What is the cheapest way to get from Seattle, WA to Banff?

The cheapest way to get from Seattle, WA to Banff is to drive which costs $180 - $280 and takes 11h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Seattle, WA to Banff?

The fastest way to get from Seattle, WA to Banff is to fly and bus which takes 6h 39m and costs $180 - $850.

Is there a direct bus between Seattle, WA and Banff?

No, there is no direct bus from Seattle, WA station to Banff. However, there are services departing from Seattle Bus Station and arriving at Banff, AB via Vancouver, BC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 26m.

How far is it from Seattle, WA to Banff?

The distance between Seattle, WA and Banff is 888 km. The road distance is 955.3 km.

How do I travel from Seattle, WA to Banff without a car?

The best way to get from Seattle, WA to Banff without a car is to bus which takes 17h 26m and costs $210 - $300.

How long does it take to get from Seattle, WA to Banff?

It takes approximately 6h 39m to get from Seattle, WA to Banff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Seattle, WA to Banff bus from?

Seattle, WA to Banff bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Seattle Bus Station.

Where does the Seattle, WA to Banff bus arrive?

Seattle, WA to Banff bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Vancouver station.

Can I drive from Seattle, WA to Banff?

Yes, the driving distance between Seattle, WA to Banff is 955 km. It takes approximately 11h 4m to drive from Seattle, WA to Banff.

Where can I stay near Banff?

There are 519+ hotels available in Banff.

Seattle, WA to Banff - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Seattle, WA to Banff by plane, bus, bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), car, or train

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

Fly from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, bus
best
1. Fly from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Calgary International Airport (YYC)plane SEA - YYC
2. Take the bus from Calgary Airport to HI Banff Alpine Centrebus
6h 39m
$188–818
Train to Vancouver International Airport, fly, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Seattle to Vancouvertrain
2. Fly from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Calgary International Airport (YYC)plane YVR - YYC
3. Take the bus from Calgary Airport to HI Banff Alpine Centrebus
9h 8m
$178–512
Bus
1. Take the bus from Seattle Bus Station to Vancouverbus FlixBus 2115 / ...
2. Take the bus from Vancouver, BC to Banff, ABbus Vancouver
17h 26m
$211–294
Drive 955.3 km
1. Drive from Seattle, WA to Banffcar 955.3 km
11h 4m
$188–271

Seattle, WA to Banff by foot and bus

12Weekly Services

17h 26mAverage Duration

$211Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 888.4 km
Duration: 6h 39m

What companies run services between Seattle, WA, USA and Banff, AB, Canada?

You can take a vehicle from Seattle, WA to Banff, AB via Seattle Bus Station, Vancouver, and Vancouver, BC in around 17h 26m.

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