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

The cheapest way to get from Banff to Fort Nelson is to drive which costs $230 - $350 and takes 15h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Banff to Fort Nelson is to bus and fly which takes 6h 38m and costs $550 - $800.

Is there a direct bus between Banff and Fort Nelson?

No, there is no direct bus from Banff to Fort Nelson. However, there are services departing from Banff and arriving at Fort Nelson via Kamloops, BC - Sahali Mall, Prince George and Fort St. John. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 28h 57m.

How far is it from Banff to Fort Nelson?

The distance between Banff and Fort Nelson is 1161 km. The road distance is 1229.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Banff to Fort Nelson without a car is to bus which takes 28h 57m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 38m to get from Banff to Fort Nelson, including transfers.

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

Banff to Fort Nelson bus services, operated by EBus Canada, depart from Banff station.

Where does the Banff to Fort Nelson bus arrive?

Banff to Fort Nelson bus services, operated by EBus Canada, arrive at Kamloops station.

What is the time difference between Banff and Fort Nelson?

Fort Nelson is 1h behind Banff. It is currently 6:09 PM in Banff and 5:09 PM in Fort Nelson.

Can I drive from Banff to Fort Nelson?

Yes, the driving distance between Banff to Fort Nelson is 1230 km. It takes approximately 15h 10m to drive from Banff to Fort Nelson.

Where can I stay near Fort Nelson?

There are 10+ hotels available in Fort Nelson.

Banff to Fort Nelson - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Banff to Fort Nelson by bus, plane, 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, fly to Northern Rockies Regional Airport
best
1. Take the bus from HI Banff Alpine Centre to Calgary Airportbus
2. Fly from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Northern Rockies Regional Airport (YYE)plane YYC - YYE
6h 38m
$582–787
Drive 1,229.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Banff to Fort Nelsoncar 1,229.6 km
15h 10m
$238–344
Bus
1. Take the bus from Banff to Kamloopsbus
2. Take the bus from Kamloops, BC - Sahali Mall to Prince George, BC - Terry Fox Statuebus
3. Take the bus from Prince George to Fort St. Johnbus
4. Take the bus from Fort St. John to Fort Nelsonbus
28h 57m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Banff to Kamloopstrain
2. Take the bus from Kamloops to Prince Georgebus
3. Take the bus from Prince George to Fort St. Johnbus
4. Take the bus from Fort St. John to Fort Nelsonbus
42h 7m
Bus, fly to North Peace Regional Airport
1. Take the bus from HI Banff Alpine Centre to Calgary Airportbus
2. Fly from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to North Peace Regional Airport (YXJ)plane YYC - YXJ
3. Take the bus from Fort St. John to Fort Nelsonbus
9h 39m
$370–1,070

Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Northern Rockies Regional Airport (YYE) flights

4Weekly Planes

4h 50mAverage Duration

$182Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Banff to Fort Nelson.

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Distance: 1,161.5 km
Duration: 6h 38m

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

You can take a bus from Banff to Fort Nelson via Kamloops, Kamloops, BC - Sahali Mall, Prince George, BC - Terry Fox Statue, Prince George, and Fort St. John in around 28h 57m.

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