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Banff - Vancouver Bus Schedule

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Journey Information

There is one daily bus from Banff to Vancouver. Traveling by bus from Banff to Vancouver usually takes around 11 hours and 55 minutes, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.

Distance358 mi (577 km)
Shortest duration11h 55m
Cheapest price$119.13
Trips per day1
Most frequent serviceRider Express
Bus lines1

How much is a bus ticket from Banff to Vancouver?

Bus tickets for a trip from Banff to Vancouver cost $119.15 on average. Bus tickets on this route can be a bit expensive due to the length of the trip. But even with a higher price tag, taking the bus is often more affordable than flying to Vancouver. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.

Monthly avg. prices

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Bus tickets from Banff to Vancouver are usually around $121 and prices do not fluctuate very much throughout the year.

Prices as travel date approaches

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The easiest way to save money on bus tickets is by booking in advance! Many carriers increase prices as the travel date approaches, so it's always a good idea to buy your tickets as early as possible. Book at least 22 days in advance to save $0.62 or more on your ticket, compared to booking at the last minute.

What bus companies travel from Banff to Vancouver?

There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Banff to Vancouver. Rider Express is the only company that has bus schedules available to search and book at the moment. It only makes the trip once a day on most days.

BusDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Rider Express111h 55m$119.76
  • 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

The bus takes an average of 11 hours and 55 minutes to cover the 358 miles from Banff to Vancouver. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road 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.

Friday is the busiest travel day for buses as people head from Banff to Vancouver for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.

On the other hand, Thursday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Thursday ticket is the way to go.

There is usually only one bus per day from Banff to Vancouver. It leaves the station in Banff at 10:00am each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.

There is usually only one bus per day from Banff to Vancouver. Fortunately, this happens to be a direct bus, meaning that you do not have to get on a different bus at any point during your trip.

City Information

Vancouver

Vancouver is a trendy diverse city in British Columbia, known for its eclectic shopping, fresh seafood, and unique scenic setting between snow-capped mountains and urban beaches. Vancouver is sometimes called "Hollywood North" due to the amount of movies and TV shows filmed in the area. If you're lucky, you may even stumble upon a movie set as you're walking around town!

If you're looking for the best restaurants, shops and nightlife, cobblestoned Gastown is the perfect neighborhood to explore. Biking around the gorgeous Stanley Park in downtown Vancouver is rivaled only by hiking and skiing on nearby Grouse Mountain, which offers stunning views of the city on clear days.

Vancouver International Airport is conveniently close to downtown, and also one of the biggest gateways for international travel on the West Coast of North America. From Vancouver, it's easy to travel into the U.S. to Seattle by bus or train, or to other B.C. destinations like Kamloops and Kelowna to experience more of the province's natural beauty.

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 Vancouver?

Main arrival station: Pacific Central Station - Rider Express Booth

All buses from Banff arrive at one main station in Vancouver.

All bus stations in Vancouver:

  • Pacific Central Station - Rider Express Booth

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