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Banff to Canmore Coach Timetable
Coach from Banff to Canmore: Journey Information
There are 50 intercity coaches per day from Banff to Canmore. Traveling by coach from Banff to Canmore usually takes around 24 minutes, but the fastest The Fairy Bus coach can make the trip in 15 minutes.
| Distance | 11 mi (18 km) |
| Shortest duration | 0h 15m |
| Cheapest price | £6.78 |
| Trips per day | 50 |
| Most frequent service | The Fairy Bus |
| Coach lines | 6 |
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What coach companies travel from Banff to Canmore?
There are 6 bus lines from Banff to Canmore available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 38 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:
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Banff Explorer | 11 | 0h 30m | £16.11 |
| Ebus | 1 | 0h 21m | £7.55 |
| FlixBus US | 8 | 0h 20m | £8.66 |
| Red Arrow Motorcoach | 1 | 0h 25m | £11.68 |
| Rider Express | 2 | 0h 28m | £23.56 |
| The Fairy Bus | 38 | 0h 23m | £13.61 |
Book Banff Explorer from Banff to Canmore from £16. There are 11 Banff Explorer schedules from Banff to Canmore and you can expect on average to pay for a Banff Explorer ticket to Canmore. In Banff, Banff Explorer departs to Canmore from Mount Royal Hotel (Coach Bus Parking) and no other station. In Canmore, Banff Explorer arrives at Northwinds By Basecamp and no other station.
An average trip on Banff Explorer from Banff to Canmore takes 0 hours and 30 minutes , while the fastest available Banff Explorer trip will get you to Canmore in 0 hours and 15 minutes .
On weekends, Banff Explorer offers 9 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to Canmore.
ebus is a family-owned coach carrier that serves Alberta and British Columbia. ebus service offers passengers a comfortable yet budget-friendly way to travel. On your trip from Banff to Canmore, you can expect Wi-Fi, power outlets, and onboard restrooms on the ebus coach. On ebus' 1 daily trips from Banff to Canmore, 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 8 trips per day from Banff to Canmore, and the average ticket for this route costs only .
Red Arrow coaches connect popular destinations throughout Alberta in luxurious coaches with the best amenities. Passengers enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi, movies, power outlets, and extra legroom. Free water and snacks available for purchase round out the high-end vehicle's offerings. Red Arrow runs 1 trips each day from Banff to Canmore, and tickets on this route usually cost about .
Book The Fairy Bus from Banff to Canmore from £13. There are 38 The Fairy Bus schedules from Banff to Canmore and you can expect on average to pay for a The Fairy Bus ticket to Canmore. In Banff, The Fairy Bus departs to Canmore from Samesun Hostel | Banff International and 2 other stations. In Canmore, The Fairy Bus arrives at Northwinds By Basecamp and no other station.
An average trip on The Fairy Bus from Banff to Canmore takes 0 hours and 23 minutes , while the fastest available The Fairy Bus trip will get you to Canmore in 0 hours and 15 minutes .
On weekends, The Fairy Bus offers 31 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to Canmore.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by coach from Banff to Canmore
The coach takes an average of 24 minutes to cover the 11 miles from Banff to Canmore. However, the fastest coach only takes 15 minutes. It's a short trip that goes by very quickly. 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 Canmore. 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, Thursday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Thursday ticket is the way to go.
The first coach leaves at 00:00 and the last coach leaves at 23:00. To see the times for all coaches from Banff to Canmore, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Banff?
Main departure station: Mount Royal Hotel (Coach Bus Parking)
Coaches to Canmore leave from 4 stations in Banff.
All coach stations in Banff:
Mount Royal Hotel (Coach Bus Parking)
Samesun Hostel | Banff International
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Where does the coach arrive in Canmore?
Main arrival station: Northwinds By Basecamp
Coaches arrive in Canmore at 3 stations, depending on which coach line you are traveling with.
Coach stations in Canmore:
Northwinds By Basecamp
2 Ave at Nortwinds Hotel
1731 Mountain Ave
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