What is the cheapest way to get from Canmore, AB to Banff?

The cheapest way to get from Canmore, AB to Banff is to line 3 bus which costs $4 - $6 and takes 45 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Canmore, AB to Banff?

The fastest way to get from Canmore, AB to Banff is to shuttle which takes 15 min and costs $15 - $17.

Is there a direct bus between Canmore, AB and Banff?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Canmore, AB - Northwinds By Basecamp and arriving at Banff, AB - Red Carpet Inn. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 26 min.

How far is it from Canmore, AB to Banff?

The distance between Canmore, AB and Banff is 23 km. The road distance is 23.5 km.

How do I travel from Canmore, AB to Banff without a car?

The best way to get from Canmore, AB to Banff without a car is to bus which takes 26 min and costs $5 - $50.

How long does it take to get from Canmore, AB to Banff?

The bus from Canmore, AB - Northwinds By Basecamp to Banff, AB - Red Carpet Inn takes 26 min including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Canmore, AB to Banff bus from?

Canmore, AB to Banff bus services, operated by The Canada Bus, depart from Canmore, AB - Northwinds By Basecamp station.

Where does the Canmore, AB to Banff bus arrive?

Canmore, AB to Banff bus services, operated by The Canada Bus, arrive at Banff, AB - Red Carpet Inn station.

Can I drive from Canmore, AB to Banff?

Yes, the driving distance between Canmore, AB to Banff is 24 km. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from Canmore, AB to Banff.

Where can I stay near Banff?

There are 433+ hotels available in Banff.

Canmore, AB to Banff - 5 ways to travel via bus, line 3 bus, taxi, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Canmore, AB to Banff by bus, taxi, car, or shuttle

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Canmore, AB - Northwinds By Basecamp to Banff, AB - Red Carpet InnCalgary to Banff
26 min
$5–50
Line 3 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Palliser at Silvertip to Banff High School Transit Hub3
45 min
$4–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Canmore, AB to Banff23.5 km
21 min
$60–75
Drive 23.5 km
1. Drive from Canmore, AB to Banff23.5 km
21 min
$5–7
Shuttle
1. Take a shuttle bus from Canmore - Northwinds Hotel to Samesun HostelCalgary
15 min
$15–17

Canmore, AB to Banff by bus

11Weekly Buses

26 minAverage Duration

$5Cheapest Price

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Distance: 23.1 km
Duration: 26 min

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

The Canada Bus operates a bus from Canmore, AB - Northwinds By Basecamp to Banff, AB - Red Carpet Inn on demand. Tickets cost $5–6 and the journey takes 26 min. Rider Express also services this route twice daily.

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