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Driving in Calgary: What to expect on the road

Documents you'll need
You’ll need your driving licence, passport and a credit card to rent a car in Calgary.
Most visitors can use their regular licence. You may need an International Driving Permit (IDP) if your licence isn’t in English. Rental companies also ask for matching ID and a credit card for the deposit.
Navigating city driving
Calgary has wide roads and clear signs across the city.
Driving is straightforward, with well-marked routes linking downtown, suburbs and the airport. Traffic can slow at peak times, but navigation apps help you avoid delays and guide you onto major roads like Deerfoot Trail.
Tolls, emissions zones and charges
There are no toll roads in Calgary.
Everyday driving is free, and the city has no emissions zones. Highways leading towards the Rockies and nearby towns are toll-free, so you won’t encounter extra charges on normal routes.
Parking your car in Calgary
Parking is widely available across Calgary.
Downtown has paid street spaces and car parks, while shopping areas often offer free parking. During events, central car parks fill quickly, so using a car park can be easier than searching for street spaces.
Finding fuel or charging points
Fuel is easy to find, and EV charging stations in Calgary are increasing.
Petrol stations sit on major routes and retail areas. Charging points are expanding across the city, including in suburbs. Apps like PlugShare help you check which chargers are available before you travel.
Local driving style and tips
Drivers are steady, but winter weather needs extra care.
Snow and ice can affect visibility and stopping distances. Keep a safe gap, brake gently and slow down on icy roads. Highway merges can be quick, so stay aware of faster traffic.
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The most popular car rental companies in Calgary

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Hiring a car in Calgary: Fast facts

Here's everything you need to know to hit the road happy.
Most popular car hire companyRoutes Car Rental
Most popular carIntermediate/Standard, SUV
Average daily price£38
Best time to book1 week before

How to book the best car rental deals in Calgary

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Book now, cancel later

We clearly highlight car and van hire options in Calgary that have free cancellation. So you can bag the best deal with total flexibility to change your plans if you need to.

Rent a car in Calgary for a whole month

Want to hire a car for almost a month? Often, car rental companies in Calgary avoid costly admin in between pick-ups by hiring out cars for longer periods. So see if monthly car hire is cheaper than the three weeks you need it for by selecting 30 days.

Compare fuel policies

To save money on topping up the tank as you take off in Calgary, look out for deals with a 'full to full' fuel policy, as opposed to a 'half-full to full' one.

Skip the queues

We call out keyless pick-up when you search for cars with us. No keys to pick up, means no queues. Just turn up at your preferred Calgary car hire location, hop in and hit the road.

Frequently asked questions

On average, hiring a car in Calgary will set you back around £38 per day or £93 per week. 
The cheapest car to rent in Calgary is an intermediate SUV. The most popular is Intermediate/Standard, SUV.
The cheapest car hire companies in Calgary are currently Hertz and Routes Car Rental.
Bagging the best car hire deal depends on when you book  – often, it pays to book your wheels as far in advance as possible. But according to our data, the cheapest month to rent a car in Calgary is currently April.
On average, around £93. But the best price we found for car hire for a week in Calgary is £76.
Based on everything we know about daily prices, the average cost to hire a car in Calgary for a whole month is £952. 

But sometimes, you'll get a discount for booking a whole month instead of 3 and a half weeks. So play with your dates to find the best deals!
If you're looking for freedom to explore Calgary, choose a car with unlimited mileage, or look for car hire deals with a ’full to full' fuel policy as opposed to a 'half-full to full' one.

We also clearly highlight car and van hire options in Calgary that have free cancellation
Yes – you can easily find car hire companies that allow you to pick up your car in one place, and then drop it off in another. Just select ‘Return car to a different location’ when you search with us.
Public transport can only get you so far, and could be tricky to navigate with children or luggage. With your own set of wheels, you can go wherever you want, whenever you want, for as long as you want. And you'll be able to discover more outside of Calgary.
Most places – Calgary included – allow under 25s to rent a car as long as they provide a valid driver's license and the correct documentation. It may cost slightly more due to a higher insurance excess for young drivers. 
The cheapest price we found for an economy car is £17 per day. The average price per day is around £38.
Of course. Most major car hire companies like Routes Car Rental, Turo and Hertz offer baby and child seats as an add-on when you book.
Other travellers rated Routes Car Rental as the best overall in terms of experience.
We search the internet for all kinds of vehicle hire deals, including vans. But at the moment, we can't find any van hire in Calgary.