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

The cheapest way to get from Kamloops to Banff is to bus which costs $65 - $140 and takes 7h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kamloops to Banff is to fly and shuttle which takes 3h 23m and costs $230 - $950.

Is there a direct bus between Kamloops and Banff?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kamloops, BC and arriving at Banff, AB. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Kamloops and Banff?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kamloops and arriving at Banff. Services depart three times a week. The journey takes approximately 20h.

How far is it from Kamloops to Banff?

The distance between Kamloops and Banff is 601 km. The road distance is 494.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Kamloops to Banff without a car is to bus which takes 7h 5m and costs $65 - $140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 23m to get from Kamloops to Banff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kamloops to Banff bus from?

Kamloops to Banff bus services, operated by Rider Express, depart from Kamloops, BC station.

Where do I catch the Kamloops to Banff train from?

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

Train or bus from Kamloops to Banff?

The best way to get from Kamloops to Banff is to bus which takes 7h 5m and costs $65 - $140. Alternatively, you can train, which costs and takes 20h.

Where does the Kamloops to Banff bus arrive?

Kamloops to Banff bus services, operated by Rider Express, arrive at Banff, AB station.

What is the time difference between Kamloops and Banff?

Banff is 1h ahead of Kamloops. It is currently 12:32 PM in Kamloops and 1:32 PM in Banff.

Where does the Kamloops to Banff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kamloops to Banff?

Yes, the driving distance between Kamloops to Banff is 494 km. It takes approximately 6h 1m to drive from Kamloops to Banff.

How do I get a bus ticket from Kamloops to Banff?

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Where can I stay near Banff?

There are 624+ hotels available in Banff.

Kamloops to Banff - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, shuttle, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Kamloops to Banff by plane, shuttle, bus, 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.

Fly from Kamloops Airport, shuttle
best
1. Fly from Kamloops Airport (YKA) to Calgary International Airport (YYC)plane YKA - YYC
2. Take a shuttle bus from Calgary Airport to Banff, ABshuttle
3h 23m
$237–908
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kamloops, BC to Banff, ABbus Vancouver
7h 5m
$65–140
Train
1. Take the train from Kamloops to Banfftrain Vancouver
20h
Drive 494.2 km
1. Drive from Kamloops to Banffcar 494.2 km
6h 1m
$97–140
Bus to Kelowna International Airport, fly, shuttle
1. Take the bus from Kamloops, BC - Sahali Mall to Kelowna Airportbus
2. Fly from Kelowna International Airport (YLW) to Calgary International Airport (YYC)plane YLW - YYC
3. Take a shuttle bus from Calgary Airport to Banff, ABshuttle
6h 2m
$192–758

Kamloops to Banff by bus

18Weekly Buses

7h 5mAverage Duration

$65Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Kamloops to Banff.

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Distance: 601 km
Duration: 3h 23m

What companies run services between Kamloops, BC, Canada and Banff, AB, Canada?

Rider Express operates a bus from Kamloops, BC to Banff, AB twice daily. Tickets cost $65–140 and the journey takes 7h 5m. EBus Canada also services this route 6 times a week. Alternatively, Rocky Mountaineer operates a train from Kamloops to Banff 3 times a week, and the journey takes 20h.

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