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Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies
Contemporary gallery and museum space presenting exhibitions, performance, and mountain culture in the heart of Banff.
Cheapest price on 20 Sept
£15
Average ticket price on 20 Sept
£23
Fastest journey on 20 Sept
1 h 35 m
Average journey duration on 20 Sept
1 h 35 m
Buses on 20 Sept
26
Distance
105 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Calgary, AB to Banff, AB is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Calgary, AB to Banff, AB will cost around £23 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £15.
On Sun 20 Sept, we found 26 buses from Calgary, AB to Banff, AB, including 26 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 105 km distance in an average of 1 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 35 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Calgary, AB to Banff, AB among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £12 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 2h 20m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, while a coach costs an average of £12.
Distance: 105 km
Most popular Coach | Driving |
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£12 Average Price Cheapest | £15 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 19m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
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Tickets start at around £12 compared to roughly £15 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £3. The journey takes 1h 50m versus 1h 19m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus, Infobus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
The table below shows live departures for Calgary, AB to Banff, AB coaches for today, Saturday 19 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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0 | 7:30 Calgary, AB | 2h10 | 9:40 Banff, AB | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 7:30 Calgary, 11 Ave SE (Downtown), AB | 2h05 | 9:35 Banff, Beaver St / Caribou St, AB | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:00 Calgary, 36 St NE (Whitehorn), AB | 2h35 | 10:35 Banff, Beaver St / Caribou St, AB | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:00 Calgary, Crowfoot Way NW (Petro Canada), AB | 1h35 | 9:35 Banff, Beaver St / Caribou St, AB | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:30 Calgary, 11 Ave SE (Downtown), AB | 2h05 | 10:35 Banff, Beaver St / Caribou St, AB | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:55 Calgary, Airport Rd NE (Bay 31), AB | 2h45 | 11:40 Banff, Beaver St / Caribou St, AB | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 9:00 Calgary, Crowfoot Way NW (Petro Canada), AB | 1h35 | 10:35 Banff, Beaver St / Caribou St, AB | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 9:30 Calgary, 11 Ave SE (Downtown), AB | 2h10 | 11:40 Banff, Beaver St / Caribou St, AB | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 9:50 Calgary, Research Rd NW (Brentwood Station), AB | 1h50 | 11:40 Banff, Beaver St / Caribou St, AB | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:05 Calgary, Crowfoot Way NW (Petro Canada), AB | 1h35 | 11:40 Banff, Beaver St / Caribou St, AB | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:35 Calgary, Airport Rd NE (Bay 31), AB | 3h00 | 14:35 Banff, Beaver St / Caribou St, AB | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:30 Calgary, 11 Ave SE (Downtown), AB | 2h05 | 14:35 Banff, Beaver St / Caribou St, AB | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 13:00 Calgary, Crowfoot Way NW (Petro Canada), AB | 1h35 | 14:35 Banff, Beaver St / Caribou St, AB | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 14:00 Calgary, 11 Ave SE (Downtown), AB | 2h45 | 16:45 Banff, Beaver St / Caribou St, AB | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 14:40 Calgary, Airport Rd NE (Bay 31), AB | 2h05 | 16:45 Banff, Beaver St / Caribou St, AB | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 15:00 Calgary, 11 Ave SE (Downtown), AB | 2h10 | 17:10 Banff, Beaver St / Caribou St, AB | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 15:10 Calgary, Crowfoot Way NW (Petro Canada), AB | 1h35 | 16:45 Banff, Beaver St / Caribou St, AB | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 15:20 Calgary, Research Rd NW (Brentwood Station), AB | 1h50 | 17:10 Banff, Beaver St / Caribou St, AB | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 15:35 Calgary, Crowfoot Way NW (Petro Canada), AB | 1h35 | 17:10 Banff, Beaver St / Caribou St, AB | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 16:00 Calgary, 11 Ave SE (Downtown), AB | 2h50 | 18:50 Banff, Beaver St / Caribou St, AB | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 16:40 Calgary, Airport Rd NE (Bay 31), AB | 2h10 | 18:50 Banff, Beaver St / Caribou St, AB | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 17:15 Calgary, Crowfoot Way NW (Petro Canada), AB | 1h35 | 18:50 Banff, Beaver St / Caribou St, AB | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Calgary, AB to Banff, AB run on average 14 times per day, taking around 1h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 14 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 04:50, the last at 22:30. The fastest coach covers the 105 km distance in 1h 35m.
Distance 105 km |
Average bus duration 1h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Buses per day 14 |
Direct buses 14 |
Fastest bus 1h 35m |
First bus 4:50 |
Last bus 22:30 |
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Best time to book 21 days |
Discover the best of Banff, AB — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Banff, AB trip today.
Contemporary gallery and museum space presenting exhibitions, performance, and mountain culture in the heart of Banff.
Local history museum in a 1903 heritage schoolhouse, covering Banff’s early community life, settlement, and mountain culture.
Public art gallery at Banff Centre featuring changing exhibitions focused on contemporary art and ideas in a mountain setting.
Iconic turquoise lake below rugged peaks, popular for lakeside walks, canoe views, and one of Banff’s classic mountain scenes.
Popular lakeshore area famed for vivid water colour and the Ten Peaks backdrop; excellent for short walks and photography.
Main commercial street through central Banff, lined with shops and mountain views, ideal for strolling and people-watching.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Calgary, AB to Banff, AB by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Banff, AB, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Calgary, AB to Banff, AB buses use the Calgary, Crowfoot Way NW (Petro Canada) to Banff, Beaver St / Caribou St station pair. Use this guide to compare Calgary, AB and Banff, AB bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Calgary, Crowfoot Way NW (Petro Canada) is 11 km from Calgary city centre. Public transport options include:
Calgary, Crowfoot Way NW (Petro Canada) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Calgary, Crowfoot Way NW (Petro Canada). ATMs are available at Calgary, Crowfoot Way NW (Petro Canada).
Ticket office support is available at Calgary, Crowfoot Way NW (Petro Canada).
Available at Calgary, Crowfoot Way NW (Petro Canada): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Calgary, Crowfoot Way NW (Petro Canada): Limited accessibility options.
Calgary, 11 Ave SE (Downtown) is 1 km from Calgary city centre. Public transport options include:
Calgary, 11 Ave SE (Downtown) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several restaurants available in the downtown area.
Available within nearby coffee shops. ATMs are several ATMs in nearby bank locations.
Ticket office support is available at Calgary, 11 Ave SE (Downtown).
Available at Calgary, 11 Ave SE (Downtown): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Calgary, 11 Ave SE (Downtown): Access ramps available for buses.
Calgary is 1 km from Calgary city centre. Public transport options include:
Calgary has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Small cafe and vending machines available.
Free Wi-Fi accessible in waiting areas. ATMs are aTM available near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Calgary.
Available at Calgary: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Calgary: Station equipped with ramps and elevators.
Banff, Beaver St / Caribou St has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several restaurants located nearby.
Wi-Fi is available at Banff, Beaver St / Caribou St. ATMs are available at Banff, Beaver St / Caribou St.
Ticket office support is available at Banff, Beaver St / Caribou St.
Available at Banff, Beaver St / Caribou St: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Banff, Beaver St / Caribou St: Accessible for wheelchair users.
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