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How to get there
Where to stay
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Drumheller travel guide

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Drumheller is a must-see destination in Alberta, Canada. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Drumheller deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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When to visit Drumheller

Drumheller in January
Estimated hotel price
$82
1 night at 3-star hotel
Drumheller in January
Estimated hotel price
$82
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Drumheller in July, when the average temperature is 66.2 °F, and the highest can go up to 80.6 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as -2.2 °F, with an average temperature of 6.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 2.2″. In contrast, March is usually the driest month of the year in Drumheller, with an average rainfall of 0.5″.

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How to Get to Drumheller

Plane

Although Drumheller doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Calgary Airport (YYC), which is located 61 miles from Drumheller. Calgary Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Aeromexico, China Airlines, Condor and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest flight to Drumheller from the United States departs from Denver and takes around 2h 18m.

Car

Another option to get to Drumheller is to pick up a car rental from Calgary, which is about 65 miles from Drumheller. You’ll find branches of Turo and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Calgary.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Drumheller, including Rider Express, Cold Shot and Red Arrow. From Edmonton, the bus ride to Drumheller takes 170 miles and will cost you around $58. From Fort McMurray, the ticket costs about $225 for a journey of 585 miles.

Plane

Although Drumheller doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Calgary Airport (YYC), which is located 61 miles from Drumheller. Calgary Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Aeromexico, China Airlines, Condor and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest flight to Drumheller from the United States departs from Denver and takes around 2h 18m.

Car

Another option to get to Drumheller is to pick up a car rental from Calgary, which is about 65 miles from Drumheller. You’ll find branches of Turo and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Calgary.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Drumheller, including Rider Express, Cold Shot and Red Arrow. From Edmonton, the bus ride to Drumheller takes 170 miles and will cost you around $58. From Fort McMurray, the ticket costs about $225 for a journey of 585 miles.

Airports near Drumheller

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Airlines serving Drumheller

Lufthansa
Good (7,046 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,839 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,934 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,245 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,968 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,292 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (853 reviews)
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Where to stay in Drumheller

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Drumheller and Quality Hotel.

Where to stay in popular areas of Drumheller

Most booked hotels in Drumheller

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Canalta Jurassic – Drumheller
2 stars
Excellent (8.7, 588 reviews)
$127+
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Ramada by Wyndham Drumheller Hotel & Suites
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 599 reviews)
$194+
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Quality Hotel
2 stars
Excellent (8, 1012 reviews)
$102+
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SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Drumheller
2 stars
Good (7.6, 621 reviews)
$156+
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Travelodge by Wyndham Drumheller
2 stars
Good (7.3, 827 reviews)
$83+
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Econo Lodge Inn & Suites
2 stars
Good (6.5, 489 reviews)
$85+
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Renting a car in Drumheller

Expect to pay $4.69 per gallon in Drumheller (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $56.33 and $75.10.

Expect to pay $4.69 per gallon in Drumheller (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $56.33 and $75.10.

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