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

The cheapest way to get from Edmonton to Banff is to drive which costs $80 - $120 and takes 4h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edmonton to Banff is to drive which takes 4h 31m and costs $80 - $120.

Is there a direct bus between Edmonton and Banff?

No, there is no direct bus from Edmonton to Banff. However, there are services departing from Edmonton, AB -10235 101 St NW and arriving at HI Banff Alpine Centre via Calgary Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Edmonton 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 to Banff?

The distance between Edmonton and Banff is 441 km. The road distance is 403.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Edmonton to Banff without a car is to bus which takes 5h 40m and costs $127 - $128.

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

It takes approximately 5h 40m to get from Edmonton to Banff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edmonton to Banff bus from?

Edmonton to Banff bus services, operated by The Canada Bus, depart from Edmonton, AB -10235 101 St NW station.

Where do I catch the Edmonton to Banff train from?

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

Train or bus from Edmonton to Banff?

The best way to get from Edmonton to Banff is to bus which takes 5h 40m and costs $127 - $128. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $7,000 - $12,000 and takes 9 days 0h.

Where does the Edmonton to Banff bus arrive?

Edmonton to Banff bus services, operated by The Canada Bus, arrive at Calgary Airport station.

Where does the Edmonton to Banff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edmonton to Banff?

Yes, the driving distance between Edmonton to Banff is 403 km. It takes approximately 4h 31m to drive from Edmonton to Banff.

Where can I stay near Banff?

There are 440+ hotels available in Banff.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Edmonton 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 -10235 101 St NW to Calgary AirportEdmonton to Calgary
2. Take the bus from Calgary Airport to HI Banff Alpine CentreCalgary
5h 40m
$127
Drive 403.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Edmonton to Banff403.3 km
4h 31m
$81–117
Train
1. Take the train from Edmonton to BanffPassage to the Peaks Discovery / ...
9d
$7,000–12,000
Fly, bus
1. Fly from Edmonton International Airport (YEG) to Calgary International Airport (YYC)YEG - YYC
2. Take the bus from Calgary Airport to HI Banff Alpine Centre
5h 8m
$162–376

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

78Weekly Planes

1h 3mAverage Duration

$43Cheapest Price

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Distance: 440.9 km
Duration: 5h 40m

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

You can take a bus from Edmonton, AB -10235 101 St NW to HI Banff Alpine Centre via Calgary Airport in around 5h 40m. 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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