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Getting Here Creston

Directions, distances, and travel tips

By Air

The closest major airport is Cranbrook/Canadian Rockies International Airport (YXC), about 90 minutes east. Calgary International Airport (YYC) is 3.5 hours away.

Cranbrook/Canadian Rockies International (YXC)

By Car

Creston is at the junction of Highways 3 and 21, making it easily accessible from both BC and Alberta.

Nelson
1.5 hrs
105 km
Cranbrook
1.5 hrs
105 km
Calgary
4 hrs
390 km
Vancouver
7 hrs
620 km

Travel Tips

  • Creston Valley is in a rain shadow — milder and sunnier than much of the Kootenays
  • The Crowsnest Pass (Hwy 3) to Alberta is a beautiful drive in any season
  • Watch for wildlife on Highway 3 — deer and bears are common