What is the cheapest way to get from Banff to Red Deer?

The cheapest way to get from Banff to Red Deer is to drive which costs $45 - $75 and takes 2h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Banff to Red Deer?

The fastest way to get from Banff to Red Deer is to drive which takes 2h 56m and costs $45 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Banff and Red Deer?

No, there is no direct bus from Banff to Red Deer. However, there are services departing from HI Banff Alpine Centre and arriving at Red Deer, AB - Tim Hortons via Calgary Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 30m.

How far is it from Banff to Red Deer?

The distance between Banff and Red Deer is 277 km. The road distance is 254.9 km.

How do I travel from Banff to Red Deer without a car?

The best way to get from Banff to Red Deer without a car is to bus which takes 3h 30m and costs $90 - $91.

How long does it take to get from Banff to Red Deer?

It takes approximately 3h 30m to get from Banff to Red Deer, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Banff to Red Deer bus from?

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

Where does the Banff to Red Deer bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Banff to Red Deer?

Yes, the driving distance between Banff to Red Deer is 255 km. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from Banff to Red Deer.

Where can I stay near Red Deer?

There are 51+ hotels available in Red Deer.

Banff to Red Deer - 3 ways to travel via bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Banff to Red Deer by bus 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
best
1. Take the bus from HI Banff Alpine Centre to Calgary AirportCalgary
2. Take the bus from Calgary Airport to Red Deer, AB - Tim HortonsCalgary to Edmonton
3h 30m
$90–91
Drive 254.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Banff to Red Deer254.9 km
2h 56m
$50–72
Bus via Red Deer, AB - Quality Inn
1. Take the bus from Banff, AB to Calgary International AirportBanff
2. Take the bus from Calgary - Airport YYC to Red Deer, AB - Quality InnCalgary
4h 30m
$102–113

Banff to Red Deer by bus

7Weekly Buses

4h 30mAverage Duration

$102Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Banff to Red Deer.

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Distance: 276.8 km
Duration: 3h 30m

What companies run services between Banff, AB, Canada and Red Deer, AB, Canada?

You can take a bus from HI Banff Alpine Centre to Red Deer, AB - Tim Hortons via Calgary Airport in around 3h 30m.

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