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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Downtown Calgary to Banff

Composite routes from Downtown Calgary to Banff

Cheapest
1 h 26 min
Car
128 km.
from $7

Transport providers

Bus operators

Red Arrow

Phone:
1-800-232-1958
Email:
info@redarrow.ca
Website:
redarrow.ca/
Bus from Calgary Downtown Ticket Office 606 5th Ave SW to Banff
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$41.98–$52.16

The Canada Bus

Phone:
+14036689600
Email:
info@thecanadabus.com
Website:
thecanadabus.com/
Bus from Calgary Downtown Ticket Office 606 5th Ave SW to Banff
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$29.26–$40.71

On-It Transit

Phone:
+1 403-938-3966
Email:
onitsupport@southland.ca
Website:
onitregionaltransit.ca/okotoks-commuter/
Bus from Calgary Downtown Ticket Office 606 5th Ave SW to Banff
Ave. Duration:
2h 37m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$7.00–$10.18

Train operators

Rocky Mountaineer

Phone:
1-877-460-3200
Email:
reservations@rockymountaineer.com
Website:
rockymountaineer.com/
Train from Calgary, AB to Banff,
Ave. Duration:
41h 31m
Frequency:
On demand

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Downtown Calgary to Banff?

The cheapest way to get from Downtown Calgary to Banff is to drive which costs $17.39 - $26.09 and takes 1h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Downtown Calgary to Banff?

The fastest way to get from Downtown Calgary to Banff is to drive which takes 1h 26m and costs $17.39 - $26.09 .

Is there a direct bus between Downtown Calgary and Banff?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Calgary Downtown Ticket Office 606 5th Ave SW and arriving at Banff - Behind Mount Royal Hotel. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Downtown Calgary and Banff?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Calgary, AB and arriving at Banff, AB. Services depart every 15 minutes. The journey takes approximately 41h 31m.

How far is it from Downtown Calgary to Banff?

The distance between Downtown Calgary and Banff is 131 km. The road distance is 128.1 km.

How do I travel from Downtown Calgary to Banff without a car?

The best way to get from Downtown Calgary to Banff without a car is to bus which takes 1h 45m and costs $5.98 - $44.57 .

How long does it take to get from Downtown Calgary to Banff?

The bus from Calgary Downtown Ticket Office 606 5th Ave SW to Banff - Behind Mount Royal Hotel takes 1h 45m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Downtown Calgary to Banff bus from?

Downtown Calgary to Banff bus services, operated by Red Arrow, depart from Calgary Downtown Ticket Office 606 5th Ave SW station.

Where do I catch the Downtown Calgary to Banff train from?

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

Train or bus from Downtown Calgary to Banff?

The best way to get from Downtown Calgary to Banff is to bus which takes 1h 45m and costs $5.98 - $44.57 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs and takes 41h 31m.

Where does the Downtown Calgary to Banff bus arrive?

Downtown Calgary to Banff bus services, operated by Red Arrow, arrive at Banff - Behind Mount Royal Hotel station.

Where does the Downtown Calgary to Banff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Downtown Calgary to Banff?

Yes, the driving distance between Downtown Calgary to Banff is 128 km. It takes approximately 1h 26m to drive from Downtown Calgary to Banff.

Where can I stay near Banff?

There are 352+ hotels available in Banff. Prices start at $50.70 per night.
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