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 which costs $270 - $380 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 and shuttle which takes 8h 5m and costs $310 - $1,100.

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 via Prince George, BC - Terry Fox Statue and Kamloops. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 25h 55m.

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 2 days 23h.

How far is it from Prince Rupert to Banff?

The distance between Prince Rupert and Banff is 1342 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 25h 55m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 8h 5m 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 25h 55m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs and takes 2 days 23h.

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 3:00 AM in Prince Rupert and 4:00 AM 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 30m to drive from Prince Rupert to Banff.

Where can I stay near Banff?

There are 1425+ hotels available in Banff.

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

There are 7 ways to get from Prince Rupert to Banff by bus, plane, shuttle, 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, shuttle
best
1. Take the bus from Prince Rupert to Terrance Skeena Mallbus
2. Fly from Northwest Regional Airport (YXT) to Calgary International Airport (YYC)plane YXT - YYC
3. Take a shuttle bus from Calgary Airport to Banff, ABshuttle
8h 5m
$319–1,061
Train to Smithers Airport, fly, shuttle
cheapest
1. Take the train from Prince Rupert to Smitherstrain
2. Fly from Smithers Airport (YYD) to Calgary International Airport (YYC)plane YYD - YYC
3. Take a shuttle bus from Calgary Airport to Banff, ABshuttle
13h 29m
$222–772
Bus
1. Take the bus from Prince Rupert to Prince George, BCbus
2. Take the bus from Prince George, BC - Terry Fox Statue to Kamloops, BC - Sahali Mallbus
3. Take the bus from Kamloops to Banffbus
25h 55m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Prince Rupert to Jaspertrain VIA Rail
2. Take the bus from Jasper, AB to Banff, ABbus Jasper
37h 15m
$272–377
Drive 1,381 km
1. Drive from Prince Rupert to Banffcar 1,381 km
17h 30m
$272–392
Train, bus via Canmore, AB - Coast Canmore Hotel
1. Take the train from Prince Rupert to Jaspertrain VIA Rail
2. Take the bus from Jasper, AB to Canmore, AB - Coast Canmore Hotelbus Eastbound
39h 27m
$286–394
Train
1. Take the train from Prince Rupert to Jaspertrain VIA Rail
2. Take the train from Jasper to Banfftrain Jasper
2d 23h

Northwest Regional Airport (YXT) to Calgary International Airport (YYC) flights

56Weekly Planes

4h 17mAverage Duration

$127Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Prince Rupert to Banff.

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Distance: 1,342 km
Duration: 8h 5m

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

You can take a bus from Prince Rupert to Banff via Prince George, BC, Prince George, BC - Terry Fox Statue, Kamloops, BC - Sahali Mall, and Kamloops in around 25h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Prince Rupert to Banff via Jasper in around 2d 23h.

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