What is the cheapest way to get from Banff, AB to Edmonton?

The cheapest way to get from Banff, AB to Edmonton is to bus which costs $45 - $85 and takes 6h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Banff, AB to Edmonton?

The fastest way to get from Banff, AB to Edmonton is to drive which takes 4h 33m and costs $75 - $120.

Is there a direct bus between Banff, AB and Edmonton?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Banff and arriving at Edmonton. Services depart six times a week, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 6h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Banff, AB and Edmonton?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Banff and arriving at Edmonton. Services depart every 30 minutes. The journey takes approximately 9 days 0h.

How far is it from Banff, AB to Edmonton?

The distance between Banff, AB and Edmonton is 421 km. The road distance is 407 km.

How do I travel from Banff, AB to Edmonton without a car?

The best way to get from Banff, AB to Edmonton without a car is to bus which takes 5h 58m and costs $95 - $130.

How long does it take to get from Banff, AB to Edmonton?

It takes approximately 5h 58m to get from Banff, AB to Edmonton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Banff, AB to Edmonton bus from?

Banff, AB to Edmonton bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Banff station.

Where do I catch the Banff, AB to Edmonton train from?

Banff, AB to Edmonton train services, operated by Rocky Mountaineer, depart from Banff station.

Train or bus from Banff, AB to Edmonton?

The best way to get from Banff, AB to Edmonton is to bus which takes 5h 58m and costs $95 - $130. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $6,500 - $12,000 and takes 9 days 0h.

Where does the Banff, AB to Edmonton bus arrive?

Banff, AB to Edmonton bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Edmonton station.

Where does the Banff, AB to Edmonton train arrive?

Banff, AB to Edmonton train services, operated by Rocky Mountaineer, arrive at Edmonton station.

Can I drive from Banff, AB to Edmonton?

Yes, the driving distance between Banff, AB to Edmonton is 407 km. It takes approximately 4h 33m to drive from Banff, AB to Edmonton.

How do I get a bus ticket from Banff, AB to Edmonton?

Book your Banff, AB to Edmonton bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Edmonton?

There are 699+ hotels available in Edmonton.

Banff, AB to Edmonton - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Banff, AB to Edmonton by bus, train, car, plane, or bus (Flixbus)

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from HI Banff Alpine Centre to Calgary Airportbus Calgary
2. Take the bus from Calgary - Airport YYC to Edmonton Downtown Ticket Office - 10014 104 Stbus Calgary
5h 58m
$99–124
Bus #2 (Flixbus)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Banff to Edmontonbus FlixBus 2725
6h 35m
$45–85
Train
1. Take the train from Banff to Edmontontrain Passage to the Peaks Discovery / ...
9d
$6,500–12,000
Drive 407 km
1. Drive from Banff, AB to Edmontoncar 407 km
4h 33m
$80–115
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from HI Banff Alpine Centre to Calgary Airportbus
2. Fly from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Edmonton International Airport (YEG)plane YYC - YEG
4h 42m
$177–667
Bus via Edmonton Millwoods - 2633 66 St NW
1. Take the bus from HI Banff Alpine Centre to Calgary Airportbus Calgary
2. Take the bus from Calgary Airport to Edmonton Millwoods - 2633 66 St NWbus Calgary to Edmonton
6h 10m
$108–128

Banff, AB to Edmonton by bus (Flixbus)

6Weekly Buses

6h 35mAverage Duration

$45Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Banff, AB to Edmonton.

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Distance: 421.2 km
Duration: 5h 58m

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

You can take a vehicle from Banff, AB to Edmonton Downtown Ticket Office - 10014 104 St via HI Banff Alpine Centre and Calgary - Airport YYC in around 5h 58m. Alternatively, Rocky Mountaineer operates a train from Banff to Edmonton on demand. Tickets cost $6,500–12,000 and the journey takes 9d.

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