Cheap coach tickets from Banff to Golden
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Coach from Banff to Golden: Journey Information
There are 3 intercity coaches per day from Banff to Golden. Travelling by coach from Banff to Golden usually takes around 1 hour and 41 minutes, but the fastest Ebus coach can make the trip in 1 hour and 35 minutes.
- Distance
- 61 mi (98 km)
- Shortest duration
- 1h 35m
- Cheapest price
- £22.79
- Trips per day
- 3
- Most frequent service
- Rider Express
- Coach lines
- 2
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Banff to Golden Coach Timetable

There are several coach options that can take you from Banff to Golden:
See more detailsHow much is a coach ticket from Banff to Golden?
Coach tickets for a trip from Banff to Golden cost about £23 when you book at the cheapest time, 13 days ahead. Opting to take a coach is a wallet-friendly way to make this trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find coach tickets at or below this price.
Average coach ticket prices from Banff to Golden by travel date
If you're planning to travel by coach from Banff to Golden in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from £26 to £31. The cheapest coach tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on 6 November 2026. If you’re looking to travel to Golden this week, coach tickets are available starting at £26.
Average coach ticket prices from Banff to Golden by month
Taking the coach from Banff to Golden is usually cheapest in April, when the average ticket price is only £26. If you're planning to take the coach from Banff to Golden during March, keep in mind that coach ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of £36. However, booking your trip in advance can help you score a ticket at a better price.
Prices as travel date approaches
Most coach companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your coach tickets as early as possible. To find the cheapest coach tickets, book your trip at least 13 days in advance. This way, you can save up to £7.95 on your coach ticket compared to booking last-minute.
What coach companies travel from Banff to Golden?
There are two coach lines that have daily service from Banff to Golden that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, Rider Express usually offers more choice, with 2 scheduled trips per day.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ebus | 2 | 1h 35m | £31.26 |
| Rider Express | 2 | 1h 44m | £23.64 |
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 Golden, you can expect Wi-Fi, power sockets, and onboard toilets on the ebus coach. On ebus' 2 daily trips from Banff to Golden, the journey usually takes about 1 hour and 35 minutes.
Frequently asked questions about travelling by coach from Banff to Golden
There are 3 scheduled coaches that travel from Banff to Golden 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 Golden without transferring.
Trips per day
3
Direct trips
3
The coach takes an average of 1 hour and 41 minutes to cover the 61 miles from Banff to Golden. However, the fastest coach only takes 1 hour and 35 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.
Distance (mi)
61
Distance (km)
98
The first coach leaves at 0:10 and the last coach leaves at 10:50. To see the times for all coaches from Banff to Golden, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
Earliest coach
12:10am
Latest coach
10:50am
Thursday is usually the day of the week when coaches are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Thursday, 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.
Most crowded
Thursday
Least crowded
Tuesday
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 Golden?
Main arrival station: Husky/Esso at 1050 Trans-Canada Hwy
These are the two stations where coaches may stop when they arrive in Golden.
Coach stations in Golden:
- Husky/Esso at 1050 Trans-Canada Hwy
- 1417 N Trans Canada Highway
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