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

The cheapest way to get from Banff to Quesnel is to drive which costs $150 - $220 and takes 9h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Banff to Quesnel is to bus and fly which takes 6h 31m and costs $320 - $850.

Is there a direct bus between Banff and Quesnel?

No, there is no direct bus from Banff to Quesnel. However, there are services departing from Banff, AB and arriving at Quesnel, BC - Petro Canada via Kamloops, BC - Sahali Mall. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Banff and Quesnel?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Banff and arriving at Quesnel. Services depart every 15 minutes. The journey takes approximately 5 days 16h.

How far is it from Banff to Quesnel?

The distance between Banff and Quesnel is 761 km. The road distance is 770.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Banff to Quesnel without a car is to bus which takes 13h 20m and costs $170 - $240.

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

It takes approximately 6h 33m to get from Banff to Quesnel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Banff to Quesnel bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Banff to Quesnel train from?

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

Train or bus from Banff to Quesnel?

The best way to get from Banff to Quesnel is to bus which takes 13h 20m and costs $170 - $240. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $8,441 and takes 5 days 16h.

Where does the Banff to Quesnel bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Banff and Quesnel?

Quesnel is 1h behind Banff. It is currently 4:58 PM in Banff and 3:58 PM in Quesnel.

Where does the Banff to Quesnel train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Banff to Quesnel?

Yes, the driving distance between Banff to Quesnel is 770 km. It takes approximately 9h 46m to drive from Banff to Quesnel.

Where can I stay near Quesnel?

There are 10+ hotels available in Quesnel.

Banff to Quesnel - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Banff to Quesnel 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 Quesnel Airport
best
1. Take the bus from HI Banff Alpine Centre to Calgary Airportbus
2. Fly from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Quesnel Airport (YQZ)plane YYC - YQZ
6h 33m
$406–630
Drive 770.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Banff to Quesnelcar 770.3 km
9h 46m
$152–220
Bus
1. Take the bus from Banff, AB to Kamloops, BCbus Calgary
2. Take the bus from Kamloops, BC - Sahali Mall to Quesnel, BC - Petro Canadabus Kamloops to Prince George
13h 20m
$178–235
Train
1. Take the train from Banff to Quesneltrain Rainforest to Gold Rush Grand Adventure / ...
5d 16h
$8,441
Bus, fly to Prince George Airport
1. Take the bus from HI Banff Alpine Centre to Calgary Airportbus
2. Fly from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Prince George Airport (YXS)plane YYC - YXS
3. Take the bus from Prince George to Quesnelbus
6h 31m
$321–844
Bus, train via Jasper
1. Take the bus from Banff High School Transit Hub to Lake Louise Village Northbus 8X
2. Take the bus from Lake Louise, AB to Jasper, ABbus
3. Take the train from Jasper to McBridetrain
4. Take the bus from McBride, BC - Train Station to Prince George, BCbus
5. Take the bus from Prince George, BC - Terry Fox Statue to Quesnel, BC - Petro Canadabus
14h 31m
$179–340
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Banff High School Transit Hub to Lake Louise Village Northbus 8X
2. Take the bus from Lake Louise, AB to Jasper, ABbus
3. Take the train from Jasper to McBridetrain
4. Take the bus from McBride, BC - Train Station to Prince George, BCbus
5. Take the bus from Prince George, BC - Terry Fox Statue to Quesnel, BC - Petro Canadabus
15h 1m
$224–400

Banff to Quesnel by bus

3Weekly Buses

13h 20mAverage Duration

$178Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Banff to Quesnel.

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Distance: 761 km
Duration: 6h 33m

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

You can take a bus from Banff, AB to Quesnel, BC - Petro Canada via Kamloops, BC and Kamloops, BC - Sahali Mall in around 13h 20m. Alternatively, Rocky Mountaineer operates a train from Banff to Quesnel on demand. Tickets cost $8,441 and the journey takes 5d 16h.

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