Roadtrips
Things To Do On A Montreal to Calgary Roadtrip
Dreaming of crossing Canada without breaking the bank? You can drive from Montreal to Calgary in an RV for as little as $1 per day with Imoova. Imoova connects travelers with relocation RVs — vehicles that rental companies need moved. For around $1/day, you get a fully-equipped RV, and some relocations include a gas reimbursement. It’s perfect if: You're flexible with your timing. You love travel, nature, and a bit of adventure. You don’t mind simple camping and planning on the go. Now let’s hit the road - here’s a scenic 2-week route that shows off some of the best of Canada between Quebec and Alberta.
Day 1–2: Montreal → Ottawa (2 hrs)
Stroll Parliament Hill.
Visit ByWard Market for food and local vendors.
Camp at Wesley Clover Parks or outside the city for cheaper rates.
Budget tip: Museums are often free on Thursday evenings!
Day 3: Ottawa → Algonquin Park (3.5 hrs)
Hike the Lookout Trail for a jaw-dropping view.
Canoe or swim in one of the many lakes.
Rustic campsites available — book in advance if possible.
Day 4–5: Algonquin → Sudbury → Manitoulin Island (6 hrs total)
Quick stop in Sudbury to see the Big Nickel.
Cross over to Manitoulin Island, the world’s largest freshwater island.
Chill by the lake, hike the Cup and Saucer Trail.
Camping: Great options on the island, some with lakefront spots.
Day 6: Manitoulin → Sault Ste. Marie (4.5 hrs)
Visit the locks, waterfront boardwalk, or the Bushplane Museum.
Catch the sunset over Lake Superior.
Day 7–8: Sault Ste. Marie → Lake Superior Provincial Park → Thunder Bay (Total: 9 hrs driving)
Break this up! Stop overnight in Lake Superior Provincial Park.
Hike Agawa Rock Pictographs or Old Woman Bay.
Day 8: Continue to Thunder Bay.
See Kakabeka Falls — "Niagara of the North".
Chill at Sleeping Giant Provincial Park.
Day 9–10: Thunder Bay → Kenora → Winnipeg (8 hrs total)
Camp near Lake of the Woods (Kenora).
Then hit Winnipeg:
Visit The Forks and Canadian Museum for Human Rights.
Try local eats like perogies or bannock burgers.
Day 11–12: Winnipeg → Riding Mountain National Park (3.5 hrs)
Bison spotting, swimming in Clear Lake, or forest hikes.
Quiet, underrated spot for a peaceful reset.
Day 13: Riding Mountain → Regina (5.5 hrs)
Stretch your legs at Wascana Centre.
Budget meals in the Warehouse District.
Day 14: Regina → Calgary (7.5 hrs)
Stop in Moose Jaw to see the giant moose and quirky downtown.
Roll into Calgary, drop off the RV, and celebrate your cross-country adventure.
RV Camping On A Budget
National & Provincial Parks: Usually ~$20–$35/night. Book ahead in summer.
Walmart or Real Canadian Superstore Parking Lots: Often free overnight (ask management first).
Boondocking: Use sites like iOverlander to find free or low-cost spots.
Download maps offline — signal gets spotty in remote areas.
Stock up on snacks, water & firewood when you see a town.
Watch for wildlife (especially in northern Ontario and Manitoba).
Calgary nach Montreal Kraftstoffrechner
Geschätzte Kraftstoffkosten
CA$135.90
Basierend auf dem durchschnittlichen Benzin Preis CA$1.60 pro Gallone
