Towing Calgary
24-hour towing and roadside assistance
Need a tow truck in Calgary? Call (587) 330-2417 with your location, vehicle and destination. If you have a flat tire, a dead battery or keys locked inside, ask whether roadside assistance can get you moving where you are.
What to tell dispatch
An intersection is often easier to find than a street address. On Deerfoot Trail or Stoney Trail, give your direction of travel and the nearest exit. Then describe the vehicle and where it needs to go.
Your pickup point
Give the street, intersection or highway exit. If you are in a parkade, mention the level, clearance and entrance.
Your vehicle
Share the make and model. Mention an electric or all-wheel-drive vehicle, wheel damage or a transmission that will not shift.
Your destination
For a tow, give the repair shop, driveway or other drop-off address. For roadside help, describe the problem first.
Calgary and surrounding communities
Call for pickup in Calgary, Airdrie, Cochrane, Okotoks, Chestermere or Strathmore. Dispatch can check truck availability and give an arrival estimate for your location.
Roadside assistance in Calgary
Battery boost
If the car will not start and you suspect the battery, ask for a battery boost. Tell dispatch if a jump-start has already been tried.
Flat tire
Have a usable spare? Ask for a roadside tire change. Mention a missing spare or a damaged wheel when you call.
Locked out
If your keys are locked inside, give the make, model and location when you request vehicle unlocking.
Out of fuel
Tell dispatch the fuel type and your exact location when requesting roadside fuel delivery.
Calgary towing services
24-hour towing
For a vehicle that needs transport during the day or overnight, see 24-hour towing and ask dispatch for the current pickup time.
Flatbed towing
If your vehicle has low clearance, all-wheel drive or damaged wheels, mention it when asking about flatbed towing.
Long-distance towing
For a trip beyond Calgary, have both addresses ready when you ask for a long-distance towing estimate.
Breakdown towing
If your car still will not run after a boost, tell dispatch what happened and ask about towing to a repair shop.
Heavy-duty towing
For an RV, bus or commercial vehicle, share the vehicle type, approximate size and access conditions when asking about heavy-duty towing.
Wheel or tire damage
If the wheel is damaged or there is no usable spare, check the towing options and tell dispatch whether the vehicle can roll.
Estimate your towing cost
Choose a towing or roadside service in the calculator. For a tow, it asks for distance in miles. If you need a quote for a specific pickup, call with both addresses and mention difficult access or damaged wheels.
Roadside help or a tow?
A dead battery, lockout or flat tire may be resolved where the vehicle is parked. See the roadside assistance options if you need help on site.
If the car cannot be driven or needs to reach a repair shop, ask for a tow. After a collision, describe the damage and whether the wheels can turn. See accident towing for recovery details.
Towing guides
Read more guides for Calgary drivers.
Common towing questions
These details can help you plan a pickup, compare options and ask for an estimate.
What details do I need for pickup?
Have your location, a callback number and the vehicle make and model ready. For towing, include the drop-off address. Mention low clearance, a locked wheel or any other access issue.
How can I get an arrival estimate?
Call with your location. Dispatch can check truck availability and provide an estimate based on the pickup point, traffic and weather.
Will my vehicle need a flatbed?
Tell dispatch the make, model, drivetrain and condition of the wheels. Low clearance, electric or all-wheel-drive systems and collision damage can affect the equipment needed. Check your owner’s manual for towing instructions.
Can I get help in a parkade?
Give the posted clearance, level and entrance. Describe where the vehicle is parked so dispatch can confirm whether suitable equipment can reach it.
How much does towing cost in Calgary?
The pickup point, destination, vehicle and access conditions affect the quote. Use the towing cost estimator for a starting point, then call to confirm pricing for your trip.
Can I book roadside help without a tow?
Ask for a boost, tire change, unlocking or fuel delivery if you need help where the vehicle is parked. If it still cannot be driven, discuss a tow to the destination you choose.
Can I have my vehicle taken to my mechanic?
Give dispatch the shop name and address. If the shop will be closed, confirm its after-hours drop-off and key instructions before arranging the tow.
What if my pickup is outside Calgary?
Give dispatch the pickup community and destination, even if you are unsure of the distance. Confirm availability and an estimate before arranging the trip.