The cheapest and fastest buses from Banff, AB to Lake Louise, AB
Cheapest price
$8
Average price
$19
Fastest journey
40 m
Average duration
47 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
51 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Banff, AB to Lake Louise, AB is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Banff, AB to Lake Louise, AB will cost around $19 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $8.
Of the 6 buses that leave Banff, AB for Lake Louise, AB on Sun, Jun 21, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct buses cover the 51 km distance in an average of 47 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 40 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest buses will take 1 h 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.
FlixBus9:15 AM0h45Banff, Beaver St / Caribou St, AB10:00 AMLake Louise, Village Road (Husky), AB$81One-way0 transfers
FlixBus9:15 AM1h00Banff, Beaver St / Caribou St, AB10:15 AMLake Louise, Lake Louise Dr (Lakeshore), AB$81One-way0 transfers
FlixBus5:15 PM1h00Banff, Beaver St / Caribou St, AB6:15 PMLake Louise, Lake Louise Dr (Lakeshore), AB$91One-way0 transfers
FlixBus5:15 PM0h45Banff, Beaver St / Caribou St, AB6:00 PMLake Louise, Village Road (Husky), AB$91One-way0 transfers
09:40 AM0h45Banff, Beaver St / Caribou St, AB10:25 AMLake Louise, Village Road (Husky), AB$411One-way0 transfers
012:10 AM0h40Banff, Beaver St / Caribou St, AB12:50 AMLake Louise, Village Road (Husky), AB$411One-way0 transfers
09:40 AM0h45Banff, Beaver St / Caribou St, AB10:25 AMLake Louise, Village Road (Husky), AB$411One-way0 transfers
FlixBus9:15 AM0h45Banff, Beaver St / Caribou St, AB10:00 AMLake Louise, Village Road (Husky), AB$81One-way0 transfers
FlixBus5:15 PM0h45Banff, Beaver St / Caribou St, AB6:00 PMLake Louise, Village Road (Husky), AB$91One-way0 transfers
FlixBus5:15 PM1h00Banff, Beaver St / Caribou St, AB6:15 PMLake Louise, Lake Louise Dr (Lakeshore), AB$91One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus for Banff, AB to Lake Louise, AB
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Banff, AB to Lake Louise, AB among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $7, and a bus costs an average of $7.
Distance: 31 miles (51 km)
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Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|
$22 Average price Cheapest | $10 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 18m Average total duration Fastest 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 39m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about -1h -9m sooner (48m by bus vs 39m by car) and save roughly $-11.92 (€-9.76) compared to fuel and tolls ($22 (€18) vs $10 (€8)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by FlixBus, Infobus, Brewster Express, Rider Express, Sundog Transportation and Tours.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Banff, AB to Lake Louise, AB Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 12:10AM | Arrival Time 12:50AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:15AM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 10:25AM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 05:25PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:15PM | Arrival Time 12:00AM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $10 |
Live departures
Banff, AB to Lake Louise, AB bus times
The table below shows live departures for Banff, AB to Lake Louise, AB buses for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 5:15 PM Banff, Beaver St / Caribou St, AB | 0h45 | 6:00 PM Lake Louise, Village Road (Husky), AB | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:15 PM Banff, Beaver St / Caribou St, AB | 1h00 | 6:15 PM Lake Louise, Lake Louise Dr (Lakeshore), AB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
0 | 12:10 AM Banff, Beaver St / Caribou St, AB | 0h40 | 12:50 AM Lake Louise, Village Road (Husky), AB | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:15 AM Banff, Beaver St / Caribou St, AB | 0h45 | 10:00 AM Lake Louise, Village Road (Husky), AB | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:15 AM Banff, Beaver St / Caribou St, AB | 1h00 | 10:15 AM Lake Louise, Lake Louise Dr (Lakeshore), AB | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 9:40 AM Banff, Beaver St / Caribou St, AB | 0h45 | 10:25 AM Lake Louise, Village Road (Husky), AB | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Banff, AB to Lake Louise, AB
Buses from Banff, AB to Lake Louise, AB run on average 4 times per day, taking around 48m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $7 (€6) if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 20:45. The fastest bus covers the 31 miles (51 km) distance in 45m.
Distance 31 miles (51 km) |
Average bus duration 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 (€6) |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 45m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 8:45 PM |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Infobus, Brewster Express, Rider Express, Sundog Transportation and Tours from Banff, AB to Lake Louise, ABYou can travel by bus between Banff, AB to Lake Louise, AB with FlixBus, Infobus, Brewster Express, Rider Express, Sundog Transportation and Tours for as low as $7 (€6). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Banff, AB to Lake Louise, AB
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Banff, AB to Lake Louise, AB by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Lake Louise, AB, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
