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

The cheapest way to get from Edmonton, AB to Banff is to drive which costs $75 - $120 and takes 4h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edmonton, AB to Banff is to drive which takes 4h 35m and costs $75 - $120.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Edmonton, AB to Banff. However, there are services departing from West Edmonton Mall Transit Centre and arriving at HI Banff Alpine Centre via Edmonton and Calgary Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 11m.

How far is it from Edmonton, AB to Banff?

The distance between Edmonton, AB and Banff is 431 km. The road distance is 408 km.

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

The best way to get from Edmonton, AB to Banff without a car is to bus which takes 7h 11m and costs $90 - $120.

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

It takes approximately 7h 11m to get from Edmonton, AB to Banff, including transfers.

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

Edmonton, AB to Banff bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Edmonton station.

Where does the Edmonton, AB to Banff bus arrive?

Edmonton, AB to Banff bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Calgary Int. Airport station.

Can I drive from Edmonton, AB to Banff?

Yes, the driving distance between Edmonton, AB to Banff is 408 km. It takes approximately 4h 35m to drive from Edmonton, AB to Banff.

Where can I stay near Banff?

There are 552+ hotels available in Banff.

Edmonton, AB to Banff - 5 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Edmonton, AB to Banff by bus (Flixbus), car, plane, or bus

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 Edmonton to Calgary Int. Airportbus FlixBus 2720
2. Take the bus from Calgary Airport to HI Banff Alpine Centrebus Calgary
7h 11m
$92–118
Bus #2
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Edmonton South, AB - Southgate Transit Centre to Calgary, AB - Downtown 4 Ave SEbus Edmonton
2. Take the bus from Calgary, AB - 210 4 Ave SE to Banff, AB - Mount Royal Hotelbus Calgary to Banff
9h 51m
$68–148
Drive 408 km
1. Drive from Edmonton, AB to Banffcar 408 km
4h 35m
$80–115
Fly, bus
1. Fly from Edmonton International Airport (YEG) to Calgary International Airport (YYC)plane YEG - YYC
2. Take the bus from Calgary Airport to HI Banff Alpine Centrebus
5h 52m
$184–680
Bus via 102 Street & MacDonald Drive
1. Take the bus from Edmonton Downtown Ticket Office - 10014 104 St to Calgary - Airport YYCbus Edmonton
2. Take the bus from Calgary Airport to HI Banff Alpine Centrebus Calgary
7h 37m
$104–130

Edmonton International Airport (YEG) to Calgary International Airport (YYC) flights

110Weekly Planes

59 minAverage Duration

$40Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Edmonton, AB to Banff.

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Distance: 431.2 km
Duration: 7h 11m

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

You can take a vehicle from Edmonton, AB to HI Banff Alpine Centre via West Edmonton Mall Transit Centre, Southgate Transit Centre, Edmonton, Calgary Int. Airport, and Calgary Airport in around 7h 11m.

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