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

The cheapest way to get from Seattle to Banff is to drive which costs $190 - $280 and takes 11h.

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

The fastest way to get from Seattle to Banff is to fly and bus which takes 6h 21m and costs $180 - $750.

Is there a direct bus between Seattle and Banff?

No, there is no direct bus from Seattle 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 15m.

How far is it from Seattle to Banff?

The distance between Seattle and Banff is 886 km. The road distance is 954.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Seattle to Banff without a car is to bus which takes 17h 15m and costs $210 - $290.

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

It takes approximately 6h 21m to get from Seattle to Banff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Seattle to Banff bus from?

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

Where does the Seattle to Banff bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Seattle and Banff?

Banff is 1h ahead of Seattle. It is currently 9:39 PM in Seattle and 10:39 PM in Banff.

Can I drive from Seattle to Banff?

Yes, the driving distance between Seattle to Banff is 954 km. It takes approximately 11h to drive from Seattle to Banff.

Where can I stay near Banff?

There are 449+ hotels available in Banff.

Seattle to Banff - 3 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Seattle to Banff by plane, bus, bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), 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.

Fly, bus
best
1. Fly from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Calgary International Airport (YYC)SEA - YYC
2. Take the bus from Calgary Airport to HI Banff Alpine Centre
6h 21m
$183–713
Bus
1. Take the bus from Seattle Bus Station to VancouverFlixBus 2115 / ...
2. Take the bus from Vancouver, BC to Banff, ABVancouver
17h 15m
$212–283
Drive 954.1 km
1. Drive from Seattle to Banff954.1 km
11h
$191–276

Seattle to Banff by bus

12Weekly Buses

17h 15mAverage Duration

$212Cheapest Price

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Distance: 886.3 km
Duration: 6h 21m

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

You can take a bus from Seattle Bus Station to Banff, AB via Vancouver and Vancouver, BC in around 17h 15m.

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