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Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies
Contemporary museum and archives on art, culture, and mountain history, with changing exhibitions in a central downtown location.
Cheapest price on Sep 20
$21
Average ticket price on Sep 20
$31
Fastest journey on Sep 20
1 h 35 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
1 h 35 m
Buses on Sep 20
26
Distance
105 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Calgary, AB to Banff, AB is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Calgary, AB to Banff, AB will cost around $31 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $21.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 26 buses from Calgary, AB to Banff, AB, including 26 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the 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 .
On Sun, Sep 20 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 bus as it is the most popular option from Calgary, AB to Banff, AB among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $21 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 2h 30m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $21, while a bus costs an average of $21.
Distance: 65 miles (105 km)
Most popular Bus | Driving |
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$21 Average price Cheapest | $20 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 30m Average total duration Fastest 2h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 19m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around $21 compared to roughly $20 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-0.88. The journey takes 2h 0m 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.
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.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:05AM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 09:35AM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 10:35AM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 10:35AM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:55AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 10:35AM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:05AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:35AM | Arrival Time 02:35PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 02:35PM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 02:35PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 04:45PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 04:45PM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 04:45PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:35PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 12:10AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
The table below shows live departures for Calgary, AB to Banff, AB buses for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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0 | 7:30 AM Calgary, AB | 2h10 | 9:40 AM Banff, AB | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:30 AM Calgary, 11 Ave SE (Downtown), AB | 2h05 | 9:35 AM Banff, Beaver St / Caribou St, AB | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:00 AM Calgary, 36 St NE (Whitehorn), AB | 2h35 | 10:35 AM Banff, Beaver St / Caribou St, AB | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:00 AM Calgary, Crowfoot Way NW (Petro Canada), AB | 1h35 | 9:35 AM Banff, Beaver St / Caribou St, AB | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:30 AM Calgary, 11 Ave SE (Downtown), AB | 2h05 | 10:35 AM Banff, Beaver St / Caribou St, AB | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:55 AM Calgary, Airport Rd NE (Bay 31), AB | 2h45 | 11:40 AM Banff, Beaver St / Caribou St, AB | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:00 AM Calgary, Crowfoot Way NW (Petro Canada), AB | 1h35 | 10:35 AM Banff, Beaver St / Caribou St, AB | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:30 AM Calgary, 11 Ave SE (Downtown), AB | 2h10 | 11:40 AM Banff, Beaver St / Caribou St, AB | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:50 AM Calgary, Research Rd NW (Brentwood Station), AB | 1h50 | 11:40 AM Banff, Beaver St / Caribou St, AB | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:05 AM Calgary, Crowfoot Way NW (Petro Canada), AB | 1h35 | 11:40 AM Banff, Beaver St / Caribou St, AB | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:35 AM Calgary, Airport Rd NE (Bay 31), AB | 3h00 | 2:35 PM Banff, Beaver St / Caribou St, AB | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:30 PM Calgary, 11 Ave SE (Downtown), AB | 2h05 | 2:35 PM Banff, Beaver St / Caribou St, AB | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:00 PM Calgary, Crowfoot Way NW (Petro Canada), AB | 1h35 | 2:35 PM Banff, Beaver St / Caribou St, AB | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:00 PM Calgary, 11 Ave SE (Downtown), AB | 2h45 | 4:45 PM Banff, Beaver St / Caribou St, AB | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:40 PM Calgary, Airport Rd NE (Bay 31), AB | 2h05 | 4:45 PM Banff, Beaver St / Caribou St, AB | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:00 PM Calgary, 11 Ave SE (Downtown), AB | 2h10 | 5:10 PM Banff, Beaver St / Caribou St, AB | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:10 PM Calgary, Crowfoot Way NW (Petro Canada), AB | 1h35 | 4:45 PM Banff, Beaver St / Caribou St, AB | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:20 PM Calgary, Research Rd NW (Brentwood Station), AB | 1h50 | 5:10 PM Banff, Beaver St / Caribou St, AB | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:35 PM Calgary, Crowfoot Way NW (Petro Canada), AB | 1h35 | 5:10 PM Banff, Beaver St / Caribou St, AB | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:00 PM Calgary, 11 Ave SE (Downtown), AB | 2h50 | 6:50 PM Banff, Beaver St / Caribou St, AB | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:40 PM Calgary, Airport Rd NE (Bay 31), AB | 2h10 | 6:50 PM Banff, Beaver St / Caribou St, AB | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:15 PM Calgary, Crowfoot Way NW (Petro Canada), AB | 1h35 | 6:50 PM Banff, Beaver St / Caribou St, AB | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 10:30 PM Calgary, AB | 1h40 | 12:10 AM Banff, AB | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Calgary, AB to Banff, AB run on average 15 times per day, taking around 2h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $10 if you book in advance.
There are 15 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 04:50, the last at 22:30. The fastest bus covers the 65 miles (105 km) distance in 1h 30m.
Distance 65 miles (105 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 |
Buses per day 15 |
Direct buses 15 |
Fastest bus 1h 30m |
First bus 4:50 AM |
Last bus 10:30 PM |
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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 museum and archives on art, culture, and mountain history, with changing exhibitions in a central downtown location.
Natural history museum in a 1903 log building with wildlife specimens and exhibits on Banff's early science and conservation work.
Public gallery showing rotating exhibitions by regional and Canadian artists inside the historic Banff Centre campus.
Iconic turquoise lake below steep peaks. Walk the shoreline, rent a canoe, or connect to trails for classic Banff scenery.
Popular downtown avenue lined with shops and mountain views. It is the main walking street for exploring central Banff.
Riverside waterfall and trail area near downtown. The short walk and dramatic cascade make it an easy scenic stop.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Calgary, AB to Banff, 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 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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