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

The cheapest way to get from Banff to Whistler is to drive which costs $150 - $230 and takes 10h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Banff to Whistler is to bus and fly which takes 7h 7m and costs $140 - $430.

Is there a direct train between Banff and Whistler?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Banff and arriving at Whistler. Services depart every 15 minutes. The journey takes approximately 8 days 23h.

How far is it from Banff to Whistler?

The distance between Banff and Whistler is 961 km. The road distance is 791.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Banff to Whistler without a car is to bus which takes 14h 41m and costs $190 - $270.

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

It takes approximately 7h 7m to get from Banff to Whistler, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Banff to Whistler train from?

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

Train or bus from Banff to Whistler?

The best way to get from Banff to Whistler is to bus which takes 14h 41m and costs $190 - $270. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $8,441 and takes 8 days 23h.

What is the time difference between Banff and Whistler?

Whistler is 1h behind Banff. It is currently 5:25 PM in Banff and 4:25 PM in Whistler.

Where does the Banff to Whistler train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Banff to Whistler?

Yes, the driving distance between Banff to Whistler is 792 km. It takes approximately 10h 14m to drive from Banff to Whistler.

Where can I stay near Whistler?

There are 521+ hotels available in Whistler.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Banff to Whistler 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 Vancouver International Airport
best
1. Take the bus from HI Banff Alpine Centre to Calgary Airportbus
2. Fly from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)plane YYC - YVR
3. Take the bus from Vancouver, BC - Burrard Skytrain Station to Whistler Village, BCbus
7h 7m
$148–430
Bus
1. Take the bus from Banff, AB to Vancouver, BCbus Calgary
2. Take the bus from Vancouver, BC - Burrard Skytrain Station to Whistler Village, BCbus Vancouver
14h 41m
$195–262
Train
1. Take the train from Banff to Whistlertrain Rainforest to Gold Rush Grand Adventure / ...
8d 23h
$8,441
Drive 791.9 km
1. Drive from Banff to Whistlercar 791.9 km
10h 14m
$154–223
Bus, fly to Abbotsford International Airport
1. Take the bus from HI Banff Alpine Centre to Calgary Airportbus
2. Fly from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Abbotsford International Airport (YXX)plane YYC - YXX
3. Take the bus from Abbotsford Airport to Vancouver, BC - Pacific Central Stationbus
4. Take the bus from Vancouver, BC - Burrard Skytrain Station to Whistler Village, BCbus
8h 23m
$156–534

Banff to Whistler by bus and subway

12Weekly Services

14h 41mAverage Duration

$195Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Banff to Whistler.

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Distance: 960.7 km
Duration: 7h 7m

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

You can take a bus from Banff, AB to Whistler Village, BC via Vancouver, BC, Main Street-Science World Station @ Platform 1, Burrard Station @ Platform 1, and Vancouver, BC - Burrard Skytrain Station in around 14h 41m. Alternatively, Rocky Mountaineer operates a train from Banff to Whistler on demand. Tickets cost $8,441 and the journey takes 8d 23h.

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