What is the cheapest way to get from Prince Rupert to Banff?

The cheapest way to get from Prince Rupert to Banff is to train and bus via Jasper which costs $220 - $340 and takes 37h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Prince Rupert to Banff?

The fastest way to get from Prince Rupert to Banff is to bus and fly which takes 8h 20m and costs $340 - $950.

Is there a direct bus between Prince Rupert and Banff?

No, there is no direct bus from Prince Rupert to Banff. However, there are services departing from Prince Rupert and arriving at Banff, AB via Prince George, BC - Terry Fox Statue and Kamloops, BC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 26h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Prince Rupert and Banff?

No, there is no direct train from Prince Rupert to Banff. However, there are services departing from Prince Rupert and arriving at Banff via Jasper. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7 days 9h.

How far is it from Prince Rupert to Banff?

The distance between Prince Rupert and Banff is 1362 km. The road distance is 1381 km.

How do I travel from Prince Rupert to Banff without a car?

The best way to get from Prince Rupert to Banff without a car is to bus which takes 26h 5m and costs $300 - $410.

How long does it take to get from Prince Rupert to Banff?

It takes approximately 8h 20m to get from Prince Rupert to Banff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Prince Rupert to Banff bus from?

Prince Rupert to Banff bus services, operated by BC Bus North, depart from Prince Rupert station.

Where do I catch the Prince Rupert to Banff train from?

Prince Rupert to Banff train services, operated by VIA Rail, depart from Prince Rupert station.

Train or bus from Prince Rupert to Banff?

The best way to get from Prince Rupert to Banff is to bus which takes 26h 5m and costs $300 - $410. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $7,000 - $13,000 and takes 7 days 9h.

Where does the Prince Rupert to Banff bus arrive?

Prince Rupert to Banff bus services, operated by BC Bus North, arrive at Prince George, BC station.

What is the time difference between Prince Rupert and Banff?

Banff is 1h ahead of Prince Rupert. It is currently 2:25 PM in Prince Rupert and 3:25 PM in Banff.

Where does the Prince Rupert to Banff train arrive?

Prince Rupert to Banff train services, operated by VIA Rail, arrive at Jasper station.

Can I drive from Prince Rupert to Banff?

Yes, the driving distance between Prince Rupert to Banff is 1381 km. It takes approximately 17h 24m to drive from Prince Rupert to Banff.

Where can I stay near Banff?

There are 482+ hotels available in Banff.

Prince Rupert to Banff - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Prince Rupert 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 Northwest Regional Airport, fly, bus
best
1. Take the bus from Prince Rupert to Terrance Skeena Mall
2. Fly from Northwest Regional Airport (YXT) to Calgary International Airport (YYC)YXT - YYC
3. Take the bus from Calgary Airport to HI Banff Alpine Centre
8h 20m
$343–904
Train to Smithers Airport, fly, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Prince Rupert to Smithers
2. Fly from Smithers Airport (YYD) to Calgary International Airport (YYC)YYD - YYC
3. Take the bus from Calgary Airport to HI Banff Alpine Centre
13h 35m
$216–681
Bus
1. Take the bus from Prince Rupert to Prince George, BC
2. Take the bus from Prince George, BC - Terry Fox Statue to Kamloops, BC - Sahali Mall
3. Take the bus from Kamloops, BC to Banff, AB
26h 5m
$301–409
Train, bus via Jasper
1. Take the train from Prince Rupert to JasperVIA Rail
2. Take the bus from Jasper, AB to Banff, ABJasper
37h 15m
$227–337
Drive 1,381 km
1. Drive from Prince Rupert to Banff1,381 km
17h 24m
$269–388
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Prince Rupert to JasperVIA Rail
2. Take the bus from Jasper, AB to Banff, ABSummer Eastbound
37h 50m
$272–397
Train
1. Take the train from Prince Rupert to JasperVIA Rail
2. Take the train from Jasper to BanffPassage to the Peaks Discovery / ...
7d 9h
$7,132–12,197

Prince Rupert to Banff by bus

2Weekly Buses

26h 5mAverage Duration

$301Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,361.9 km
Duration: 8h 20m

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

You can take a bus from Prince Rupert to Banff, AB via Prince George, BC, Prince George, BC - Terry Fox Statue, Kamloops, BC - Sahali Mall, and Kamloops, BC in around 26h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Prince Rupert to Banff via Jasper in around 7d 9h.

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