly, helpful, checked in regularly and made sure that everything was on track. The food was amazing and our guests kept saying it was the best wedding food they’d ever had. I highly recommend A Bear and Bison, we had an excellent experience!
Katie August 30, 2025

Amazing venue, stress free planning

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