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

The cheapest way to get from Whistler to Banff, AB is to drive which costs $150 - $230 and takes 10h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Whistler to Banff, AB is to bus and fly which takes 7h 33m and costs $140 - $380.

Is there a direct train between Whistler and Banff, AB?

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, AB?

The distance between Whistler and Banff, AB is 962 km. The road distance is 792.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Whistler to Banff, AB without a car is to bus which takes 15h 31m and costs $190 - $270.

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

It takes approximately 7h 33m to get from Whistler to Banff, AB, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Whistler to Banff, AB train from?

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

Train or bus from Whistler to Banff, AB?

The best way to get from Whistler to Banff, AB is to bus which takes 15h 31m 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, AB?

Banff, AB is 1h ahead of Whistler. It is currently 2:13 AM in Whistler and 3:13 AM in Banff, AB.

Where does the Whistler to Banff, AB train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Whistler to Banff, AB?

Yes, the driving distance between Whistler to Banff, AB is 792 km. It takes approximately 10h 12m to drive from Whistler to Banff, AB.

Where can I stay near Banff, AB?

There are 506+ hotels available in Banff, AB.

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

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

Bus to Vancouver International Airport, fly, bus
best
1. Take the bus from Whistler Village, BC to Vancouver, BC - Burrard Skytrain Station
2. Fly from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Calgary International Airport (YYC)YVR - YYC
3. Take the bus from Calgary Airport to HI Banff Alpine Centre
7h 33m
$145–380
Bus
1. Take the bus from Whistler Village, BC to Vancouver, BC - Burrard Skytrain StationWhistler
2. Take the bus from Vancouver, BC to Banff, ABVancouver
15h 31m
$195–270
Train
1. Take the train from Whistler to BanffRainforest to Gold Rush Grand Adventure / ...
8d 23h
$8,441
Drive 792.1 km
1. Drive from Whistler to Banff, AB792.1 km
10h 12m
$156–225
Bus, bus to Abbotsford International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Whistler Village, BC to Vancouver, BC - Burrard Skytrain Station
2. Take the bus from Scott Road Skytrain Station to Abbotsford International Airport
3. Fly from Abbotsford International Airport (YXX) to Calgary International Airport (YYC)YXX - YYC
4. Take the bus from Calgary Airport to HI Banff Alpine Centre
9h 10m
$168–434

Whistler to Banff, AB by bus, subway, and foot

12Weekly Services

15h 31mAverage Duration

$195Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Whistler to Banff, AB.

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Distance: 962.2 km
Duration: 7h 33m

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

You can take a bus from Whistler Village, BC to Banff, AB via Vancouver, BC - Burrard Skytrain Station, Burrard Station @ Platform 2, Main Street-Science World Station @ Platform 2, Vancouver, BC, and Banff, AB in around 15h 31m. 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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