Option 1: Take the Highway 2
- Head east on Yellowhead Trail for approximately 19 minutes (9.1 km)
- Turn right onto AB-21 S and continue for approximately 102 minutes (170 km)
Option 2: Take the Cowboy Trail
- This scenic route starts in Edmonton and takes you through several small towns and hamlets along the way. The drive is longer, but it offers a more leisurely and picturesque drive.
- Head south on 97 St NW and continue for 2.6 km
- Turn right onto Riverbend Rd NW and continue for 5.5 km
- Turn left onto AB-623 W and continue for 21.5 km
- Turn right onto AB-21 S and continue for approximately 122 minutes (188 km)
No matter which route you choose, the drive from Edmonton to Drumheller takes about 2-2.5 hours, depending on traffic and road conditions.