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

The cheapest way to get from Valemount to Banff is to drive which costs $80 - $120 and takes 5h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Valemount to Banff is to drive which takes 5h 12m and costs $80 - $120.

Is there a direct train between Valemount and Banff?

No, there is no direct train from Valemount to Banff. However, there are services departing from Valemount and arriving at Banff via Jasper. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6 days 3h.

How far is it from Valemount to Banff?

The distance between Valemount and Banff is 410 km. The road distance is 407.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Valemount to Banff without a car is to train which takes 6 days 3h and costs $7,000 - $13,000.

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

It takes approximately 5h 42m to get from Valemount to Banff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Valemount to Banff train from?

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

What is the time difference between Valemount and Banff?

Banff is 1h ahead of Valemount. It is currently 1:50 PM in Valemount and 2:50 PM in Banff.

Where does the Valemount to Banff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Valemount to Banff?

Yes, the driving distance between Valemount to Banff is 407 km. It takes approximately 5h 12m to drive from Valemount to Banff.

Where can I stay near Banff?

There are 442+ hotels available in Banff.

Valemount to Banff - 5 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from Valemount to Banff by car, bus, 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.

Drive, bus
best
1. Drive from Valemount to Jasper, AB
2. Take the bus from Jasper, AB to Banff, ABJasper
5h 42m
$119–175
Drive 407.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Valemount to Banff407.2 km
5h 12m
$82–118
Train
1. Take the train from Valemount to JasperVIA Rail
2. Take the train from Jasper to BanffPassage to the Peaks Discovery / ...
6d 3h
$7,025–12,111
Train, bus via Jasper
1. Take the train from Valemount to JasperVIA Rail
2. Take the bus from Jasper, AB to Banff, ABJasper
8h 14m
$120–251
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Valemount to JasperVIA Rail
2. Take the bus from Jasper, AB to Banff, ABSummer Eastbound
8h 49m
$165–311

Valemount to Banff by train and bus

2Weekly Services

8h 14mAverage Duration

$120Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 410.4 km
Duration: 5h 42m

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

You can take a train from Valemount to Banff via Jasper in around 6d 3h.

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