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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Smithers to Banff National Park

Composite routes from Smithers to Banff National Park

Cheapest
12 h 51 min
Car
1030 km.
from $56
Other
18 h 35 min
Bus, Train
871 km.
from $153.16
3 d 15 h 31 min
872 km.
Select a ticket
8 h 58 min
Bus, Plane
871 km.
from $307.34
20 h 42 min
870 km.
from $271.08

Transport providers

Airlines

Air Canada

Website:
aircanada.com
Plane from Smithers Airport to Calgary
Ave. Duration:
6h 13m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.28–$636.13
Plane from Northwest Regional Airport Terrace-Kitimat to Calgary
Ave. Duration:
4h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.28–$636.13

WestJet

Website:
westjet.com/
Plane from Northwest Regional Airport Terrace-Kitimat to Calgary
Ave. Duration:
2h 13m
Frequency:
Monday and Thursday
Estimated price:
$101.78–$445.29

Central Mountain Air

Website:
flycma.com/
Plane from Northwest Regional Airport Terrace-Kitimat to Calgary
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$343.51–$890.58

Train operators

Rocky Mountaineer

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

VIA Rail

Phone:
+1 888 842-7245
Website:
viarail.ca/en
Train from McBride to Jasper
Ave. Duration:
3h 42m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$24.17–$95.42
Train from Smithers to Jasper
Ave. Duration:
25h 36m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$76.34–$139.95

Bus operators

BC Bus North

Phone:
1-844-564-7494
Website:
bcbus.ca/
Bus from Smithers Mall to Prince
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$41.98–$58.52
Bus from Prince George, BC to McBride,
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$30.53–$41.98
Bus from Smithers Mall to Terrance
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$29.26–$41.98

EBus Canada

Phone:
1-877-769-3287
Email:
info@myebus.ca
Website:
myebus.ca/
Bus from Prince George, BC - Terry Fox Statue to Kamloops,
Ave. Duration:
6h 30m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$63.61–$89.06

Rider Express

Phone:
1-833-583-3636
Email:
contact@riderexpress.ca
Website:
riderexpress.ca/
Bus from Kamloops, BC to Banff,
Ave. Duration:
7h 5m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$82.70–$108.14

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

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

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Smithers to Banff National Park is to bus and train which costs $103.26 - $239.13 and takes 18h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Smithers to Banff National Park is to fly and shuttle which takes 6h 43m and costs $239.13 - $652.17 .

Is there a direct bus between Smithers and Banff National Park?

No, there is no direct bus from Smithers to Banff National Park. However, there are services departing from Smithers Mall and arriving at Banff, AB via Prince George, BC - Terry Fox Statue and Kamloops, BC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Smithers and Banff National Park?

No, there is no direct train from Smithers to Banff National Park. However, there are services departing from Smithers and arriving at Banff via Jasper, AB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3 days 15h.

How far is it from Smithers to Banff National Park?

The distance between Smithers and Banff National Park is 1116 km. The road distance is 1030.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Smithers to Banff National Park without a car is to bus and train which takes 18h 35m and costs $103.26 - $239.13 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 43m to get from Smithers to Banff National Park, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Smithers to Banff National Park bus from?

Smithers to Banff National Park bus services, operated by BC Bus North, depart from Smithers Mall station.

Where do I catch the Smithers to Banff National Park train from?

Smithers to Banff National Park train services, operated by VIA Rail, depart from Smithers station.

Train or bus from Smithers to Banff National Park?

The best way to get from Smithers to Banff National Park is to train which takes 3 days 15h and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $152.17 - $228.26 and takes 20h 42m.

Where does the Smithers to Banff National Park bus arrive?

Smithers to Banff National Park bus services, operated by BC Bus North, arrive at Prince George, BC station.

Where does the Smithers to Banff National Park train arrive?

Smithers to Banff National Park train services, operated by VIA Rail, arrive at Jasper station.

Can I drive from Smithers to Banff National Park?

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

Where can I stay near Banff National Park?

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