What is the cheapest way to get from Banff to Fairbanks?

The cheapest way to get from Banff to Fairbanks is to bus and fly which costs $190 - $700 and takes 18h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Banff to Fairbanks?

The fastest way to get from Banff to Fairbanks is to shuttle and fly which takes 12h 48m and costs $210 - $850.

How far is it from Banff to Fairbanks?

The distance between Banff and Fairbanks is 1636 miles. The road distance is 1952.9 miles.

How long does it take to get from Banff to Fairbanks?

It takes approximately 12h 48m to get from Banff to Fairbanks, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Banff and Fairbanks?

Fairbanks is 2h behind Banff. It is currently 3:58 AM in Banff and 1:58 AM in Fairbanks.

Can I drive from Banff to Fairbanks?

Yes, the driving distance between Banff to Fairbanks is 1953 miles. It takes approximately 38h 33m to drive from Banff to Fairbanks.

Where can I stay near Fairbanks?

There are 175+ hotels available in Fairbanks.

Banff to Fairbanks - 3 ways to travel via shuttle, plane, car, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Banff to Fairbanks by shuttle, plane, car, or bus

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Shuttle to Calgary International Airport, fly
best
1. Take a shuttle bus from Banff, AB to Calgary International Airport - YYCshuttle
2. Fly from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Fairbanks (FAI)plane YYC - FAI
12h 48m
$215–803
Bus to Kelowna International Airport, fly
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1. Take the bus from Banff to Kelowna Airportbus
2. Fly from Kelowna International Airport (YLW) to Fairbanks (FAI)plane YLW - FAI
18h 11m
$192–687
Drive 1,941.6 mi
1. Drive from Banff to Fairbankscar 1,941.6 mi
38h 33m
$445–642

Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Fairbanks (FAI) flights

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9h 10mAverage Duration

$173Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,626.1 mi
Duration: 12h 48m

What companies run services between Banff, AB, Canada and Fairbanks, AK, USA?

There is no direct connection from Banff to Fairbanks. However, you can take the shuttle to Calgary International Airport - YYC, walk to Calgary International Airport (YYC) airport, fly to Fairbanks (FAI), walk to 728 - Fairbanks International Airport, take the bus to 157 - UAF Wood Center, then take the bus to 294 - Lacey St @ Northward Building Southbound. Alternatively, you can drive from Banff to Fairbanks in around 38h 33m.

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