Cheap train tickets from Vancouver to Banff
Find and compare the best ground travel options in one place.
Millions of travelers trust Wanderu every year to get:
Lowest Prices
We find the cheapest bus & train tickets, so you can wander for less.
Best Travel Options
We partner with 500+ carriers to bring you the most bus & train options.
Quick & Easy Booking
Book trips quickly with a simple, hassle-free checkout – online & on our app.
Fast Customer Support
We don’t monkey around. We respond within minutes to help you out.
See what travelers are saying about Wanderu:
Vancouver to Banff Train Schedule
Trip Summary
On most days, there is one scheduled train that travels from Vancouver to Banff. The train trip from Vancouver to Banff is usually about 36 hours long. However, be prepared just in case your train arrives slightly earlier or later than scheduled.
| Distance | 502 mi (808 km) |
| Fastest train | 36h 0m |
| Lowest price | PLN 500.13 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Vancouver to Banff?
Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Vancouver 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 11h 38m | PLN 565.51 |
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 Vancouver to Banff every day, as well as 0 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from PLN 500.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Vancouver to Banff
The distance between Vancouver and Banff is approximately 502 miles, or 808 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 36 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 Vancouver to Banff tend to have the most passengers on Friday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Friday. 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 Tuesday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
Most days, there is only one train which leaves Vancouver at 8:00am and arrives in Banff around 35 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 Vancouver.
City Information
Vancouver
Image credit: Unsplash
Vancouver sits on the northern banks of the Columbia River in Washington and is the state's fourth most populated city. The surrounding Cascade Mountains offer incredible Pacific Northwest adventures. Mount Saint Helens and Mount Hood, two snow-topped volcanoes, are within short drives of Vancouver for easy access to hikes and ski runs. Beacon Rock State Park includes a trail to the summit of a monolithic rock formation. Plus, the Columbia River Gorge is easily one of the best destinations in Washington for breathtaking scenery.
Vancouver is located just across the Columbia from Portland, and Interstates 5 and 205 have north to south bridges connecting Portland to Vancouver. Within the city, you will find Vancouver's mass transit system, C-Tran, to get around with ease.
Several Amtrak services operate from Vancouver, including the Coast Starlight, Empire Builder, and Cascades routes. If you're arriving by air, the nearest airport is Portland International Airport, just a few minutes' drive from downtown Vancouver.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Vancouver?
Main departure station: 1301 W 11th St
There is one train station in Vancouver.
All train stations in Vancouver:
1301 W 11th St
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
Get around town with Moovit
Need a return trip from Banff to Vancouver?
Search Train TicketsPlan your next adventure
More trains from Vancouver
- Vancouver to Lake Louise Train
PLN 612+
- Vancouver to Kelowna Train
PLN 586+
- Vancouver to Squamish
PLN 342+
- Train from Vancouver to Vancouver
PLN 392+
- Train from Vancouver to Whistler
PLN 429+
- Vancouver to Los Angeles Train
PLN 784+
- Train from Vancouver to Sacramento
PLN 656+
- Train from Vancouver to San Francisco
PLN 613+
- Vancouver to Denver
PLN 1,551+
- Vancouver to Las Vegas Train
PLN 1,012+
- Train from Vancouver to Portland
PLN 41+
- Train from Vancouver to Edmonds
PLN 228+
- Vancouver to Pasco Train
PLN 259+
- Train from Vancouver to Seattle
PLN 191+
- Vancouver to Spokane
PLN 322+
- Vancouver to Tacoma Train
PLN 142+
- Vancouver to Tukwila Train
PLN 163+
Continue by train from Banff
- Train from Banff to Vancouver
PLN 500+
- Train from Calgary to Chicago
PLN 1,025+
- Calgary to Seattle
PLN 374+
- Edmonton to Vancouver Train
PLN 780+
- Edmonton to Ottawa Train
PLN 929+
- Train from Edmonton to Toronto
PLN 1,419+
- Train from Edmonton to Montreal
PLN 943+
Check out these popular routes
- Train from Montreal to Toronto
PLN 348+
- Montreal to Québec Train
PLN 191+
- Washington D.C. to New Rochelle Train
PLN 422+
- Train from Washington D.C. to New York
PLN 280+
- Train from Washington D.C. to Philadelphia
PLN 346+
- Train from Orlando to Miami
PLN 310+
- Train from Boston to New Rochelle
PLN 292+
- Baltimore to New York Train
PLN 277+
- New York to Washington D.C. Train
PLN 515+
- Train from New York to Boston
PLN 635+
- New York to Baltimore
PLN 456+
- New York to Philadelphia Train
PLN 311+
- Train from New York to Providence
PLN 567+
- Philadelphia to Washington D.C. Train
PLN 338+
- Philadelphia to New York Train
PLN 148+
- Train from Providence to New York
PLN 548+
Wanderu is the simplest way to book bus and train travel.
With just a quick search on Wanderu, you can compare bus and train schedules and prices from hundreds of travel companies in one convenient place to find the trip that works best for you. Wanderu’s simple checkout process makes it easy to book cheap bus and train tickets hassle-free. Most importantly, as Wanderu is an official partner of all leading bus and train companies, we always have the best bus and train deals out there.