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

The cheapest way to get from Chelan to Banff is to drive which costs $150 - $230 and takes 9h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chelan to Banff is to drive which takes 9h 56m and costs $150 - $230.

Is there a direct bus between Chelan and Banff?

No, there is no direct bus from Chelan to Banff. However, there are services departing from Johnson Ave and Columbia and arriving at Banff, AB via Columbia Station, Everett and Vancouver, BC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 22h 13m.

How far is it from Chelan to Banff?

The distance between Chelan and Banff is 827 km. The road distance is 765.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Chelan to Banff without a car is to bus which takes 22h 13m and costs $230 - $350.

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

It takes approximately 10h 24m to get from Chelan to Banff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chelan to Banff bus from?

Chelan to Banff bus services, operated by Link Transit, depart from Johnson Ave and Columbia station.

Where does the Chelan to Banff bus arrive?

Chelan to Banff bus services, operated by Link Transit, arrive at Wenatchee Columbia Station.

What is the time difference between Chelan and Banff?

Banff is 1h ahead of Chelan. It is currently 2:42 PM in Chelan and 3:42 PM in Banff.

Can I drive from Chelan to Banff?

Yes, the driving distance between Chelan to Banff is 765 km. It takes approximately 9h 56m to drive from Chelan to Banff.

Where can I stay near Banff?

There are 440+ hotels available in Banff.

Chelan to Banff - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Chelan to Banff by bus, plane, bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), 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 to Wenatchee, fly, bus
best
1. Take the bus from Johnson Ave and Columbia to Wenatchee Columbia Station
2. Fly from Wenatchee (EAT) to Calgary International Airport (YYC)EAT - YYC
3. Take the bus from Calgary Airport to HI Banff Alpine Centre
10h 24m
$129–479
Bus
1. Take the bus from Johnson Ave and Columbia to Wenatchee Columbia Station21
2. Take the bus from Columbia Station to Everett Station
3. Take the bus from Everett to Vancouver
4. Take the bus from Vancouver, BC to Banff, AB
22h 13m
$230–350
Bus, train via Jasper
1. Take the bus from Johnson Ave and Columbia to Wenatchee Columbia Station21
2. Take the train from Wenatchee Amtrak to Everett Amtrak Station
3. Take the train from Everett Amtrak Station to Vancouver
4. Take the train from Vancouver to Jasper
5. Take the bus from Jasper, AB to Banff, AB
34h 45m
$258–790
Drive 765.5 km
1. Drive from Chelan to Banff765.5 km
9h 56m
$154–222
Bus, train to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Johnson Ave and Columbia to Wenatchee Columbia Station
2. Take the train from Wenatchee Amtrak to Seattle
3. Fly from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Calgary International Airport (YYC)SEA - YYC
4. Take the bus from Calgary Airport to HI Banff Alpine Centre
13h 12m
$268–893
Bus, bus to Penticton Regional Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Chelan Falls Store to Omak Travel Plaza
2. Take the bus from Omak, WA to Oroville, WA
3. Take the bus from Main & 89th St to Peachtree Square
4. Fly from Penticton Regional Airport (YYF) to Calgary International Airport (YYC)YYF - YYC
5. Take the bus from Calgary Airport to HI Banff Alpine Centre
10h 52m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Johnson Ave and Columbia to Wenatchee Columbia Station21
2. Take the train from Wenatchee Amtrak to Everett Amtrak Station
3. Take the train from Everett Amtrak Station to Vancouver
4. Take the bus from Vancouver, BC to Banff, AB
22h 45m
$223–680

Chelan to Banff by bus

12Weekly Buses

22h 13mAverage Duration

$230Cheapest Price

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Distance: 826.5 km
Duration: 10h 24m

What companies run services between Chelan, WA, USA and Banff, AB, Canada?

You can take a bus from Johnson Ave and Columbia to Banff, AB via Columbia Station, Everett Station, Everett, Vancouver, and Vancouver, BC in around 22h 13m.

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