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

The cheapest way to get from Banff to Lloydminster is to drive which costs $120 - $180 and takes 6h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Banff to Lloydminster is to drive which takes 6h 55m and costs $120 - $180.

Is there a direct bus between Banff and Lloydminster?

No, there is no direct bus from Banff to Lloydminster. However, there are services departing from HI Banff Alpine Centre and arriving at Lloydminster, AB - 5909 44 St. via Calgary Airport and Edmonton South, AB - Edmonton Southgate Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 23m.

How far is it from Banff to Lloydminster?

The distance between Banff and Lloydminster is 686 km. The road distance is 602.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Banff to Lloydminster without a car is to bus which takes 9h 23m and costs $190 - $220.

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

It takes approximately 9h 23m to get from Banff to Lloydminster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Banff to Lloydminster bus from?

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

Where does the Banff to Lloydminster bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Banff to Lloydminster?

Yes, the driving distance between Banff to Lloydminster is 603 km. It takes approximately 6h 55m to drive from Banff to Lloydminster.

Where can I stay near Lloydminster?

There are 16+ hotels available in Lloydminster.

Banff to Lloydminster - 6 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Banff to Lloydminster by bus, car, plane, or bus (Flixbus)

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 Airport
2. Take the bus from Calgary Airport to Edmonton, AB - Southgate LRT Station
3. Take the bus from Edmonton South, AB - Edmonton Southgate Transit Center to Lloydminster, AB - 5909 44 St.
9h 23m
$194–215
Drive 602.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Banff to Lloydminster602.6 km
6h 55m
$121–174
Bus, fly to Edmonton International Airport
1. Take the bus from HI Banff Alpine Centre to Calgary Airport
2. Fly from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Edmonton International Airport (YEG)YYC - YEG
3. Take the bus from Edmonton South, AB - Edmonton Southgate Transit Center to Lloydminster, AB - 5909 44 St.
7h 59m
$232–477
Bus via Edmonton
1. Take the bus from HI Banff Alpine Centre to Calgary Airport
2. Take the bus from Calgary Airport to Edmonton, AB - 2633 66 St NW
3. Take the bus from Edmonton to Lloydminster
9h 37m
$174–195
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Canmore, AB - Coast Canmore Hotel to Calgary Downtown, ABWinter Eastbound / ...
2. Take the bus from Calgary to LloydminsterFlixBus 2722
12h 10m
$162–282
Bus, fly to Saskatoon John G. Diefenbaker International Airport
1. Take the bus from HI Banff Alpine Centre to Calgary Airport
2. Fly from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Saskatoon John G. Diefenbaker International Airport (YXE)YYC - YXE
3. Take the bus from Saskatoon - Marquis Drive, AB - 229 Marquis Dr to Lloydminster, AB - 5909 44 St.
10h 32m
$255–710

Banff to Lloydminster by bus and foot

5Weekly Services

12h 10mAverage Duration

$162Cheapest Price

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Distance: 686 km
Duration: 9h 23m

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

You can take a bus from HI Banff Alpine Centre to Lloydminster, AB - 5909 44 St. via Calgary Airport and Edmonton South, AB - Edmonton Southgate Transit Center in around 9h 23m.

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