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Trip Summary
There is usually just one train option from West Glacier to Banff per day. The average train journey from West Glacier to Banff takes 49 hours, though some trains might be a few minutes slower or faster.
Distance | 199 mi (320 km) |
Fastest train | 49h 0m |
Lowest price | CA$297.87 |
Most frequent service | Amtrak |
Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from West Glacier to Banff?
Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects West Glacier to Banff. Furthermore, there is only one train per day, so you will have to plan your travel around this limited availability. On the other hand, you won't have to spend a ton of time comparing a bunch of possible options.
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Amtrak | 1 | 2d 0h 53m | CA$297.87 |
Amtrak is the largest passenger railroad service in America, offering daily intercity trains to hundreds of destinations across the contiguous United States, as well as several cities in Canada. Every Amtrak train comes equipped with comfortable seats with extra legroom, as well as several four-seat areas with tables in the middle. In addition, each car has a freshly cleaned restroom, free WiFi and power outlets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey. On average, there are 1 Amtrak trains from West Glacier to Banff every day, as well as 0 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from CA$298.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between West Glacier and Banff is approximately 199 miles, or 320 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 49 hours,
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Trains departing from West Glacier to Banff tend to have the most passengers on Tuesday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Tuesday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Friday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
Most days, there is only one train which leaves West Glacier at 8:00pm and arrives in Banff around 48 hours later.
Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. However, it is not a direct train. This means that you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train at some point during your journey. You will need to remember to bring your carry-on luggage with you when you transfer trains. Depending on the carrier's policy, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Banff to West Glacier.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in West Glacier?
Main departure station: Hwy 2 and Going-to-the-Sun Hwy
There is one train station in West Glacier.
All train stations in West Glacier:
Hwy 2 and Going-to-the-Sun Hwy
Where is the train station in Banff?
Main arrival station: 327 Railway Ave
Banff has one train station.
All train stations in Banff:
327 Railway Ave
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