What is the cheapest way to get from Edmonton (Station) to Banff?

The cheapest way to get from Edmonton (Station) to Banff is to drive which costs $75 - $120 and takes 4h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edmonton (Station) to Banff?

The fastest way to get from Edmonton (Station) to Banff is to drive which takes 4h 34m and costs $75 - $120.

Is there a direct train between Edmonton (Station) and Banff?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Edmonton and arriving at Banff. Services depart every 30 minutes. The journey takes approximately 9 days 0h.

How far is it from Edmonton (Station) to Banff?

The distance between Edmonton (Station) and Banff is 437 km. The road distance is 403.3 km.

How do I travel from Edmonton (Station) to Banff without a car?

The best way to get from Edmonton (Station) to Banff without a car is to bus which takes 6h 53m and costs $126 - $128.

How long does it take to get from Edmonton (Station) to Banff?

It takes approximately 6h 53m to get from Edmonton (Station) to Banff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edmonton (Station) to Banff train from?

Edmonton (Station) to Banff train services, operated by Rocky Mountaineer, depart from Edmonton station.

Train or bus from Edmonton (Station) to Banff?

The best way to get from Edmonton (Station) to Banff is to bus which takes 6h 53m and costs $126 - $128. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $7,000 - $12,000 and takes 9 days 0h.

Where does the Edmonton (Station) to Banff train arrive?

Edmonton (Station) to Banff train services, operated by Rocky Mountaineer, arrive at Banff station.

Can I drive from Edmonton (Station) to Banff?

Yes, the driving distance between Edmonton (Station) to Banff is 403 km. It takes approximately 4h 34m to drive from Edmonton (Station) to Banff.

Where can I stay near Banff?

There are 551+ hotels available in Banff.

Edmonton (Station) to Banff - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Edmonton (Station) to Banff by bus, train, car, or plane

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, AB - 2633 66 St NW to Calgary Airportbus Edmonton to Calgary
2. Take the bus from Calgary Airport to HI Banff Alpine Centrebus Calgary
6h 53m
$126–128
Drive 403.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Edmonton (Station) to Banffcar 403.3 km
4h 34m
$78–113
Train
1. Take the train from Edmonton to Banfftrain Passage to the Peaks Discovery / ...
9d
$7,000–12,000
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 28m
$176–666

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

86Weekly Planes

1h 1mAverage Duration

$42Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Edmonton (Station) to Banff.

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Distance: 436.6 km
Duration: 6h 53m

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

You can take a vehicle from Edmonton (Station) to HI Banff Alpine Centre via Quarters Stop, Mill Woods Stop, Edmonton, AB - 2633 66 St NW, and Calgary Airport in around 6h 53m. Alternatively, Rocky Mountaineer operates a train from Edmonton to Banff on demand. Tickets cost $7,000–12,000 and the journey takes 9d.

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