What is the cheapest way to get from Banff to Fort Macleod?

The cheapest way to get from Banff to Fort Macleod is to bus which costs $30 - $80 and takes 5h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Banff to Fort Macleod?

The fastest way to get from Banff to Fort Macleod is to drive which takes 3h 11m and costs $55 - $85.

Is there a direct bus between Banff and Fort Macleod?

No, there is no direct bus from Banff to Fort Macleod. However, there are services departing from Banff and arriving at Fort Macleod via Calgary. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 25m.

How far is it from Banff to Fort Macleod?

The distance between Banff and Fort Macleod is 324 km. The road distance is 289.6 km.

How do I travel from Banff to Fort Macleod without a car?

The best way to get from Banff to Fort Macleod without a car is to bus via Calgary Airport (YYC) which takes 5h 4m and costs $80 - $140.

How long does it take to get from Banff to Fort Macleod?

It takes approximately 5h 4m to get from Banff to Fort Macleod, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Banff to Fort Macleod bus from?

Banff to Fort Macleod bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Banff station.

Where does the Banff to Fort Macleod bus arrive?

Banff to Fort Macleod bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Calgary station.

Can I drive from Banff to Fort Macleod?

Yes, the driving distance between Banff to Fort Macleod is 290 km. It takes approximately 3h 11m to drive from Banff to Fort Macleod.

How do I get a bus ticket from Banff to Fort Macleod?

Book your Banff to Fort Macleod bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Fort Macleod?

There are five+ hotels available in Fort Macleod.

Banff to Fort Macleod - 5 ways to travel via bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Banff to Fort Macleod by bus (Flixbus), car, or bus

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 Calgary Airport (YYC)
best
1. Take the bus from HI Banff Alpine Centre to Calgary Airportbus Calgary
2. Take the bus from Calgary to Fort Macleodbus FlixBus 2720
5h 4m
$82–139
Bus (Flixbus)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Banff to Calgarybus FlixBus 2721
2. Take the bus from Calgary to Fort Macleodbus FlixBus 2720
5h 25m
$34–76
Drive 289.6 km
1. Drive from Banff to Fort Macleodcar 289.6 km
3h 11m
$58–83
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Banff - Behind Mount Royal Hotel to Crowfoot LRT Stationbus Calgary
2. Take the bus from Calgary to Fort Macleodbus FlixBus 2720
5h 31m
$128–157
Bus #3
1. Take the bus from Banff, AB - Red Carpet Inn to Calgary, AB - Marriott Downtown Hotelbus Calgary to Banff
2. Take the bus from Calgary, AB - 11488, 24 Street SE to Fort Macleod, ABbus Calgary
7h 10m
$94–120

Banff to Fort Macleod by bus (Flixbus)

10Weekly Buses

5h 25mAverage Duration

$34Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Banff to Fort Macleod.

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Distance: 324.3 km
Duration: 5h 4m

What companies run services between Banff, AB, Canada and Fort Macleod, AB, Canada?

You can take a bus from HI Banff Alpine Centre to Fort Macleod via Calgary Airport, Calgary, AB - Marriott Downtown Hotel, EB City Hall/Bow Valley College, SB Anderson CTrain Station, and Calgary in around 5h 4m.

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