One-Way Car Rental: Calgary to Edmonton

Compare one-way and round-trip car rental rates from Calgary to Edmonton, then choose the offer that best fits your trip.

186 mi
300 km
3h 37m
typical drive time
Highway 2 (Queen Elizabeth II Highway)
main route

What's along the way from Calgary to Edmonton

Real stops on the Highway 2 (Queen Elizabeth II Highway) route, roughly in the order you'll reach them.

Red Deer, AB ~150 km from Calgary

Almost exactly the halfway point between Calgary and Edmonton, and the main rest stop on this drive.

Calgary to Edmonton FAQs

How far is it from Calgary to Edmonton by car?
It's about 186 miles (300 km) from Calgary to Edmonton, mostly via Highway 2 (Queen Elizabeth II Highway), with a drive time of roughly 3h 37m in normal traffic.
Is it cheaper to rent a car one-way from Calgary to Edmonton?
One-way rentals sometimes carry a drop fee that varies by supplier and season. Search above to compare one-way rates from real suppliers before booking a round-trip rental instead.