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Banff to Lake Louise Bus Schedule

Bus from Banff to Lake Louise: Journey Information

There are 4 intercity buses per day from Banff to Lake Louise. Traveling by bus from Banff to Lake Louise usually takes around 44 minutes, but the fastest Ebus bus can make the trip in 40 minutes.

Distance31 mi (50 km)
Shortest duration0h 40m
Cheapest price€8.60
Trips per day4
Most frequent serviceFlixBus US
Bus lines3

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How much is a bus ticket from Banff to Lake Louise?

Bus tickets for a trip from Banff to Lake Louise cost €12.41 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.

Average bus ticket prices from Banff to Lake Louise by travel date

€26€17€9JanJan

Bus tickets from Banff to Lake Louise are expected to cost between €17 and €23 over the next four weeks. If you're planning a trip to Lake Louise within the next week, you can find the cheapest bus tickets starting from €20. Don't wait too long to book your ticket, as prices tend to rise as the travel date approaches.

Monthly avg. prices

€65€52€39€26€13FMAMJJASONDJ
If you're on the hunt for the cheapest bus tickets from Banff to Lake Louise, mark your calendar for February. During this period, you can expect to find the lowest average ticket price of the year, just €18. However, taking the bus from Banff to Lake Louise during July is not so cheap. This time of year, ticket prices often reach an average of €53. 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 bus companies travel from Banff to Lake Louise?

There are 3 bus lines from Banff to Lake Louise available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 4 daily trips, FlixBus US 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
Ebus10h 40m€12.49
FlixBus US40h 53m€10.01
Rider Express20h 43m€18.34
  • 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 Lake Louise, you can expect Wi-Fi, power outlets, and onboard restrooms on the ebus coach. On ebus' 1 daily trips from Banff to Lake Louise, the journey usually takes about 0 hours and 40 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 4 trips per day from Banff to Lake Louise, 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.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Banff to Lake Louise

The bus takes an average of 44 minutes to cover the 31 miles from Banff to Lake Louise. However, the fastest bus only takes 40 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.

Saturday is usually the day when buses are busiest, as many travelers take the bus to enjoy the weekend in Lake Louise. 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, 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 12:00am and the last bus leaves at 5:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Banff to Lake Louise, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 4 scheduled buses that travel from Banff to Lake Louise 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 Lake Louise without transferring.

City Information

Station Information

Where does the bus leave from in Banff?

Main departure station: Brewster Sightseeing - 100 Gopher St

Banff has two bus stations with service to Lake Louise.

All bus stations in Banff:

  • Brewster Sightseeing - 100 Gopher St

  • Mount Royal Hotel (Coach Bus Parking)

Where does the bus arrive in Lake Louise?

Main arrival station: Husky

These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Lake Louise.

All bus stations in Lake Louise:

  • Husky

  • Lk Louise (Lakeshore)

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