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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Grand Forks to Banff

Composite routes from Grand Forks to Banff

Cheapest
7 h 31 min
Car
598 km.
from $32
Other
8 h 22 min
Bus, Plane
313 km.
from $237.28
13 h 57 min
312 km.
from $194.71
10 h 15 min
Bus, Plane
313 km.
from $486.63
8 h 43 min
Bus, Plane
313 km.
from $373.93
7 h 11 min
Plane
313 km.
from $303.73

Transport providers

Airlines

Air Canada

Website:
aircanada.com
Plane from Kelowna International Airport to Calgary
Ave. Duration:
1h 9m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.39–$483.46
Plane from Trail Airport to Calgary
Ave. Duration:
4h 13m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$203.56–$610.68

WestJet

Website:
westjet.com/
Plane from Kelowna International Airport to Calgary
Ave. Duration:
1h 12m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.78–$305.34
Plane from Cranbrook/Canadian Rockies International Airport to Calgary
Ave. Duration:
44 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$254.45–$699.74
Plane from Penticton Regional Airport to Calgary
Ave. Duration:
1h 11m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$127.23–$547.07
Plane from Trail Airport to Calgary
Ave. Duration:
5h 33m
Frequency:
Monday to Wednesday
Estimated price:
$407.12–$1,017.81

Flair Airlines

Website:
flyflair.com/
Plane from Kelowna International Airport to Calgary
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$52.16–$343.51

Bus operators

EBus Canada

Phone:
1-877-769-3287
Email:
info@myebus.ca
Website:
myebus.ca/
Bus from Kelowna, BC - Downtown 516 Lawrence Ave to Sorrento,
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$26.72–$34.35

Rider Express

Phone:
1-833-583-3636
Email:
contact@riderexpress.ca
Website:
riderexpress.ca/
Bus from Sorrento - EB to Banff,
Ave. Duration:
6h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$69.97–$95.42

Mountain Man Mikes Bus Service

Phone:
+1 778 382 7729
Email:
info@mountainmanmikes.ca
Website:
mountainmanmikes.ca/
Bus from Grand Forks, BC to Nelson,
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$45.80–$61.07
Bus from Nelson, BC - 512 Railway Street to Cranbrook,
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$57.25–$76.34
Bus from Grand Forks - 1512 Central Ave to Osoyoos,
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$44.53–$58.52

Banff Transportation Group

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

Mountain Park Transportation

Phone:
+1-403-522-2700
Email:
info@mtnparktrans.com
Website:
mtnparktrans.com/
Bus from Calgary Airport to Banff,
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$53.27

Silver City Stagelines LTD

Phone:
(778) 760-1891
Email:
info@fritztravels.com
Website:
fritztravels.com/
Bus from Grand Forks, BC to Kelowna,
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$34.75–$63.61
Bus from Grand Forks, BC to Nelson,
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$34.75–$57.25

BC Transit - South Okanagan-Similkameen

Phone:
1-844-442-2212
Website:
bctransit.com/south-okanagan-similkameen/
Bus from Main & 89th St to Peachtree
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$1.74

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Grand Forks to Banff?

The cheapest way to get from Grand Forks to Banff is to drive which costs $76.09 - $119.57 and takes 7h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Grand Forks to Banff?

The fastest way to get from Grand Forks to Banff is to drive and fly and shuttle which takes 7h 11m and costs $141.30 - $467.39 .

Is there a direct bus between Grand Forks and Banff?

No, there is no direct bus from Grand Forks to Banff. However, there are services departing from Grand Forks, BC and arriving at Banff, AB via Orchard Park Exchange Bay B, Kelowna, BC - Downtown 516 Lawrence Ave and Sorrento - EB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 57m.

How far is it from Grand Forks to Banff?

The distance between Grand Forks and Banff is 755 km. The road distance is 598.4 km.

How do I travel from Grand Forks to Banff without a car?

The best way to get from Grand Forks to Banff without a car is to bus which takes 13h 57m and costs $108.70 - $173.91 .

How long does it take to get from Grand Forks to Banff?

It takes approximately 8h 22m to get from Grand Forks to Banff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Grand Forks to Banff bus from?

Grand Forks to Banff bus services, operated by Silver City Stagelines LTD, depart from Grand Forks, BC station.

Where does the Grand Forks to Banff bus arrive?

Grand Forks to Banff bus services, operated by Silver City Stagelines LTD, arrive at Kelowna, BC station.

What is the time difference between Grand Forks and Banff?

Banff is 1h ahead of Grand Forks. It is currently 23:56 in Grand Forks and 00:56 in Banff.

Can I drive from Grand Forks to Banff?

Yes, the driving distance between Grand Forks to Banff is 598 km. It takes approximately 7h 31m to drive from Grand Forks to Banff.

Where can I stay near Banff?

There are 353+ hotels available in Banff. Prices start at $48.79 per night.
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