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

The cheapest way to get from Merritt to Banff is to drive which costs $110 - $170 and takes 6h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Merritt to Banff is to drive and fly and bus which takes 4h 35m and costs $170 - $700.

Is there a direct bus between Merritt and Banff?

No, there is no direct bus from Merritt to Banff. However, there are services departing from Merritt, BC - Mamette Ave & Voght St and arriving at Banff, AB via Merritt, BC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 25m.

How far is it from Merritt to Banff?

The distance between Merritt and Banff is 687 km. The road distance is 579.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Merritt to Banff without a car is to bus which takes 9h 25m and costs $120 - $160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 35m to get from Merritt to Banff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merritt to Banff bus from?

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

Where does the Merritt to Banff bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Merritt and Banff?

Banff is 1h ahead of Merritt. It is currently 9:02 PM in Merritt and 10:02 PM in Banff.

Can I drive from Merritt to Banff?

Yes, the driving distance between Merritt to Banff is 580 km. It takes approximately 6h 48m to drive from Merritt to Banff.

Where can I stay near Banff?

There are 482+ hotels available in Banff.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Merritt to Banff by car, plane, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Drive, fly, bus
best
1. Drive from Merritt to Kamloops-Airport-YKA
2. Fly from Kamloops Airport (YKA) to Calgary International Airport (YYC)YKA - YYC
3. Take the bus from Calgary Airport to HI Banff Alpine Centre
4h 35m
$178–686
Drive 579.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Merritt to Banff579.6 km
6h 48m
$114–164
Bus
1. Take the bus from Merritt, BC to Banff, ABVancouver
9h 25m
$122–154

Kamloops Airport (YKA) to Calgary International Airport (YYC) flights

27Weekly Planes

1h 53mAverage Duration

$75Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Merritt to Banff.

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Distance: 687.3 km
Duration: 4h 35m

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

Rider Express operates a bus from Merritt, BC to Banff, AB twice daily. Tickets cost $120–150 and the journey takes 8h 15m.

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