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Vernon to Banff Bus Schedule

Bus from Vernon to Banff: Journey Information

There are 2 intercity buses per day from Vernon to Banff. Traveling by bus from Vernon to Banff usually takes around 9 hours and 43 minutes, but the fastest Ebus bus can make the trip in 6 hours and 40 minutes.

Distance174 mi (280 km)
Shortest duration6h 40m
Cheapest price$82.97
Trips per day1
Most frequent serviceEbus
Bus lines2

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What bus companies travel from Vernon to Banff?

There are two bus lines that have daily service from Vernon to Banff that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, Ebus usually offers more choice, with 2 scheduled trips per day.

BusDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Ebus29h 48m$108.27
Rider Express17h 40m$92.00
  • 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 Vernon to Banff, you can expect Wi-Fi, power outlets, and onboard restrooms on the ebus coach. On ebus' 2 daily trips from Vernon to Banff, the journey usually takes about 9 hours and 48 minutes.

  • 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 Vernon to Banff

The bus takes an average of 9 hours and 43 minutes to cover the 174 miles from Vernon to Banff. However, the fastest bus only takes 6 hours and 40 minutes. 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.

Sunday tends to be the busiest day for buses, as many passengers take the bus to Banff at the end of the week. If you are planning to travel on a Sunday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.

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

The first bus leaves at 7:00am and the last bus leaves at 1:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Vernon to Banff, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are usually only 2 buses per day from Vernon to Banff. One bus is a direct connection, meaning that you can stay on the same vehicle for the entire trip, without having to transfer onto a connecting bus at any point.

City Information

Station Information

Where does the bus leave from in Vernon?

Main departure station: Esso Station

Most buses depart from the main station in Vernon.

All bus stations in Vernon:

  • Esso Station

Where does the bus arrive in Banff?

Main arrival station: Brewster Sightseeing - 100 Gopher St

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

All bus stations in Banff:

  • Brewster Sightseeing - 100 Gopher St

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