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

The cheapest way to get from Banff to Yellowknife is to drive which costs $340 - $500 and takes 22h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Banff to Yellowknife is to shuttle and fly which takes 4h 51m and costs $320 - $1,700.

How far is it from Banff to Yellowknife?

The distance between Banff and Yellowknife is 1403 km. The road distance is 1740.4 km.

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

It takes approximately 4h 51m to get from Banff to Yellowknife, including transfers.

Can I drive from Banff to Yellowknife?

Yes, the driving distance between Banff to Yellowknife is 1740 km. It takes approximately 22h 14m to drive from Banff to Yellowknife.

Where can I stay near Yellowknife?

There are 31+ hotels available in Yellowknife.

Banff to Yellowknife - 2 ways to travel via shuttle, plane, and car

There are 2 ways to get from Banff to Yellowknife by shuttle, plane, 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.

Shuttle, fly
best
1. Take a shuttle bus from Banff, AB to Calgary Airportshuttle
2. Fly from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Yellowknife Airport (YZF)plane YYC - YZF
4h 51m
$323–1,689
Drive 1,740.4 km
1. Drive from Banff to Yellowknifecar 1,740.4 km
22h 14m
$342–495

Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Yellowknife Airport (YZF) flights

17Weekly Planes

3h 21mAverage Duration

$236Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Banff to Yellowknife.

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Distance: 1,402.8 km
Duration: 4h 51m

What companies run services between Banff, AB, Canada and Yellowknife, NT, Canada?

There is no direct connection from Banff to Yellowknife. However, you can take the shuttle to Calgary Airport, walk to Calgary International Airport (YYC) airport, fly to Yellowknife Airport (YZF), then take the taxi to Yellowknife. Alternatively, you can drive from Banff to Yellowknife in around 22h 14m.

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