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

The cheapest way to get from Banff to Thompson is to drive which costs $310 - $450 and takes 21h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Banff to Thompson is to bus and fly which takes 8h 28m and costs $750 - $2,100.

How far is it from Banff to Thompson?

The distance between Banff and Thompson is 1330 km. The road distance is 1590.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Banff to Thompson without a car is to bus and taxi which takes 34h 10m and costs $550 - $750.

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

It takes approximately 8h 28m to get from Banff to Thompson, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Banff and Thompson?

Thompson is 1h ahead of Banff. It is currently 3:08 AM in Banff and 4:08 AM in Thompson.

Can I drive from Banff to Thompson?

Yes, the driving distance between Banff to Thompson is 1590 km. It takes approximately 21h 8m to drive from Banff to Thompson.

Where can I stay near Thompson?

There are seven+ hotels available in Thompson.

Banff to Thompson - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, taxi, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Banff to Thompson by bus, plane, taxi, 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
best
1. Take the bus from HI Banff Alpine Centre to Calgary Airport
2. Fly from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Thompson Municipal Airport (YTH)YYC - YTH
8h 28m
$775–2,079
Drive 1,590.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Banff to Thompson1,590.2 km
21h 8m
$310–448
Bus, taxi
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 Regina, SK - 2820 B Avonhurst Dr
4. Take the bus from Regina, SK - 2820B Avonhurst to Portage la Prairie, MB
5. Take the taxi from Portage la Prairie, MB to Lake Francis Jct, MB
6. Take the bus from Lake Francis Jct, MB to Thompson, MB
34h 10m
$559–705
Bus, train via Winnipeg
1. Take the bus from Banff, AB to Jasper, AB
2. Take the train from Jasper to Winnipeg
3. Take the bus from Winnipeg Airport to Thompson, MB
2d
$400–537
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Banff High School Transit Hub to Lake Louise Village North8X
2. Take the bus from Lake Louise, AB to Jasper, AB
3. Take the train from Jasper to Portage la Prairie
4. Take the train from Portage la Prairie to Thompson
2d 11h
$382–560

Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Thompson Municipal Airport (YTH) flights

4Weekly Planes

9h 18mAverage Duration

$186Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Banff to Thompson.

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Distance: 1,330 km
Duration: 8h 28m

What companies run services between Banff, AB, Canada and Thompson, MB, Canada?

There is no direct connection from Banff to Thompson. However, you can take the bus to Calgary Airport, walk to Calgary International Airport (YYC) airport, fly to Thompson Municipal Airport (YTH), then take the taxi to Thompson. Alternatively, you can take the bus to Calgary Airport, take the bus to Edmonton, AB - Southgate LRT Station, take the bus to Regina, SK - 2820 B Avonhurst Dr, walk to Regina, SK - 2820B Avonhurst, take the bus to Portage la Prairie, MB, take the taxi to Lake Francis Jct, MB, then take the bus to Thompson, MB.

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