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Trip Summary
There is usually just one train option from Whitefish to Banff per day. The average train journey from Whitefish to Banff takes 48 hours, though some trains might be a few minutes slower or faster.
Distance | 199 mi (320 km) |
Fastest train | 48h 0m |
Lowest price | $211.00 |
Most frequent service | Amtrak |
Train lines | 1 |

Which train should you take from Whitefish to Banff?
Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Whitefish 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 | 1d 23h 59m | $211.00 |
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 Whitefish to Banff every day, as well as 0 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from $211.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Whitefish to Banff
The distance between Whitefish and Banff is approximately 199 miles, or 320 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 48 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 Whitefish to Banff tend to have the most passengers on Thursday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Thursday. 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 Whitefish at 9:00pm and arrives in Banff around 47 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 Whitefish.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Whitefish?
Main departure station: Whitefish Cmnty Library
There is one train station in Whitefish.
All train stations in Whitefish:
Whitefish Cmnty Library
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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