Location

Banff townsite is 120 km (75 mi.) west of Calgary city limits and 16 km (10 mi.) west of Banff Park gate.
To reach Banff follow the, all-weather, four lane Trans-Canada Highway 1 from Calgary to Banff. Driving time is under 90 minutes. Lake Louise is 58 km (35 mi.) west of Banff.

Maps: map of Calgary,     driving from Calgary to Banff,
          Banff town map,     Banff Centre campus map

Climate

The weather in the Canadian Rockies is variable due to the high elevation and rugged topography. Cool, crisp air and warm days are typical of autumn in the Canadian Rockies. Warming Chinook winds can bring spring-like conditions in winter, while spring offers both skiing and golfing opportunities. The summer climate is pleasant with low humidity, warm temperatures and daylight hours stretching until 11:00 p.m.

Ground Transportation

Shuttle Service Between Calgary Airport and Banff. Please make you own arrangements for shuttle service. If you contact info@banffairporter.com ('phone toll free 1-888-449-2901 or fax 403-762-1677), please quote the Conference Group Name to receive a 15% discount. The website is www.banffairporter.com