What is the cheapest way to get from Nelson, BC to Banff?

The cheapest way to get from Nelson, BC to Banff is to car ferry and drive which costs $70 - $110 and takes 7h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Nelson, BC to Banff?

The fastest way to get from Nelson, BC to Banff is to car ferry and drive which takes 7h 29m and costs $70 - $110.

How far is it from Nelson, BC to Banff?

The distance between Nelson, BC and Banff is 591 km.

How do I travel from Nelson, BC to Banff without a car?

The best way to get from Nelson, BC to Banff without a car is to bus which takes 13h 20m and costs $170 - $220.

How long does it take to get from Nelson, BC to Banff?

It takes approximately 7h 37m to get from Nelson, BC to Banff, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Nelson, BC and Banff?

Banff is 1h ahead of Nelson, BC. It is currently 7:57 PM in Nelson, BC and 8:57 PM in Banff.

Where can I stay near Banff?

There are 611+ hotels available in Banff.

Nelson, BC to Banff - 4 ways to travel via bus, plane, car ferry, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Nelson, BC to Banff by bus, plane, car ferry, 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 Cranbrook/Canadian Rockies International Airport, fly, bus
best
1. Take the bus from Nelson, BC - 512 Railway Street to Cranbrook, BC - 513 Cranbrook St Northbus
2. Fly from Cranbrook/Canadian Rockies International Airport (YXC) to Calgary International Airport (YYC)plane YXC - YYC
3. Take the bus from Calgary Airport to HI Banff Alpine Centrebus
7h 37m
$294–1,020
Car ferry, drive
cheapest
1. Take the car ferry from Balfour, BC to Kootenay Bay, BCcarferry Balfour to Kootney Bay
2. Drive from Kootenay Bay, BC to Banffcar
7h 29m
$72–110
Bus
1. Take the bus from Nelson, BC - 512 Railway Street to Calgary, AB - 11488, 24 Street SEbus Kaslo
2. Take the bus from Calgary, AB - 210 4 Ave SE to Banff, AB - Mount Royal Hotelbus Calgary to Banff
13h 20m
$177–216
Bus to Kelowna International Airport, fly, bus
1. Take the bus from Nelson, BC to Kelowna, BCbus
2. Fly from Kelowna International Airport (YLW) to Calgary International Airport (YYC)plane YLW - YYC
3. Take the bus from Calgary Airport to HI Banff Alpine Centrebus
10h 16m
$251–714

Cranbrook/Canadian Rockies International Airport (YXC) to Calgary International Airport (YYC) flights

12Weekly Planes

55 minAverage Duration

$101Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Nelson, BC to Banff.

Launch map view

Distance: 591.4 km
Duration: 7h 37m

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

You can take a bus from Nelson, BC - 512 Railway Street to Banff, AB - Mount Royal Hotel via Calgary, AB - 11488, 24 Street SE, SB 24 ST @ Douglas Glen GA SE, Anderson LRT Station, NB Anderson CTrain Station, WB City Hall/Bow Valley College, and Calgary, AB - 210 4 Ave SE in around 13h 20m.

Airlines

Bus operators

Ferry operators

Want to know more about travelling around the world?

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Read our range of informative guides on popular transport routes and companies - including Travelling around the UAE, Travelling by boat in Italy, and 5 incredible day trips from Florence by train - to help you get the most out of your next trip.