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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Lake Louise, Ab to Banff

Composite routes from Lake Louise, Ab to Banff

Cheapest
44 min
Car
57 km.
from $3

Transport providers

Bus operators

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Lake Louise, AB to Banff,
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$6.36–$38.17

Rider Express

Phone:
1-833-583-3636
Email:
contact@riderexpress.ca
Website:
riderexpress.ca/
Bus from Lake Louise, AB to Banff,
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$31.81–$40.71

Mountain Park Transportation

Phone:
+1-403-522-2700
Email:
info@mtnparktrans.com
Website:
mtnparktrans.com/
Bus from Wilson Moutain Sports, Lake Louise to Moose
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
On demand

Brewster Express

Phone:
1-866-606-6700
Website:
banffjaspercollection.com/brewster-express/
Bus from Lake Louise, AB to Banff,
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$33.08–$45.80

Sundog Transportation and Tours

Phone:
1-888-786-3641
Email:
info@sundogtours.com
Website:
sundogtours.com/
Bus from Lake Louise, AB to Banff,
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$5.34–$15.27

Train operators

Rocky Mountaineer

Phone:
1-877-460-3200
Email:
reservations@rockymountaineer.com
Website:
rockymountaineer.com/
Train from Lake Louise to Banff
Ave. Duration:
12h 6m
Frequency:
On demand
Train from Lake Louise, AB to Banff,
Ave. Duration:
25h
Frequency:
On demand

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Lake Louise, AB to Banff is to drive which costs $7.61 - $11.96 and takes 45 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Lake Louise, AB to Banff is to drive which takes 45 min and costs $7.61 - $11.96 .

Is there a direct bus between Lake Louise, AB and Banff?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Lake Louise, AB and arriving at Banff, AB. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Lake Louise, AB and Banff?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Lake Louise and arriving at Banff. Services depart every 30 minutes. The journey takes approximately 12h 6m.

How far is it from Lake Louise, AB to Banff?

The distance between Lake Louise, AB and Banff is 58 km. The road distance is 57.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Lake Louise, AB to Banff without a car is to bus which takes 1h 22m and costs $4.57 - $39.13 .

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

The bus from Lake Louise, AB to Banff, AB takes 1h 15m including transfers and departs five times a day.

Where do I catch the Lake Louise, AB to Banff bus from?

Lake Louise, AB to Banff bus services, operated by Brewster Express, depart from Lake Louise, AB station.

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

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

Train or bus from Lake Louise, AB to Banff?

The best way to get from Lake Louise, AB to Banff is to bus which takes 1h 22m and costs $4.57 - $39.13 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs and takes 12h 13m.

Where does the Lake Louise, AB to Banff bus arrive?

Lake Louise, AB to Banff bus services, operated by Brewster Express, arrive at Banff, AB station.

Where does the Lake Louise, AB to Banff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lake Louise, AB to Banff?

Yes, the driving distance between Lake Louise, AB to Banff is 58 km. It takes approximately 45 min to drive from Lake Louise, AB to Banff.

How do I get a bus ticket from Lake Louise, AB to Banff?

Book your Lake Louise, AB to Banff bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Banff?

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