What is the cheapest way to get from Lake Country to Banff?

The cheapest way to get from Lake Country to Banff is to drive which costs $85 - $130 and takes 5h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lake Country to Banff?

The fastest way to get from Lake Country to Banff is to fly and bus which takes 4h 29m and costs $120 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Lake Country and Banff?

No, there is no direct bus from Lake Country to Banff. However, there are services departing from Hwy 97 & Beaver Lake and arriving at Banff, AB via Vernon, BC and Salmon Arm, BC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 11m.

How far is it from Lake Country to Banff?

The distance between Lake Country and Banff is 548 km. The road distance is 459.6 km.

How do I travel from Lake Country to Banff without a car?

The best way to get from Lake Country to Banff without a car is to bus which takes 9h 11m and costs $130 - $180.

How long does it take to get from Lake Country to Banff?

It takes approximately 4h 29m to get from Lake Country to Banff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lake Country to Banff bus from?

Lake Country to Banff bus services, operated by Rider Express, depart from Vernon, BC station.

Where does the Lake Country to Banff bus arrive?

Lake Country to Banff bus services, operated by Rider Express, arrive at Salmon Arm, BC station.

What is the time difference between Lake Country and Banff?

Banff is 1h ahead of Lake Country. It is currently 4:30 AM in Lake Country and 5:30 AM in Banff.

Can I drive from Lake Country to Banff?

Yes, the driving distance between Lake Country to Banff is 460 km. It takes approximately 5h 40m to drive from Lake Country to Banff.

Where can I stay near Banff?

There are 515+ hotels available in Banff.

Lake Country to Banff - 3 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Lake Country to Banff by plane, bus, 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, bus
best
1. Fly from Kelowna International Airport (YLW) to Calgary International Airport (YYC)YLW - YYC
2. Take the bus from Calgary Airport to HI Banff Alpine Centre
4h 29m
$122–562
Drive 459.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Lake Country to Banff459.6 km
5h 40m
$90–130
Bus
1. Take the bus from Vernon, BC to Salmon Arm, BCKelowna / ...
2. Take the bus from Salmon Arm, BC to Banff, ABVancouver
9h 11m
$132–177

Kelowna International Airport (YLW) to Calgary International Airport (YYC) flights

76Weekly Planes

1h 14mAverage Duration

$47Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Lake Country to Banff.

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Distance: 547.8 km
Duration: 4h 29m

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

You can take a bus from Hwy 97 & Beaver Lake to Banff, AB via Downtown Exchange, Vernon, BC, and Salmon Arm, BC in around 9h 11m.

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