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Banff to Lake Louise Bus Schedule
Bus from Banff to Lake Louise: Journey Information
There are 9 intercity buses per day from Banff to Lake Louise. Traveling by bus from Banff to Lake Louise usually takes around one hour and 3 minutes, but the fastest Rider Express bus can make the trip in 40 minutes.
| Distance | 31 mi (50 km) |
| Shortest duration | 0h 40m |
| Cheapest price | $8.98 |
| Trips per day | 9 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus US |
| Bus lines | 4 |
How much is a bus ticket from Banff to Lake Louise?
Bus tickets for a trip from Banff to Lake Louise cost $21.75 on average. Opting to take a bus is a wallet-friendly way to make this trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
Monthly avg. prices
What bus companies travel from Banff to Lake Louise?
There are 4 bus lines from Banff to Lake Louise available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 6 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:
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Banff Explorer | 2 | 1h 45m | $57.81 |
| Cold Shot Bus | 2 | 0h 53m | $266.39 |
| FlixBus US | 6 | 1h 0m | $20.90 |
| Rider Express | 2 | 0h 44m | $24.39 |
Book Banff Explorer from Banff to Lake Louise from $57. There are 2 trips per day offered by Banff Explorer from Banff to Lake Louise and you can expect on average to pay for a Banff Explorer ticket to Lake Louise. In Banff, Banff Explorer departs to Lake Louise from Mount Royal Hotel (Coach Bus Parking) . In Lake Louise, Banff Explorer arrives at 1 Moraine Lake Rd. and one other station.
An average trip on Banff Explorer from Banff to Lake Louise takes 1 hours and 45 minutes , while the fastest available Banff Explorer trip will get you to Lake Louise in 0 hours and 40 minutes .
On weekends, Banff Explorer offers 2 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Lake Louise.
Cold Shot Bus has been operating in the Canadian province of Alberta since 2005. The regional bus company runs smaller shuttle buses with a maximum capacity of around 20 passengers. Because Cold Shot keeps prices low, passengers should expect a more basic experience without onboard Wi-Fi or power outlets. Cold Shot offers 2 daily trips on average from Banff to Lake Louise, with prices at an average of .
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 6 trips per day from Banff to Lake Louise, and the average ticket for this route costs only .
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Banff to Lake Louise
The bus takes an average of one hour and 3 minutes to cover the 31 miles from Banff to Lake Louise. However, the fastest bus only takes 40 minutes. You'll have just enough time for a small nap on this relatively short bus trip. 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.
Tuesday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Tuesday, 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.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Banff?
Main departure station: Mount Royal Hotel (Coach Bus Parking)
Buses to Lake Louise leave from 4 stations in Banff.
All bus stations in Banff:
Mount Royal Hotel (Coach Bus Parking)
Brewster Sightseeing - 100 Gopher St
Townsite - Brewster Sightseeing
Banff Springs Fairmont Hotel
Where does the bus arrive in Lake Louise?
Main arrival station: Husky
Buses arrive in Lake Louise at 5 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.
All bus stations in Lake Louise:
Husky
1 Moraine Lake Rd.
Lake Louise Bus Parking
Lk Louise (Lakeshore)
Lk Louise Parking
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