Mountain fun is closer than you think
Norquay is just 7 minutes from Banff, the closest ski resort to both Banff and Canmore, and only one hour from Calgary. Less driving means more mountain time.
The Best Ways to Get to Norquay:
Calgary to Norquay
Norquay is Calgary’s closest Banff ski resort—112 km (69 miles) from the city limits.
- Drive west on Highway 1 (Trans-Canada)
- Take the second Banff exit
- Turn right onto Mt. Norquay Road
You’ll be skiing, riding, or climbing within the hour.
Banff/Canmore to Norquay
Banff
Just 6km (3.7 miles) from downtown Banff, via Mt Norquay Access Road.
Canmore
Just 25km (40 miles) west via Trans-Canada Highway #1.
Parking in Banff & at Norquay
Parking at Banff Train Station
The Banff Train Station Public Parking Lot is strongly recommended.
- 500 stalls
- 8-minute walk to downtown Banff
- Easy connections to Roam Public Transit, including Canmore and Lake Louise
- Free 9-hour parking
- Best parking location for the Banff sign
Bike Banff
Renting a bike or taking a bike tour Bike Banff? Enjoy our FREE VIP PARKING directly in front of the Banff Train Station all day.
Free Parking at Norquay
Prefer the scenic drive? We’ve got ample free parking at the base area. You’ll always find a spot and be on the sightseeing chairlift, relaxing at the Cliffhouse Bistro or above the clouds on our Via Ferrata in no time.
Park & Ride
Leave your car at the Banff Train Station and take our free shuttle to Norquay.
- Runs hourly
- 7-minute ride
You can also park at Norquay and shuttle back to Banff, just keep an eye on the last return shuttle.
Parking FAQs
FREE 9-hour parking is available at the Banff Train Station public parking lot.
Don’t waste time driving around and around.
The Banff Now page from Parks Canada has real-time parking information and availability as well as up-to-date traffic information.
And BanffParking.ca is a mobile site that also has live updates on parking availability at the major lots.
Pay parking is 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. every day, year-round. Free parking for remaining hours. It costs $6/hour in summer (May 1 – Oct. 31); $5/hour in winter in the downtown core.
