What is the cheapest way to get from Banff to Grande Prairie?

The cheapest way to get from Banff to Grande Prairie is to drive which costs $120 - $190 and takes 8h 24m.

What is the fastest way to get from Banff to Grande Prairie?

The fastest way to get from Banff to Grande Prairie is to bus and fly which takes 3h 40m and costs $450 - $800.

Is there a direct bus between Banff and Grande Prairie?

No, there is no direct bus from Banff to Grande Prairie. However, there are services departing from HI Banff Alpine Centre and arriving at Grande Prairie, AB via Calgary Airport and Edmonton, AB - Southgate Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 15m.

How far is it from Banff to Grande Prairie?

The distance between Banff and Grande Prairie is 697 km. The road distance is 649.5 km.

How do I travel from Banff to Grande Prairie without a car?

The best way to get from Banff to Grande Prairie without a car is to bus which takes 11h 15m and costs $220 - $260.

How long does it take to get from Banff to Grande Prairie?

It takes approximately 3h 40m to get from Banff to Grande Prairie, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Banff to Grande Prairie bus from?

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

Where does the Banff to Grande Prairie bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Banff to Grande Prairie?

Yes, the driving distance between Banff to Grande Prairie is 650 km. It takes approximately 8h 24m to drive from Banff to Grande Prairie.

Where can I stay near Grande Prairie?

There are 32+ hotels available in Grande Prairie.

Banff to Grande Prairie - 3 ways to travel via bus, plane, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Banff to Grande Prairie by bus, plane, 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
best
1. Take the bus from HI Banff Alpine Centre to Calgary Airport
2. Fly from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Grande Prairie Airport (YQU)YYC - YQU
3h 40m
$457–781
Drive 649.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Banff to Grande Prairie649.5 km
8h 24m
$127–183
Bus
1. Take the bus from HI Banff Alpine Centre to Calgary Airport
2. Take the bus from Calgary Airport to Edmonton, AB - Southgate LRT Station
3. Take the bus from Edmonton, AB - Southgate Station to Grande Prairie, AB
11h 15m
$224–255

Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Grande Prairie Airport (YQU) flights

40Weekly Planes

1h 39mAverage Duration

$85Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Banff to Grande Prairie.

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Distance: 697.1 km
Duration: 3h 40m

What companies run services between Banff, AB, Canada and Grande Prairie, AB, Canada?

You can take a bus from HI Banff Alpine Centre to Grande Prairie, AB via Calgary Airport, Edmonton, AB - Southgate LRT Station, and Edmonton, AB - Southgate Station in around 11h 15m.

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