Whitehorse to Fort McMurray

Updated: March 14, 2024 04:51 AM

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Whitehorse to Fort McMurray

Distance: 1,350 km

How to Reach:

• By Air: There are no direct flights from Whitehorse to Fort McMurray. You can fly from Whitehorse to Vancouver or Calgary and then connect to a flight to Fort McMurray.
• By Car: The drive from Whitehorse to Fort McMurray takes about 18 hours. The route is via the Alaska Highway and the Yellowhead Highway.

Expenses:

• Flights: Round-trip flights from Whitehorse to Vancouver or Calgary start at around $300. Connecting flights to Fort McMurray start at around $150.
• Car Rental: A car rental for a week starts at around $250.
• Gas: Gas prices in Canada vary by location, but you can expect to pay around $1.20 per liter.

Best Time to Go:

The best time to visit Fort McMurray is during the summer months (June-August), when the weather is warm and sunny. However, it is important to note that Fort McMurray is located in a northern climate, and temperatures can drop below freezing at night even in the summer months.

What to Eat:

Fort McMurray has a variety of restaurants to choose from, including many that serve local cuisine. Some popular dishes include:

• Bannock: A type of flatbread made with flour, water, and baking powder.
• Moose Stew: A hearty stew made with moose meat, vegetables, and spices.
• Fish & Chips: A classic dish made with fried fish and french fries.

Where to Go:

There are many things to see and do in Fort McMurray, including:

• Fort McMurray Wood Buffalo National Park: A vast national park that is home to a variety of wildlife, including bison, elk, and moose. The park also has a number of hiking trails and scenic viewpoints.
• Touch the Earth Gallery: An art gallery that features works by local and Indigenous artists.
• Suncor Energy Centre: A museum that tells the story of the oil sands industry in Fort McMurray.

FA

• Is it possible to drive from Whitehorse to Fort McMurray in one day? It is possible to drive from Whitehorse to Fort McMurray in one day, but it is a long drive (about 18 hours). It is best to break up the drive into two or three days.
• Are there any border crossings between Whitehorse and Fort McMurray? No, there are no border crossings between Whitehorse and Fort McMurray. Both cities are located in Canada.
• What is the currency of Fort McMurray? The currency of Fort McMurray is the Canadian dollar.

*Distance calculation may be aerial distance.

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