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

The cheapest way to get from Banff to Oliver is to drive which costs $110 - $170 and takes 7h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Banff to Oliver is to bus and fly which takes 6h 2m and costs $210 - $700.

Is there a direct bus between Banff and Oliver?

No, there is no direct bus from Banff to Oliver. However, there are services departing from Banff, AB and arriving at Fairview at Kootenay via Salmon Arm, BC, Westbank Exch and Peachtree Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 21m.

How far is it from Banff to Oliver?

The distance between Banff and Oliver is 619 km. The road distance is 581.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Banff to Oliver without a car is to bus which takes 13h 21m and costs $140 - $200.

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

It takes approximately 6h 2m to get from Banff to Oliver, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Banff to Oliver bus from?

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

Where does the Banff to Oliver bus arrive?

Banff to Oliver bus services, operated by Rider Express, arrive at Salmon Arm, BC station.

What is the time difference between Banff and Oliver?

Oliver is 1h behind Banff. It is currently 3:20 PM in Banff and 2:20 PM in Oliver.

Can I drive from Banff to Oliver?

Yes, the driving distance between Banff to Oliver is 582 km. It takes approximately 7h 27m to drive from Banff to Oliver.

Where can I stay near Oliver?

There are 41+ hotels available in Oliver.

Banff to Oliver - 4 ways to travel via bus, plane, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Banff to Oliver 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 to Penticton Regional Airport
best
1. Take the bus from HI Banff Alpine Centre to Calgary Airport
2. Fly from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Penticton Regional Airport (YYF)YYC - YYF
6h 2m
$212–662
Drive 581.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Banff to Oliver581.5 km
7h 27m
$114–164
Bus
1. Take the bus from Banff, AB to Salmon Arm, BC
2. Take the bus from Salmon Arm, BC to Kelowna West, BC
3. Take the bus from Westbank Exch to Peachtree Square70
13h 21m
$148–191
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 Westbank Exch to Peachtree Square
8h
$415–905

Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Penticton Regional Airport (YYF) flights

12Weekly Planes

2h 42mAverage Duration

$113Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 618.6 km
Duration: 6h 2m

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

You can take a bus from Banff, AB to Fairview at Kootenay via Salmon Arm, BC, Kelowna West, BC, Westbank Exch, and Peachtree Square in around 13h 21m.

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