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

The cheapest way to get from Kitchener to Banff is to bus and fly which costs $150 - $600 and takes 8h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kitchener to Banff is to bus and fly which takes 8h 39m and costs $150 - $600.

Is there a direct train between Kitchener and Banff?

No, there is no direct train from Kitchener to Banff. However, there are services departing from Kitchener GO and arriving at Banff via Toronto Union Station and Jasper. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9 days 2h.

How far is it from Kitchener to Banff?

The distance between Kitchener and Banff is 2914 km. The road distance is 3307.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Kitchener to Banff without a car is to bus and train which takes 3 days 4h and costs $550 - $1,400.

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

It takes approximately 8h 39m to get from Kitchener to Banff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kitchener to Banff train from?

Kitchener to Banff train services, operated by GO Transit, depart from Kitchener GO station.

What is the time difference between Kitchener and Banff?

Banff is 2h behind Kitchener. It is currently 6:42 PM in Kitchener and 4:42 PM in Banff.

Where does the Kitchener to Banff train arrive?

Kitchener to Banff train services, operated by GO Transit, arrive at Toronto Union Station.

Can I drive from Kitchener to Banff?

Yes, the driving distance between Kitchener to Banff is 3308 km. It takes approximately 37h 56m to drive from Kitchener to Banff.

Where can I stay near Banff?

There are 464+ hotels available in Banff.

Kitchener to Banff - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Kitchener to Banff by bus, plane, 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 Toronto Pearson International Airport, fly, bus
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1. Take the bus from Kitchener to Toronto Pearson Airport
2. Fly from Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to Calgary International Airport (YYC)YYZ - YYC
3. Take the bus from Calgary Airport to HI Banff Alpine Centre
8h 39m
$159–568
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Kitchener to London
2. Take the bus from London to Detroit Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Detroit Bus Station to Milwaukee Intermodal Station
4. Take the train from Milwaukee to Everett Amtrak Station
5. Take the bus from Everett to Vancouver
6. Take the bus from Vancouver, BC to Banff, AB
3d 4h
$556–1,377
Drive 3,307.8 km
1. Drive from Kitchener to Banff3,307.8 km
37h 56m
$658–950
Train to London International Airport, fly, bus
1. Take the train from Kitchener to London
2. Fly from London International Airport (YXU) to Calgary International Airport (YYC)YXU - YYC
3. Take the bus from Calgary Airport to HI Banff Alpine Centre
10h 21m
$262–974
Fly from Kitchener/Waterloo Airport, bus
1. Fly from Kitchener/Waterloo Airport (YKF) to Calgary International Airport (YYC)YKF - YYC
2. Take the bus from Calgary Airport to HI Banff Alpine Centre
9h 3m
$239–869
Bus to John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport, fly, bus
1. Take the bus from University of Waterloo Terminal to Main St. W. @ Summers Ln.
2. Fly from John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport (YHM) to Calgary International Airport (YYC)YHM - YYC
3. Take the bus from Calgary Airport to HI Banff Alpine Centre
11h 54m
$223–836
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Kitchener GO to Toronto Union StationKi
2. Take the train from Toronto Union Station to Jasper
3. Take the bus from Jasper, AB to Banff, AB
3d 6h
$412–800
Train
1. Take the train from Kitchener GO to Toronto Union StationKi
2. Take the train from Toronto Union Station to Jasper
3. Take the train from Jasper to Banff
9d 2h
$7,317–12,660

Kitchener to Banff by bus and train

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3d 4hAverage Duration

$556Cheapest Price

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Distance: 2,914.4 km
Duration: 8h 39m

What companies run services between Kitchener, ON, Canada and Banff, AB, Canada?

You can take a train from Kitchener GO to Banff via Toronto Union Station and Jasper in around 9d 2h.

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