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

The cheapest way to get from Banff to Kamloops is to drive which costs $95 - $150 and takes 5h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Banff to Kamloops is to bus and fly which takes 3h 56m and costs $140 - $750.

Is there a direct bus between Banff and Kamloops?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Banff, AB and arriving at Kamloops, BC. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Banff and Kamloops?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Banff and arriving at Kamloops. Services depart every five minutes. The journey takes approximately 6 days 15h.

How far is it from Banff to Kamloops?

The distance between Banff and Kamloops is 603 km. The road distance is 494.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Banff to Kamloops without a car is to bus which takes 7h 15m and costs $100 - $140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 56m to get from Banff to Kamloops, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Banff to Kamloops bus from?

Banff to Kamloops bus services, operated by Rider Express, depart from Banff, AB station.

Where do I catch the Banff to Kamloops train from?

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

Train or bus from Banff to Kamloops?

The best way to get from Banff to Kamloops is to bus which takes 7h 15m and costs $100 - $140. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $7,500 - $10,000 and takes 6 days 15h.

Where does the Banff to Kamloops bus arrive?

Banff to Kamloops bus services, operated by Rider Express, arrive at Kamloops, BC station.

What is the time difference between Banff and Kamloops?

Kamloops is 1h behind Banff. It is currently 9:55 PM in Banff and 8:55 PM in Kamloops.

Where does the Banff to Kamloops train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Banff to Kamloops?

Yes, the driving distance between Banff to Kamloops is 494 km. It takes approximately 5h 58m to drive from Banff to Kamloops.

Where can I stay near Kamloops?

There are 52+ hotels available in Kamloops.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Banff to Kamloops 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 Kamloops Airport
best
1. Take the bus from HI Banff Alpine Centre to Calgary Airport
2. Fly from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Kamloops Airport (YKA)YYC - YKA
3h 56m
$144–749
Drive 494.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Banff to Kamloops494.1 km
5h 58m
$99–143
Bus
1. Take the bus from Banff, AB to Kamloops, BCCalgary
7h 15m
$100–140
Train
1. Take the train from Banff to KamloopsJourney through the Clouds Grand Adventure / ...
6d 15h
$7,500–10,000
Bus, fly to Kelowna International Airport
1. Take the bus from HI Banff Alpine Centre to Calgary Airport
2. Fly from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Kelowna International Airport (YLW)YYC - YLW
3. Take the bus from Kelowna Airport to Kamloops, BC - Sahali Mall
6h 20m
$149–449

Banff to Kamloops by bus

12Weekly Buses

7h 15mAverage Duration

$100Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 603.2 km
Duration: 3h 56m

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

Rider Express operates a bus from Banff, AB to Kamloops, BC twice daily. Tickets cost $100–140 and the journey takes 7h 15m. Alternatively, Rocky Mountaineer operates a train from Banff to Kamloops on demand. Tickets cost $7,500–10,000 and the journey takes 6d 15h.

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