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

The cheapest way to get from Banff to Waterton is to drive which costs $70 - $110 and takes 4h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Banff to Waterton is to drive which takes 4h 22m and costs $70 - $110.

How far is it from Banff to Waterton?

The distance between Banff and Waterton is 430 km. The road distance is 373 km.

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

The best way to get from Banff to Waterton without a car is to bus and taxi via Scenic Acres which takes 7h 58m and costs $270 - $340.

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

It takes approximately 6h 23m to get from Banff to Waterton, including transfers.

Can I drive from Banff to Waterton?

Yes, the driving distance between Banff to Waterton is 373 km. It takes approximately 4h 22m to drive from Banff to Waterton.

Where can I stay near Waterton?

There are 13+ hotels available in Waterton.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Banff to Waterton by bus, car, plane, or taxi

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
best
1. Take the bus from HI Banff Alpine Centre to Calgary Airport
2. Take the bus from Calgary to Fort Macleod
3. Drive from Fort Macleod to Waterton
6h 23m
$107–164
Drive 373 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Banff to Waterton373 km
4h 22m
$73–105
Bus, fly, drive
1. Take the bus from HI Banff Alpine Centre to Calgary Airport
2. Fly from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Lethbridge Airport (YQL)YYC - YQL
3. Drive from Lethbridge Airport (YQL) to Waterton
4h 37m
$157–694
Bus, taxi via Scenic Acres
1. Take the bus from Banff - Behind Mount Royal Hotel to Crowfoot LRT Station
2. Take the bus from Calgary, AB - 11488, 24 Street SE to Pincher Creek, AB
3. Take the taxi from Pincher Creek, AB to Waterton
7h 58m
$274–332
Bus, taxi
1. Take the bus from Banff, AB - Red Carpet Inn to Calgary, AB - Marriott Downtown Hotel
2. Take the bus from Calgary, AB - 11488, 24 Street SE to Pincher Creek, AB
3. Take the taxi from Pincher Creek, AB to Waterton
9h 20m
$199–250

Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Lethbridge Airport (YQL) flights

7Weekly Planes

58 minAverage Duration

$77Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Banff to Waterton.

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Distance: 430 km
Duration: 6h 23m

What companies run services between Banff, AB, Canada and Waterton, AB, Canada?

There is no direct connection from Banff to Waterton. However, you can take the bus to Calgary Airport, take the bus to Calgary, AB - Marriott Downtown Hotel, walk to EB City Hall/Bow Valley College(TD Free Fare Zone), take the line 201 vehicle to SB Anderson CTrain Station, walk to Calgary, take the bus to Fort Macleod, then drive to Waterton. Alternatively, you can drive from Banff to Waterton in around 4h 22m.

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