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

The cheapest way to get from Banff to Calgary, AB is to drive which costs $24 - $35 and takes 1h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Banff to Calgary, AB is to drive which takes 1h 25m and costs $24 - $35.

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

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 Calgary, AB?

The distance between Banff and Calgary, AB is 125 km. The road distance is 123.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Banff to Calgary, AB without a car is to bus which takes 1h 41m and costs $50 - $65.

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

It takes approximately 1h 41m to get from Banff to Calgary, AB, including transfers.

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

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

Train or bus from Banff to Calgary, AB?

The best way to get from Banff to Calgary, AB is to bus which takes 1h 41m and costs $50 - $65. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $6,000 - $10,000 and takes 2 days 2h.

What is the time difference between Banff and Calgary, AB?

Calgary, AB is 1h ahead of Banff. It is currently 10:05 AM in Banff and 11:05 AM in Calgary, AB.

Where does the Banff to Calgary, AB train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Banff to Calgary, AB?

Yes, the driving distance between Banff to Calgary, AB is 124 km. It takes approximately 1h 25m to drive from Banff to Calgary, AB.

Where can I stay near Calgary, AB?

There are 858+ hotels available in Calgary, AB.

Banff to Calgary, AB - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Banff to Calgary, AB 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
best
1. Take the bus from Banff, AB to Calgary, AB - Westbrook MallVancouver
1h 41m
$50–65
Drive 123.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Banff to Calgary, AB123.9 km
1h 25m
$25–36
Train
1. Take the train from Banff to CalgaryRainforest to Gold Rush Grand Adventure / ...
2d 2h
$6,000–10,000
Bus via WB City Hall/Bow Valley College(TD Free Fare Zone)
1. Take the bus from Banff, AB - Mount Royal Hotel to Calgary, AB - 210 4 Ave SECalgary to Banff / ...
3h 21m
$35–36

Banff to Calgary, AB by bus, foot, and tram

12Weekly Services

1h 41mAverage Duration

$50Cheapest Price

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

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Distance: 125.4 km
Duration: 1h 41m

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

Rider Express operates a bus from Banff, AB to Calgary, AB - Westbrook Mall twice daily. Tickets cost $50–65 and the journey takes 1h 25m. 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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