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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Thunder Bay to Banff

Composite routes from Thunder Bay to Banff

Cheapest
24 h 12 min
Car
2159 km.
from $118
Other
33 h 39 min
1900 km.
from $550.22
2 d 2 h 26 min
Bus, Train
1903 km.
from $329.28

Transport providers

Airlines

WestJet

Website:
westjet.com/
Plane from Thunder Bay International Airport to Calgary
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Thursday and Sunday
Estimated price:
$356.23–$699.74

Train operators

VIA Rail

Phone:
+1 888 842-7245
Website:
viarail.ca/en
Train from Portage la Prairie to Jasper
Ave. Duration:
32h 26m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$139.95–$190.84

Bus operators

Rider Express

Phone:
1-833-583-3636
Email:
contact@riderexpress.ca
Website:
riderexpress.ca/
Bus from Winnipeg, MB to Regina,
Ave. Duration:
7h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$95.42–$120.86
Bus from Regina, SK - 2820 B Avonhurst Dr to Edmonton
Ave. Duration:
9h 25m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$120.86–$165.39
Bus from Winnipeg, MB to Portage
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$36.90–$48.35

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:
$55.34

The Canada Bus

Phone:
+14036689600
Email:
info@thecanadabus.com
Website:
thecanadabus.com/
Bus from Edmonton, AB - Southgate LRT Station to Calgary
Ave. Duration:
2h 55m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$35.62–$49.62

Ontario Northland

Phone:
+1 705 472 4500
Email:
info@ontarionorthland.ca
Website:
ontarionorthland.ca/en
Bus from Thunder Bay to Winnipeg
Ave. Duration:
9h 4m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$89.06–$139.95

Sundog Transportation and Tours

Phone:
1-888-786-3641
Email:
info@sundogtours.com
Website:
sundogtours.com/
Bus from Jasper, AB to Banff,
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$27.99–$76.34

Banff Explorer

Phone:
+1 800 974 2850
Website:
banffexplorer.com
Bus from Calgary Airport to HI
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$47.33

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Thunder Bay to Banff?

The cheapest way to get from Thunder Bay to Banff is to bus and train which costs $250 - $391.30 and takes 2 days 2h.

What is the fastest way to get from Thunder Bay to Banff?

The fastest way to get from Thunder Bay to Banff is to fly and shuttle which takes 6h 25m and costs $228.26 - $652.17 .

Is there a direct bus between Thunder Bay and Banff?

No, there is no direct bus from Thunder Bay to Banff. However, there are services departing from Thunder Bay and arriving at HI Banff Alpine Centre via Winnipeg, MB, Regina, SK - 2820 B Avonhurst Dr, Edmonton, AB - Southgate LRT Station and Calgary Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 33h 39m.

How far is it from Thunder Bay to Banff?

The distance between Thunder Bay and Banff is 1937 km. The road distance is 2161.6 km.

How do I travel from Thunder Bay to Banff without a car?

The best way to get from Thunder Bay to Banff without a car is to bus which takes 33h 39m and costs $326.09 - $445.65 .

How long does it take to get from Thunder Bay to Banff?

It takes approximately 6h 25m to get from Thunder Bay to Banff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Thunder Bay to Banff bus from?

Thunder Bay to Banff bus services, operated by Ontario Northland, depart from Thunder Bay station.

Where does the Thunder Bay to Banff bus arrive?

Thunder Bay to Banff bus services, operated by Ontario Northland, arrive at Winnipeg station.

What is the time difference between Thunder Bay and Banff?

Banff is 2h behind Thunder Bay. It is currently 23:22 in Thunder Bay and 21:22 in Banff.

Can I drive from Thunder Bay to Banff?

Yes, the driving distance between Thunder Bay to Banff is 2162 km. It takes approximately 24h 18m to drive from Thunder Bay 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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