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

The cheapest way to get from Whistler to Banff is to drive which costs $150 - $230 and takes 10h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Whistler to Banff is to shuttle and fly and bus which takes 6h 5m and costs $140 - $440.

Is there a direct train between Whistler and Banff?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Whistler and arriving at Banff. Services depart every 15 minutes. The journey takes approximately 8 days 23h.

How far is it from Whistler to Banff?

The distance between Whistler and Banff is 958 km. The road distance is 792.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Whistler to Banff without a car is to bus which takes 15h 20m and costs $190 - $270.

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

It takes approximately 6h 5m to get from Whistler to Banff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Whistler to Banff train from?

Whistler to Banff train services, operated by Rocky Mountaineer, depart from Whistler station.

Train or bus from Whistler to Banff?

The best way to get from Whistler to Banff is to bus which takes 15h 20m and costs $190 - $270. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $8,441 and takes 8 days 23h.

What is the time difference between Whistler and Banff?

Banff is 1h ahead of Whistler. It is currently 10:50 AM in Whistler and 11:50 AM in Banff.

Where does the Whistler to Banff train arrive?

Whistler to Banff train services, operated by Rocky Mountaineer, arrive at Banff station.

Can I drive from Whistler to Banff?

Yes, the driving distance between Whistler to Banff is 792 km. It takes approximately 10h 15m to drive from Whistler to Banff.

Where can I stay near Banff?

There are 551+ hotels available in Banff.

Whistler to Banff - 5 ways to travel via train, shuttle, plane, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Whistler to Banff by shuttle, plane, bus, 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.

Shuttle to Vancouver International Airport, fly, bus
best
1. Take a shuttle bus from Hilton Whistler Resort & Spa to Vancouver International Airportshuttle
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
6h 5m
$146–434
Bus
1. Take the bus from Whistler to Vancouver Downtownbus Standard / ...
2. Take the bus from Vancouver, BC to Banff, ABbus Vancouver
15h 20m
$195–270
Train
1. Take the train from Whistler to Banfftrain Rainforest to Gold Rush Grand Adventure / ...
8d 23h
$8,441
Drive 792.1 km
1. Drive from Whistler to Banffcar 792.1 km
10h 15m
$154–222
Bus, bus to Abbotsford International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Whistler to Vancouver Downtownbus
2. Take the bus from Scott Road Skytrain Station to Abbotsford International Airportbus
3. Fly from Abbotsford International Airport (YXX) to Calgary International Airport (YYC)plane YXX - YYC
4. Take the bus from Calgary Airport to HI Banff Alpine Centrebus
8h 47m
$183–524

Whistler to Banff by bus and subway

12Weekly Services

15h 20mAverage Duration

$195Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Whistler to Banff.

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Distance: 958.2 km
Duration: 6h 5m

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

You can take a bus from Whistler to Banff, AB via Vancouver Downtown, Burrard Station @ Platform 2, Main Street-Science World Station @ Platform 2, and Vancouver, BC in around 15h 20m. Alternatively, Rocky Mountaineer operates a train from Whistler to Banff on demand. Tickets cost $8,441 and the journey takes 8d 23h.

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