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

The cheapest way to get from Banff to Edmonton is to drive which costs $80 - $120 and takes 4h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Banff to Edmonton is to bus and fly which takes 4h 7m and costs $170 - $490.

Is there a direct bus between Banff and Edmonton?

No, there is no direct bus from Banff to Edmonton. However, there are services departing from HI Banff Alpine Centre and arriving at Edmonton, AB -10235 101 St NW via Calgary Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Banff 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 to Edmonton?

The distance between Banff and Edmonton is 437 km. The road distance is 407.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Banff to Edmonton without a car is to bus which takes 5h 35m and costs $126 - $127.

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

It takes approximately 5h 35m to get from Banff to Edmonton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Banff to Edmonton bus from?

Banff to Edmonton bus services, operated by Banff Explorer, depart from HI Banff Alpine Centre station.

Where do I catch the Banff to Edmonton train from?

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

Train or bus from Banff to Edmonton?

The best way to get from Banff to Edmonton is to bus which takes 5h 35m and costs $126 - $127. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $6,500 - $12,000 and takes 9 days 0h.

Where does the Banff to Edmonton bus arrive?

Banff to Edmonton bus services, operated by Banff Explorer, arrive at Calgary Airport station.

Where does the Banff to Edmonton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Banff to Edmonton?

Yes, the driving distance between Banff to Edmonton is 408 km. It takes approximately 4h 35m to drive from Banff to Edmonton.

Where can I stay near Edmonton?

There are 630+ hotels available in Edmonton.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Banff to Edmonton by bus, train, 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
best
1. Take the bus from HI Banff Alpine Centre to Calgary Airportbus Calgary
2. Take the bus from Calgary Airport to Edmonton, AB -10235 101 St NWbus Calgary to Edmonton
5h 35m
$126–127
Drive 407.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Banff to Edmontoncar 407.8 km
4h 35m
$81–117
Train
1. Take the train from Banff to Edmontontrain Passage to the Peaks Discovery / ...
9d
$6,500–12,000
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 7m
$177–487

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

83Weekly Planes

1h 3mAverage Duration

$44Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Banff to Edmonton.

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Distance: 436.6 km
Duration: 5h 35m

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

You can take a bus from HI Banff Alpine Centre to Edmonton, AB -10235 101 St NW via Calgary Airport in around 5h 35m. 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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