Distance from Canmore, Alberta to Nelson, British Columbia
The driving distance from Canmore, Alberta to Nelson, British Columbia is 425.5 mi (684.8 km)
The straight-line (air) distance is approximately 86.8 mi (139.8 km)
Estimated travel time by road is 7 hours 31 minutes
This route includes Toll roads along the way.
We found 2 routes between Canmore and Nelson.
Available Routes
Route Directions
Get on Trans-Canada Hwy/AB-1 E
Continue on Trans-Canada Hwy/AB-1 E. Take Hwy 22, Crowsnest Hwy and BC-3 W to Nelson Nelway Hwy/BC-6 N in Salmo
Follow Nelson Nelway Hwy/BC-6 N to Ward St in Nelson
Route Directions
Get on Trans-Canada Hwy/AB-1 W
Follow Trans-Canada Hwy/AB-1 W, BC-93 S and BC-3 W to Nelson Nelway Hwy/BC-6 N in Salmo
Follow Nelson Nelway Hwy/BC-6 N to Ward St in Nelson
Journey Details
Traveling from Canmore, Alberta to Nelson, British Columbia covers 330 miles (531 km) in a southwest direction. This mixed highways and local roads, long-distance route typically takes 5 hours 58 minutes under normal conditions.
Drivers have 2 route options between these locations (330-425 miles / 531-685 km). The primary route shown here saves 1 hour and 34 minutes compared to alternatives.
The route features scenic views, toll sections. During night weekday travel, expect minimal traffic congestion with average speeds around 54 mph (87 km/h) .
Journey Waypoints
Canmore
Starting Point
Nelson
Destination
