What is the cheapest way to get from Red Deer to Banff?

The cheapest way to get from Red Deer to Banff is to drive which costs $50 - $75 and takes 2h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Red Deer to Banff?

The fastest way to get from Red Deer to Banff is to drive which takes 2h 56m and costs $50 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Red Deer and Banff?

No, there is no direct bus from Red Deer to Banff. However, there are services departing from Red Deer, AB - Tim Hortons and arriving at HI Banff Alpine Centre via Calgary Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 35m.

How far is it from Red Deer to Banff?

The distance between Red Deer and Banff is 279 km. The road distance is 251 km.

How do I travel from Red Deer to Banff without a car?

The best way to get from Red Deer to Banff without a car is to bus which takes 3h 35m and costs $90 - $91.

How long does it take to get from Red Deer to Banff?

It takes approximately 3h 35m to get from Red Deer to Banff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Red Deer to Banff bus from?

Red Deer to Banff bus services, operated by The Canada Bus, depart from Red Deer, AB - Tim Hortons station.

Where does the Red Deer to Banff bus arrive?

Red Deer to Banff bus services, operated by The Canada Bus, arrive at Calgary Airport station.

Can I drive from Red Deer to Banff?

Yes, the driving distance between Red Deer to Banff is 251 km. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from Red Deer to Banff.

Where can I stay near Banff?

There are 430+ hotels available in Banff.

Red Deer to Banff - 3 ways to travel via bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Red Deer to Banff by 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Red Deer, AB - Tim Hortons to Calgary AirportEdmonton to Calgary
2. Take the bus from Calgary Airport to HI Banff Alpine CentreCalgary
3h 35m
$91
Drive 251 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Red Deer to Banff251 km
2h 56m
$50–73
Bus via Calgary
1. Take the bus from Red Deer - The Quality Inn to Calgary, AB Downtown Ticket OfficeEdmonton
2. Take the bus from Calgary, AB - Marriott Downtown Hotel to Banff, AB - Red Carpet InnCalgary to Banff
5h 27m
$69–82

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 278.9 km
Duration: 3h 35m

What companies run services between Red Deer, AB, Canada and Banff, AB, Canada?

You can take a bus from Red Deer, AB - Tim Hortons to HI Banff Alpine Centre via Calgary Airport in around 3h 35m.

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