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Journey Information
There are 4 intercity coaches per day from Edmonton to Banff. Traveling by coach from Edmonton to Banff usually takes around 7 hours and 37 minutes, but the fastest Rider Express coach can make the trip in 5 hours and 40 minutes.
Distance | 186 mi (299 km) |
Shortest duration | 5h 40m |
Cheapest price | €70.74 |
Trips per day | 4 |
Most frequent service | Rider Express |
Coach lines | 1 |
How much is a coach ticket from Edmonton to Banff?
€70.74 is the average price of a bus ticket from Edmonton to Banff. Any tickets cheaper than €70.74 can be considered a good 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.
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What coach companies travel from Edmonton to Banff?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Edmonton to Banff. Rider Express connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Rider Express | 4 | 7h 38m | €71.40 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The coach takes an average of 7 hours and 37 minutes to cover the 186 miles from Edmonton to Banff. However, the fastest coach only takes 5 hours and 40 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road 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.
"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, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the coach, traveling mid-week is your best bet."
The first coach leaves at 14:00 and the last coach leaves at 18:00. To see the times for all coaches from Edmonton to Banff, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Edmonton
An urban center coexisting peacefully with nature, Edmonton offers plenty of exciting outdoor activities that will keep you engaged. One of the city’s most notable trails is the North Saskatchewan River Trail, which features 150 km of trails. Adventure-seekers can explore the trail on bikes or on foot, and the scenery will certainly amaze you. If you wish to explore the city’s art scene or cultural life, head over to Downtown Spark, which is an immersive art program made by local artists. For those who just want to lay back and enjoy the sun, the perfect spot would be Sir Wilfrid Laurier Park.
If you are looking for a unique pub experience, head over to Central Social Hall, which offers amazing local dishes. For those who are simply looking for a cup of coffee, Nook Cafe considers itself to be the coziest hangout spot around.
The city’s primary railway station is the Edmonton Train Station, which is served by VIA Rail. The city’s principal airport is the Edmonton International Airport, which is located 14 miles south-southwest of the city.
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Edmonton?
Main departure station: Southgate LRT 2217
Edmonton has two coach stations with service to Banff.
All coach stations in Edmonton:
Southgate LRT 2217
Downtown - 10180 105 St NW
Where does the coach arrive in Banff?
Main arrival station: Brewster Sightseeing - 100 Gopher St
All coaches from Edmonton arrive at one main station in Banff.
Coach stations in Banff:
Brewster Sightseeing - 100 Gopher St
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