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

The cheapest way to get from Banff to Nakusp is to drive and car ferry which costs $70 - $110 and takes 5h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Banff to Nakusp is to drive and car ferry which takes 5h 24m and costs $70 - $110.

How far is it from Banff to Nakusp?

The distance between Banff and Nakusp is 394 km.

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

It takes approximately 6h 34m to get from Banff to Nakusp, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Banff and Nakusp?

Nakusp is 1h behind Banff. It is currently 12:49 AM in Banff and 11:49 PM in Nakusp.

Where can I stay near Nakusp?

There are four+ hotels available in Nakusp.

Banff to Nakusp - 2 ways to travel via bus, car, and car ferry

There are 2 ways to get from Banff to Nakusp by bus, car, or car ferry

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, drive, car ferry
best
1. Take the bus from Banff to Revelstokebus
2. Drive from Revelstoke to Shelter Baycar
3. Take the car ferry from Shelter Bay to Galena Baycarferry
4. Drive from Galena Bay to Nakuspcar
6h 34m
Drive, car ferry
cheapest
1. Drive from Banff to Shelter Baycar
2. Take the car ferry from Shelter Bay to Galena Baycarferry
3. Drive from Galena Bay to Nakuspcar
5h 24m
$74–107

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 394.3 km
Duration: 6h 34m

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

There is no direct connection from Banff to Nakusp. However, you can take the bus to Revelstoke, drive to Shelter Bay, take the car ferry to Galena Bay, then drive to Nakusp. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Banff to Nakusp via Shelter Bay and Galena Bay in around 5h 24m.

Bus operators

Ferry operators

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