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Banff to Canmore Bus Schedule

Bus from Banff to Canmore: Journey Information

There are 25 intercity buses per day from Banff to Canmore. Traveling by bus from Banff to Canmore usually takes around 26 minutes, but the fastest Ebus bus can make the trip in 20 minutes.

Distance11 mi (18 km)
Shortest duration0h 20m
Cheapest price$8.98
Trips per day25
Most frequent serviceThe Fairy Bus
Bus lines5

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How much is a bus ticket from Banff to Canmore?

Bus tickets for a trip from Banff to Canmore cost $14.52 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.

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Taking the bus from Banff to Canmore is usually cheapest in January, when the average ticket price is only $15. If you're planning to take the bus from Banff to Canmore during November, keep in mind that bus ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of $23. However, booking your trip in advance can help you score a ticket at a better price.

What bus companies travel from Banff to Canmore?

There are 5 bus lines from Banff to Canmore available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 28 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:

BusDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Banff Explorer100h 30m$21.90
Ebus10h 21m$14.56
FlixBus US30h 20m$12.71
Rider Express20h 28m$21.43
The Fairy Bus280h 26m$15.99
  • Book Banff Explorer from Banff to Canmore from $22. There are 10 trips per day offered by Banff Explorer 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) . In Canmore, Banff Explorer arrives at Northwinds By Basecamp .

    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 20 minutes .

    On weekends, Banff Explorer offers 10 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Canmore.

  • 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 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 3 trips per day from Banff to Canmore, and the average ticket for this route costs only .

  • 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.

  • Book The Fairy Bus from Banff to Canmore from $16. There are 28 trips per day offered by The Fairy Bus 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 one other station. In Canmore, The Fairy Bus arrives at Northwinds By Basecamp .

    An average trip on The Fairy Bus from Banff to Canmore takes 0 hours and 26 minutes , while the fastest available The Fairy Bus trip will get you to Canmore in 0 hours and 20 minutes .

    On weekends, The Fairy Bus offers 29 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Canmore.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Banff to Canmore

The bus takes an average of 26 minutes to cover the 11 miles from Banff to Canmore. 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.

Because many passengers travel from Banff to Canmore at the beginning of the work week, Monday is usually the busiest day for buses. If you are planning to travel on a Monday, 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 4:00am and the last bus leaves at 11:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Banff to Canmore, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 25 scheduled buses that travel from Banff to Canmore every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct buses which you can take the entire route from Banff to Canmore without transferring.

City Information

Station Information

Where does the bus leave from in Banff?

Main departure station: Mount Royal Hotel (Coach Bus Parking)

Buses to Canmore leave from 3 stations in Banff.

All bus stations in Banff:

  • Mount Royal Hotel (Coach Bus Parking)

  • Samesun Hostel | Banff International

  • Brewster Sightseeing - 100 Gopher St

Where does the bus arrive in Canmore?

Main arrival station: Northwinds By Basecamp

Buses arrive in Canmore at 3 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.

All bus stations in Canmore:

  • Northwinds By Basecamp

  • 2 Ave at Nortwinds Hotel

  • 1731 Mountain Ave

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