What is the cheapest way to get from Banff to Jasper National Park?

The cheapest way to get from Banff to Jasper National Park is to drive which costs $55 - $85 and takes 3h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from Banff to Jasper National Park?

The fastest way to get from Banff to Jasper National Park is to bus which takes 3h 20m and costs $95 - $130.

Is there a direct bus between Banff and Jasper National Park?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Banff, AB and arriving at Columbia Icefield Discovery Centre, AB. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Banff and Jasper National Park?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Banff and arriving at Jasper. Services depart twice a week. The journey takes approximately 38h.

How far is it from Banff to Jasper National Park?

The distance between Banff and Jasper National Park is 186 km. The road distance is 288.2 km.

How do I travel from Banff to Jasper National Park without a car?

The best way to get from Banff to Jasper National Park without a car is to bus which takes 3h 20m and costs $95 - $130.

How long does it take to get from Banff to Jasper National Park?

The bus from Banff, AB to Columbia Icefield Discovery Centre, AB takes 3h 20m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Banff to Jasper National Park bus from?

Banff to Jasper National Park bus services, operated by Brewster Express, depart from Banff, AB station.

Where do I catch the Banff to Jasper National Park train from?

Banff to Jasper National Park train services, operated by Rocky Mountaineer, depart from Banff station.

Train or bus from Banff to Jasper National Park?

The best way to get from Banff to Jasper National Park is to bus which takes 3h 20m and costs $95 - $130. Alternatively, you can train, which costs and takes 38h 3m.

Where does the Banff to Jasper National Park bus arrive?

Banff to Jasper National Park bus services, operated by Brewster Express, arrive at Columbia Icefield Discovery Centre, AB station.

Where does the Banff to Jasper National Park train arrive?

Banff to Jasper National Park train services, operated by Rocky Mountaineer, arrive at Jasper station.

Can I drive from Banff to Jasper National Park?

Yes, the driving distance between Banff to Jasper National Park is 288 km. It takes approximately 3h 52m to drive from Banff to Jasper National Park.

Where can I stay near Jasper National Park?

There are 19+ hotels available in Jasper National Park.

Banff to Jasper National Park - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Banff to Jasper National Park by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Banff, AB to Columbia Icefield Discovery Centre, ABbus Westbound
3h 20m
$95–130
Drive 288.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Banff to Jasper Park Information Centrecar 288.2 km
3h 52m
$58–83
Train
1. Take the train from Banff to Jaspertrain Jasper
38h 3m
Bus via Lake Louise
1. Take the bus from Banff High School Transit Hub to Lake Louise Village Northbus 8X
2. Take the bus from Lake Louise, AB to Columbia Icefield Discovery Centre, ABbus Westbound
3h 48m
$85–114

Banff to Jasper National Park by bus and foot

7Weekly Services

3h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 186.4 km
Duration: 3h 20m

What companies run services between Banff, AB, Canada and Jasper National Park, AB, Canada?

Brewster Express operates a bus from Banff, AB to Columbia Icefield Discovery Centre, AB once daily. Tickets cost $95–130 and the journey takes 3h 20m. Alternatively, Rocky Mountaineer operates a train from Banff to Jasper twice a week, and the journey takes 38h.

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