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Getting Around
Public transportation is the best way to get around the city, especially during the Calgary Stampede, when roads are jammed. There are two components to the system: the light rail transit (LRT or C-Train) and buses. A single ticket for either the bus or LRT is available at train station concessions or ticket machines. Tickets include unlimited transfers within 90 minutes. Multiticket books are available.
The LRT follows two main routes. One runs from Brentwood in the northwest to Fish Creek in the south. The second line connects Whitehorn, in the northeast, to downtown. Both lines run through the downtown corridor. You can ride for free along the corridor from Olympic Plaza to Eighth Street S.W. The LRT operates Monday-Friday 5:30 am-12:40 am, Saturday 5:45 am-12:40 am, Sunday 6:30 am-midnight. Phone 403-262-1000 for information.
Calgary's bus system is extensive. You can get just about anywhere in the city with one fare, but service outside rush hours or to outlying suburbs can be infrequent, even non-existent on holidays. The bus system also connects various points along the LRT with other areas. To ride the bus you must deposit exact change (Canadian currency only) or have a valid ticket or transfer. Schedules vary depending on the route, frequency is highest 7-9 am and 4-6 pm. Fares are standard regardless of where you are or where you're going. Phone 403-974-4000 for schedules.
Taxi
You will find cabs waiting at the airport and at the main hotels downtown, but generally you have to order a cab by phone.
Train
There is no direct passenger train service to Calgary. VIA Rail will get you as close as Edmonton, where connecting bus service can take you to Calgary. Rocky Mountaineer Railtours offers two-day, daylight tours between Vancouver and Banff/Calgary or Jasper
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