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Canmore to Banff Bus Schedule

Bus from Canmore to Banff: Journey Information

There are 42 intercity buses per day from Canmore to Banff. Traveling by bus from Canmore to Banff usually takes around 27 minutes, but the fastest Ebus bus can make the trip in 20 minutes.

Distance11 mi (18 km)
Shortest duration0h 20m
Cheapest price€7.20
Trips per day42
Most frequent serviceThe Fairy Bus
Bus lines5

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Price trends for buses from Canmore to Banff

Average bus ticket prices from Canmore to Banff by travel date

€25€17€8AprApr

Monthly avg. prices

€21€17€13€8€4MJJASONDJFMA

What bus companies travel from Canmore to Banff?

There are 5 bus lines from Canmore to Banff available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 32 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 32m€24.53
Ebus10h 20m€12.28
FlixBus US30h 25m€9.15
Rider Express20h 33m€26.60
The Fairy Bus320h 25m€10.44
  • Book Banff Explorer from Canmore to Banff from €24. There are 10 trips per day offered by Banff Explorer from Canmore to Banff and you can expect on average to pay for a Banff Explorer ticket to Banff. In Canmore, Banff Explorer departs to Banff from Northwinds By Basecamp . In Banff, Banff Explorer arrives at Mount Royal Hotel (Coach Bus Parking) .

    An average trip on Banff Explorer from Canmore to Banff takes 0 hours and 32 minutes , while the fastest available Banff Explorer trip will get you to Banff 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 Banff.

  • 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 Canmore to Banff, you can expect Wi-Fi, power outlets, and onboard restrooms on the ebus coach. On ebus' 1 daily trips from Canmore to Banff, the journey usually takes about 0 hours and 20 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 Canmore to Banff, 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 Canmore to Banff from €10. There are 32 trips per day offered by The Fairy Bus from Canmore to Banff and you can expect on average to pay for a The Fairy Bus ticket to Banff. In Canmore, The Fairy Bus departs to Banff from Northwinds By Basecamp . In Banff, The Fairy Bus arrives at Samesun Hostel | Banff International and 2 other stations.

    An average trip on The Fairy Bus from Canmore to Banff takes 0 hours and 25 minutes , while the fastest available The Fairy Bus trip will get you to Banff in 0 hours and 20 minutes .

    On weekends, The Fairy Bus offers 32 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Banff.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Canmore to Banff

The bus takes an average of 27 minutes to cover the 11 miles from Canmore to Banff. 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 Canmore to Banff 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 7:00am and the last bus leaves at 10:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Canmore to Banff, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 42 scheduled buses that travel from Canmore to Banff 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 Canmore to Banff without transferring.

City Information

Station Information

Where does the bus leave from in Canmore?

Main departure station: Northwinds By Basecamp

Buses to Banff leave from 3 stations in Canmore.

All bus stations in Canmore:

  • Northwinds By Basecamp

  • 2 Ave at Nortwinds Hotel

  • 1731 Mountain Ave

Where does the bus arrive in Banff?

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

Buses arrive in Banff at 4 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.

All bus stations in Banff:

  • Mount Royal Hotel (Coach Bus Parking)

  • Samesun Hostel | Banff International

  • Wrong country

  • Brewster Sightseeing - 100 Gopher St

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