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Banff - Calgary Coach Timetable

Coach
Rider Express
  1. Sun,
  2. Tue,
  3. Fri
4:50 AM
BanffBrewster Sightseeing - 100 Gopher St
6:20 AM
CalgaryWestbrook Mall between exits 5-6
from £33.52
Coach
Rider Express
  1. Sun,
  2. Mon,
  3. Tue,
  4. Wed,
  5. Thu,
  6. Fri
9:30 PM
BanffBrewster Sightseeing - 100 Gopher St
11:25 PM
CalgaryCalgary - Marlborough Mall
from £33.52
Coach
Rider Express
  1. Sun,
  2. Mon,
  3. Tue,
  4. Wed,
  5. Thu,
  6. Fri
9:30 PM
BanffBrewster Sightseeing - 100 Gopher St
10:55 PM
CalgaryWestbrook Mall between exits 5-6
from £33.52

Journey Information

There are 3 intercity coaches per day from Banff to Calgary. Traveling by coach from Banff to Calgary usually takes around one hour and 38 minutes, but the fastest Rider Express coach can make the trip in just one hour and 25 minutes.

Distance66 mi (106 km)
Shortest duration1h 25m
Cheapest price£33.00
Trips per day3
Most frequent serviceRider Express
Coach lines1

How much is a coach ticket from Banff to Calgary?

£33.16 is the average price of a bus ticket from Banff to Calgary. Any tickets cheaper than £33.16 can be considered a great deal. It’s easy to find a bus ticket at this price or lower when you use Wanderu to book your trip online in advance of your travel date.

Monthly average prices

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If you're on the hunt for the cheapest bus tickets from Banff to Calgary, mark your calendar for November. During this period, you can expect to find the lowest average ticket price of the year, just £30. However, taking the bus from Banff to Calgary during July is not so cheap. This time of year, ticket prices often reach an average of £36. The best way to find deals on a trip in July is to plan ahead and book your bus ticket as early as possible.

What coach companies travel from Banff to Calgary?

There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Banff to Calgary. Rider Express connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.

CoachDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Rider Express31h 38m£33.25
  • Rider Express is a bus company with services across several provinces in Canada with daily stops at major cities like Regina, Edmonton, Calgary, and Vancouver. Rider Express is known for their friendly customer service, the cleanliness of vehicles, and the onboard WiFi.

Frequently Asked Questions

The coach takes an average of one hour and 38 minutes to cover the 66 miles from Banff to Calgary. However, the fastest coach only takes an hour and 25 minutes. You'll have just enough time for a small nap on this relatively short coach trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.

Saturday is usually the day when coaches are busiest, as many travelers take the coach to enjoy the weekend in Calgary. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.

On the other hand, Tuesday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Tuesday ticket is the way to go.

The first coach leaves at 04:00 and the last coach leaves at 21:00. To see the times for all coaches from Banff to Calgary, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 3 scheduled coaches that travel from Banff to Calgary every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct coaches which you can take the entire route from Banff to Calgary without transferring.

City Information

Calgary

Originally an outpost for the mounted police, Calgary has recently transformed into a commercial powerhouse and a top-tier destination for visitors of Canada. That said, the city’s rural traces are still quite prominent, making it a great spot for everyone. One of the most iconic destinations in the city is the WinSport Canada Olympic Park, which is a tribute to the 1988 Winter Olympics. Interested travelers could take up ski lessons here, or they can simply stroll around Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame, which houses the largest collection in the competition’s history. Another great destination you should check out is the Glenbow Museum, which features amazing collections on the First Nations as well as military memorabilia. If you simply want to stroll around and enjoy a good view, Prince's Island Park, with tree-lined trails, will also be a great choice.

Its nickname Cowtown is true: Alberta beef is the staple local specialty. If you are looking for a bite of this amazing delicacy, head over to Silver Inn Restaurant. Another great local favorite is cheese buns from Glamorgan Bakery, which sells out quite quickly.

The main bus station in Calgary is the Downtown Greyhound Station located at 850 16 St SW. It is served by several leading bus carriers, including Greyhound, Cold Shot, Ebus, Rider Express and Red Arrow. The city currently does not have a dedicated intercity rail service. The city’s main airport is the Calgary International Airport, which is located northeast of the city itself.

Station Information

Where does the coach leave from in Banff?

Main departure station: Brewster Sightseeing - 100 Gopher St

Most coaches depart from the main station in Banff.

All coach stations in Banff:

  • Brewster Sightseeing - 100 Gopher St

Where does the coach arrive in Calgary?

Main arrival station: Westbrook Mall between exits 5-6

These are the two stations where coaches may stop when they arrive in Calgary.

Coach stations in Calgary:

  • Westbrook Mall between exits 5-6

  • Calgary - Marlborough Mall

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