What is the cheapest way to get from Butchart Gardens to Banff?

The cheapest way to get from Butchart Gardens to Banff is to bus and ferry and bus which costs $190 - $260 and takes 18h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Butchart Gardens to Banff?

The fastest way to get from Butchart Gardens to Banff is to fly and bus which takes 6h 28m and costs $130 - $490.

Is there a direct bus between Butchart Gardens and Banff?

No, there is no direct bus from Butchart Gardens to Banff. However, there are services departing from Butchart Gardens and arriving at Banff, AB via Saanichton Exch Bay A, Swartz Bay and Vancouver, BC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 9m.

How far is it from Butchart Gardens to Banff?

The distance between Butchart Gardens and Banff is 883 km.

How do I travel from Butchart Gardens to Banff without a car?

The best way to get from Butchart Gardens to Banff without a car is to bus and ferry and bus which takes 18h 9m and costs $190 - $260.

How long does it take to get from Butchart Gardens to Banff?

It takes approximately 6h 28m to get from Butchart Gardens to Banff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Butchart Gardens to Banff bus from?

Butchart Gardens to Banff bus services, operated by BC Ferries Connector - Wilson's Group, depart from Swartz Bay station.

Where does the Butchart Gardens to Banff bus arrive?

Butchart Gardens to Banff bus services, operated by BC Ferries Connector - Wilson's Group, arrive at Vancouver station.

Where can I stay near Banff?

There are 430+ hotels available in Banff.

Butchart Gardens to Banff - 4 ways to travel via plane, bus, and bus and ferry

There are 4 ways to get from Butchart Gardens to Banff by plane, bus, busferry, car, or ferry

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly from Victoria International Airport, bus
best
1. Fly from Victoria International Airport (YYJ) to Calgary International Airport (YYC)YYJ - YYC
2. Take the bus from Calgary Airport to HI Banff Alpine Centre
6h 28m
$130–485
Bus and ferry, bus
1. Take the busferry from Swartz Bay to VancouverVictoria to Vancouver
2. Take the bus from Vancouver, BC to Banff, ABVancouver
18h 9m
$193–258
Drive, ferry
1. Drive from Butchart Gardens to Departure Bay
2. Take the ferry from Departure Bay to Horseshoe Bay
3. Drive from Horseshoe Bay to Banff
13h 19m
$212–445
Bus to Nanaimo Airport, fly, bus
1. Take the bus from Douglas & Kings to Canada Ave & Station - Train Stn
2. Fly from Nanaimo Airport (YCD) to Calgary International Airport (YYC)YCD - YYC
3. Take the bus from Calgary Airport to HI Banff Alpine Centre
9h 21m
$268–718

Butchart Gardens to Banff by foot, bus, and busferry

12Weekly Services

18h 9mAverage Duration

$193Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 882.5 km
Duration: 6h 28m

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

There is no direct connection from Butchart Gardens to Banff. However, you can walk to 6800 Blk Wallace Dr, take the line 75 bus to Saanichton Exch Bay B, walk to Saanichton Exch Bay D, take the line 87 bus to Victoria International Airport, walk to Victoria International Airport (YYJ) airport, fly to Calgary International Airport (YYC), walk to Calgary Airport, then take the bus to HI Banff Alpine Centre. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Butchart Gardens to Banff, AB via Butchart Gardens, Saanichton Exch Bay A, Swartz Bay Ferry Terminal Bay A, Swartz Bay, Vancouver, and Vancouver, BC in around 18h 9m.

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