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

The cheapest way to get from Banff to Alberta is to drive which costs $24 - $35 and takes 1h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Banff to Alberta is to drive which takes 1h 26m and costs $24 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Banff and Alberta?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Banff, AB - Red Carpet Inn and arriving at Calgary, AB - The Westin Calgary. Services depart hourly. The journey takes approximately 2h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Banff and Alberta?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Banff and arriving at Calgary. Services depart every 10 minutes. The journey takes approximately 2 days 1h.

How far is it from Banff to Alberta?

The distance between Banff and Alberta is 132 km. The road distance is 124 km.

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

The best way to get from Banff to Alberta without a car is to bus via Crowfoot LRT Station which takes 2h 11m and costs $105 - $120.

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

It takes approximately 2h 11m to get from Banff to Alberta, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Banff to Alberta bus from?

Banff to Alberta bus services, operated by The Canada Bus, depart from Banff, AB - Red Carpet Inn station.

Where do I catch the Banff to Alberta train from?

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

Train or bus from Banff to Alberta?

The best way to get from Banff to Alberta is to bus via Crowfoot LRT Station which takes 2h 11m and costs $105 - $120. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $6,000 - $10,000 and takes 2 days 1h.

Where does the Banff to Alberta bus arrive?

Banff to Alberta bus services, operated by The Canada Bus, arrive at Calgary, AB - The Westin Calgary station.

Where does the Banff to Alberta train arrive?

Banff to Alberta train services, operated by Rocky Mountaineer, arrive at Calgary station.

Can I drive from Banff to Alberta?

Yes, the driving distance between Banff to Alberta is 124 km. It takes approximately 1h 26m to drive from Banff to Alberta.

Where can I stay near Alberta?

There are 823+ hotels available in Alberta.

Banff to Alberta - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 3 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Banff to Alberta by bus, train, or car

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 Crowfoot LRT Station
best
1. Take the bus from Banff - Behind Mount Royal Hotel to Crowfoot LRT StationCalgary
2h 11m
$105–120
Drive 124 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Banff to Calgary124 km
1h 26m
$25–35
Train
1. Take the train from Banff to CalgaryRainforest to Gold Rush Grand Adventure / ...
2d 1h
$6,000–10,000
Line 3 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Banff High School Transit Hub to Bow Valley Trail3
2. Take the bus from Canmore, AB to Calgary, AB - Westbrook MallVancouver
2h 39m
$49–70
Bus
1. Take the bus from Banff, AB - Red Carpet Inn to Calgary, AB - The Westin CalgaryCalgary to Banff
2h 58m
$34–35

Banff to Alberta by bus, foot, and tram

12Weekly Services

2h 39mAverage Duration

$49Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Banff to Alberta.

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Distance: 132.1 km
Duration: 2h 11m

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

Vivo Green Travel operates a bus from Banff - Behind Mount Royal Hotel to Crowfoot LRT Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost $109–117 and the journey takes 1h 45m. Alternatively, Rocky Mountaineer operates a train from Banff to Calgary on demand. Tickets cost $6,000–10,000 and the journey takes 2d 1h.

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