Introduction
You can’t call yourself a real Canadian until you’ve driven from coast to coast. Sure, it’s a long drive, and gas prices are higher up here than they are down south. But as with any worthwhile adventure, the journey is as important as the destination—and I promise that you’ll have plenty of time for rest stops along the way!
A Canadian road trip is a rite of passage for most Canadians.
. It’s a great way to see the country, and you can do it in a day or take a week. There are lots of places along the way where you can stay overnight, so you don’t have to drive all night if you don’t want to.
It’s easy to do this trip in the wintertime, too.
In the winter, you can expect more snow and colder temperatures. Some places are only accessible during this time of year, so be sure to check road conditions before heading out. Snow tires are required by law in some provinces (including Alberta), but studded tires are not allowed on any highways or roads throughout Canada–even if they’re legal in your home state!
Transportation options are plentiful, though we recommend bringing your car.
When it comes to transportation, there are plenty of options. You can take a train, bus or plane from Vancouver all the way up to Prince Rupert (or vice versa). If you have time and money on your side and don’t mind being cooped up with other people for long periods of time, this is an option that works well for many people.
If renting a car isn’t your thing–and let’s be honest: who actually likes driving?–there are some companies that specialize in providing vehicles by location rather than by type. They’re great if you want something specific but don’t want to spend an arm and leg getting it yourself; they’ll even help arrange insurance coverage so that everything goes smoothly once you hit the road!
There are lots of places to stay along the way.
If you’re looking for a place to sleep, there are options. The most common are hotels and AirBNBs, but there are also campgrounds (such as KOA), cabins (like ones at Jasper National Park), RV parks and hostels. If you’re traveling with children or pets, consider bringing along a camper van or trailer–they can be rented in many cities across Canada!
You can even drive from coast to coast without stopping if you want!
If you’re looking for an experience that combines the best of both worlds–the freedom of exploring Canada’s vast wilderness and natural beauty, but with the comfort of being able to take breaks along the way–then this is it. It’s also great because there are plenty of places where you can stop along your journey if need be (like when nature calls).
Driving across Canada is a fantastic way to see new sights and meet new people!
You can drive across Canada in a week, or you can drive across Canada in your lifetime. The choice is yours!
For example: if I were to drive from coast to coast (and back again), it would take me approximately three days and two hours. That’s not bad at all! And if we assume that most people are on vacation for two weeks out of every year (which is reasonable), then my trip will take about ten percent of my time spent on vacation; that seems like less than what most people spend watching TV or playing video games!
Conclusion
Whether you want to take the plunge and drive across Canada, or just take a short road trip from coast to coast, there are plenty of ways for you to make this happen. It doesn’t matter if you’re traveling by yourself or with friends–the important thing is that you go out there and enjoy yourself!
