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Canmore to Banff Bus Schedule
Bus from Canmore to Banff: Journey Information
There are 25 intercity buses per day from Canmore to Banff. Traveling by bus from Canmore to Banff usually takes around 27 minutes, but the fastest Ebus bus can make the trip in 20 minutes.
| Distance | 11 mi (18 km) |
| Shortest duration | 0h 20m |
| Cheapest price | $12.26 |
| Trips per day | 25 |
| Most frequent service | The Fairy Bus |
| Bus lines | 5 |
How much is a bus ticket from Canmore to Banff?
Bus tickets for a trip from Canmore to Banff cost $19.56 on average. This is an excellent value for the trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price
Monthly avg. prices
What bus companies travel from Canmore to Banff?
There are 5 bus lines from Canmore to Banff available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 26 daily trips, The Fairy Bus usually has the most buses running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Banff Explorer | 9 | 0h 32m | $39.71 |
| Ebus | 1 | 0h 21m | $19.67 |
| FlixBus US | 3 | 0h 25m | $15.13 |
| Rider Express | 2 | 0h 33m | $29.12 |
| The Fairy Bus | 26 | 0h 25m | $16.81 |
Book Banff Explorer from Canmore to Banff from $39. There are 9 Banff Explorer schedules from Canmore to Banff and you can expect on average to pay for a Banff Explorer ticket to Banff. In Canmore, Banff Explorer departs to Banff from Northwinds By Basecamp and no other station. In Banff, Banff Explorer arrives at Mount Royal Hotel (Coach Bus Parking) and no other station.
An average trip on Banff Explorer from Canmore to Banff takes 0 hours and 32 minutes , while the fastest available Banff Explorer trip will get you to Banff in 0 hours and 20 minutes .
On weekends, Banff Explorer offers 9 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway trip to Banff.
ebus is a family-owned bus carrier that serves Alberta and British Columbia. ebus service offers passengers a comfortable yet budget-friendly way to travel. On your trip from Canmore to Banff, you can expect Wi-Fi, power outlets, and onboard restrooms on the ebus coach. On ebus' 1 daily trips from Canmore to Banff, the journey usually takes about 0 hours and 21 minutes.
FlixBus US is the American branch of German bus company FlixBus, known for providing sustainable, affordable, and modern bus travel. The company offers cheap bus tickets to popular urban destinations throughout the United States. FlixBus US buses include many amenities, including comfortable seats, free WiFi, power outlets at every seat, and an online portal for free entertainment. On average, FlixBus US operates 3 trips per day from Canmore to Banff, and the average ticket for this route costs only .
Book The Fairy Bus from Canmore to Banff from $17. There are 26 The Fairy Bus schedules from Canmore to Banff and you can expect on average to pay for a The Fairy Bus ticket to Banff. In Canmore, The Fairy Bus departs to Banff from Northwinds By Basecamp and no other station. In Banff, The Fairy Bus arrives at Samesun Hostel | Banff International and 1 other station.
An average trip on The Fairy Bus from Canmore to Banff takes 0 hours and 25 minutes , while the fastest available The Fairy Bus trip will get you to Banff in 0 hours and 20 minutes .
On weekends, The Fairy Bus offers 28 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway trip to Banff.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Canmore to Banff
The bus takes an average of 27 minutes to cover the 18 kilometers from Canmore to Banff. However, the fastest bus only takes 20 minutes. It's a short trip that goes by very quickly. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
"Sunday tends to be the busiest day for buses, as many passengers take the bus to Banff at the end of the week. If you are planning to travel on a Sunday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the bus, traveling mid-week is your best bet."
The first bus leaves at 7:00am and the last bus leaves at 10:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Canmore to Banff, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Canmore?
Main departure station: Northwinds By Basecamp
Buses to Banff leave from 3 stations in Canmore.
All bus stations in Canmore:
Northwinds By Basecamp
2 Ave at Nortwinds Hotel
1731 Mountain Ave
Where does the bus arrive in Banff?
Main arrival station: Mount Royal Hotel (Coach Bus Parking)
Buses arrive in Banff at 3 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.
Bus stations in Banff:
Mount Royal Hotel (Coach Bus Parking)
Samesun Hostel | Banff International
Brewster Sightseeing - 100 Gopher St
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