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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Banff to Smithers

Composite routes from Banff to Smithers

Cheapest
12 h 51 min
Car
1030 km.
from $56
Other
17 h 51 min
Bus, Train
871 km.
from $143.22
3 d 19 h 7 min
872 km.
Select a ticket
20 h 45 min
870 km.
from $264.78

Transport providers

Airlines

Air Canada

Website:
aircanada.com
Plane from Calgary International Airport to Smithers
Ave. Duration:
4h 21m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$138.97–$821.18
Plane from Calgary International Airport to Northwest
Ave. Duration:
4h 45m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$265.30–$821.18

WestJet

Website:
westjet.com/
Plane from Calgary International Airport to Northwest
Ave. Duration:
2h 34m
Frequency:
Monday and Thursday
Estimated price:
$126.34–$543.24

Central Mountain Air

Website:
flycma.com/
Plane from Calgary International Airport to Northwest
Ave. Duration:
3h 40m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$555.88–$884.35

Train operators

Rocky Mountaineer

Phone:
1-877-460-3200
Email:
reservations@rockymountaineer.com
Website:
rockymountaineer.com/
Train from Banff to Jasper,
Ave. Duration:
2d 13h
Frequency:
On demand

VIA Rail

Phone:
+1 888 842-7245
Website:
viarail.ca/en
Train from Jasper to McBride
Ave. Duration:
2h 59m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$22.74–$94.75
Train from Jasper to Smithers
Ave. Duration:
28h 25m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$69.48–$126.34

Bus operators

BC Bus North

Phone:
1-844-564-7494
Website:
bcbus.ca/
Bus from McBride, BC - Train Station to Prince
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$29.06–$40.43
Bus from Prince George, BC to Smithers
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$40.43–$56.85
Bus from Terrance Skeena Mall to Smithers
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$27.79–$39.16

EBus Canada

Phone:
1-877-769-3287
Email:
info@myebus.ca
Website:
myebus.ca/
Bus from Kamloops, BC - Sahali Mall to Prince
Ave. Duration:
6h 30m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$63.17–$82.12

Rider Express

Phone:
1-833-583-3636
Email:
contact@riderexpress.ca
Website:
riderexpress.ca/
Bus from Banff, AB to Kamloops,
Ave. Duration:
7h 15m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$82.12–$107.39

Banff Transportation Group

Phone:
+1 403 762 0000
Email:
INFO@BANFFTRANSPORTATION.COM
Website:
banfftransportation.com/
Bus from Banff, AB to Calgary
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
On demand

Mountain Park Transportation

Phone:
+1-403-522-2700
Email:
info@mtnparktrans.com
Website:
mtnparktrans.com/
Bus from Banff, AB to Calgary
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$52.90

Roam Transit

Phone:
+1 403-762-0606
Website:
roamtransit.com
Bus from Banff High School Transit Hub to Lake
Ave. Duration:
47 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$6.32–$11.08

Sundog Transportation and Tours

Phone:
1-888-786-3641
Email:
info@sundogtours.com
Website:
sundogtours.com/
Bus from Lake Louise, AB to Jasper,
Ave. Duration:
2h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$21.48–$58.11

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Banff to Smithers is to bus and train which costs $103.26 - $228.26 and takes 17h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Banff to Smithers is to shuttle and fly which takes 6h 46m and costs $173.91 - $597.83 .

Is there a direct bus between Banff and Smithers?

No, there is no direct bus from Banff to Smithers. However, there are services departing from Banff, AB and arriving at Smithers Mall via Kamloops, BC - Sahali Mall and Prince George, BC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Banff and Smithers?

No, there is no direct train from Banff to Smithers. However, there are services departing from Banff and arriving at Smithers via Jasper. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3 days 19h.

How far is it from Banff to Smithers?

The distance between Banff and Smithers is 1115 km. The road distance is 1030.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Banff to Smithers without a car is to bus and train which takes 17h 51m and costs $103.26 - $228.26 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 46m to get from Banff to Smithers, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Banff to Smithers bus from?

Banff to Smithers bus services, operated by Rider Express, depart from Banff, AB station.

Where do I catch the Banff to Smithers train from?

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

Train or bus from Banff to Smithers?

The best way to get from Banff to Smithers is to train which takes 3 days 19h and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $152.17 - $217.39 and takes 20h 45m.

Where does the Banff to Smithers bus arrive?

Banff to Smithers bus services, operated by Rider Express, arrive at Kamloops, BC station.

What is the time difference between Banff and Smithers?

Smithers is 1h behind Banff. It is currently 00:33 in Banff and 23:33 in Smithers.

Where does the Banff to Smithers train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Banff to Smithers?

Yes, the driving distance between Banff to Smithers is 1031 km. It takes approximately 13h 4m to drive from Banff to Smithers.

Where can I stay near Smithers?

There are 11+ hotels available in Smithers. Prices start at $68.25 per night.
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