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Banff to Golden Bus Schedule
Bus from Banff to Golden: Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Banff to Golden. Traveling by bus from Banff to Golden usually takes around one hour and 41 minutes, but the fastest Ebus bus can make the trip in just one hour and 35 minutes.
| Distance | 61 mi (98 km) |
| Shortest duration | 1h 35m |
| Cheapest price | $46.09 |
| Trips per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | Rider Express |
| Bus lines | 2 |
How much is a bus ticket from Banff to Golden?
Bus tickets for a trip from Banff to Golden cost $47.03 on average. Tickets cheaper than $47.03 are an excellent bargain. 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 Golden by travel date
Over the next four weeks, the average price of bus tickets from Banff to Golden is expected to be between $65 and $70. The cheapest day to travel in the next month is November 20, 2025, when tickets are available for November 20, 2025. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next week start at just $68.
Monthly avg. prices
What bus companies travel from Banff to Golden?
There are two bus 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.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ebus | 1 | 1h 35m | $47.27 |
| Rider Express | 2 | 1h 45m | $50.78 |
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 Golden, you can expect Wi-Fi, power outlets, and onboard restrooms on the ebus coach. On ebus' 1 daily trips from Banff to Golden, the journey usually takes about 1 hours and 35 minutes.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Banff to Golden
The bus takes an average of one hour and 41 minutes to cover the 61 miles from Banff to Golden. However, the fastest bus only takes an hour and 35 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.
Because many passengers travel from Banff to Golden 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 12:00am and the last bus leaves at 9:00am. To see the times for all buses from Banff to Golden, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Banff?
Main departure station: Brewster Sightseeing - 100 Gopher St
Most buses depart from the main station in Banff.
All bus stations in Banff:
Brewster Sightseeing - 100 Gopher St
Where does the bus arrive in Golden?
Main arrival station: Husky/Esso at 1050 Trans-Canada Hwy
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Golden.
All bus stations in Golden:
Husky/Esso at 1050 Trans-Canada Hwy
1417 N Trans Canada Highway
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