What is the cheapest way to get from Athabasca to Banff?

The cheapest way to get from Athabasca to Banff is to drive which costs $100 - $160 and takes 6h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Athabasca to Banff?

The fastest way to get from Athabasca to Banff is to drive which takes 6h 16m and costs $100 - $160.

Is there a direct bus between Athabasca and Banff?

No, there is no direct bus from Athabasca to Banff. However, there are services departing from Athabasca - 50 Ave and arriving at HI Banff Alpine Centre via Edmonton - Cold Shot Terminal 154 St NW, Red Deer, AB - Tim Hortons and Calgary Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 15m.

How far is it from Athabasca to Banff?

The distance between Athabasca and Banff is 578 km. The road distance is 547.6 km.

How do I travel from Athabasca to Banff without a car?

The best way to get from Athabasca to Banff without a car is to bus via Red Deer which takes 9h 15m and costs $200 - $240.

How long does it take to get from Athabasca to Banff?

It takes approximately 9h 15m to get from Athabasca to Banff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athabasca to Banff bus from?

Athabasca to Banff bus services, operated by Cold Shot, depart from Athabasca - 50 Ave station.

Where does the Athabasca to Banff bus arrive?

Athabasca to Banff bus services, operated by Cold Shot, arrive at Edmonton - Cold Shot Terminal 154 St NW station.

Can I drive from Athabasca to Banff?

Yes, the driving distance between Athabasca to Banff is 548 km. It takes approximately 6h 16m to drive from Athabasca to Banff.

Where can I stay near Banff?

There are 515+ hotels available in Banff.

Athabasca to Banff - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Athabasca to Banff by bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus via Red Deer
best
1. Take the bus from Athabasca - 50 Ave to Edmonton - Cold Shot Terminal 154 St NW
2. Take the bus from Edmonton - Cold Shot Terminal 154 St NW to Red Deer - 67 St
3. Take the bus from Red Deer, AB - Tim Hortons to Calgary Airport
4. Take the bus from Calgary Airport to HI Banff Alpine Centre
9h 15m
$200–234
Drive 547.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Athabasca to Banff547.6 km
6h 16m
$107–155
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Athabasca - 50 Ave to Edmonton - Cold Shot Terminal 154 St NW
2. Take the bus from Edmonton - Cold Shot Terminal 154 St NW to Edmonton Intl Airport
3. Fly from Edmonton International Airport (YEG) to Calgary International Airport (YYC)YEG - YYC
4. Take the bus from Calgary Airport to HI Banff Alpine Centre
7h 55m
$259–557
Bus
1. Take the bus from Athabasca - 50 Ave to Edmonton - Cold Shot Terminal 154 St NW
2. Take the bus from Edmonton, AB - Kingsway Royal Alex to Calgary Airport
3. Take the bus from Calgary Airport to HI Banff Alpine Centre
9h 26m
$187–202

Edmonton International Airport (YEG) to Calgary International Airport (YYC) flights

86Weekly Planes

1h 3mAverage Duration

$43Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Athabasca to Banff.

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Distance: 578.4 km
Duration: 9h 15m

What companies run services between Athabasca, AB, Canada and Banff, AB, Canada?

You can take a bus from Athabasca - 50 Ave to HI Banff Alpine Centre via Edmonton - Cold Shot Terminal 154 St NW, Red Deer - 67 St, Red Deer, AB - Tim Hortons, and Calgary Airport in around 9h 15m.

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