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

The cheapest way to get from Banff to Whistler is to drive which costs $150 - $230 and takes 10h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Banff to Whistler is to shuttle and fly which takes 5h 49m and costs $170 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Banff and Whistler?

No, there is no direct bus from Banff to Whistler. However, there are services departing from Banff and arriving at Whistler via Vancouver Downtown. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h.

How far is it from Banff to Whistler?

The distance between Banff and Whistler is 959 km. The road distance is 791.9 km.

How do I travel from Banff to Whistler without a car?

The best way to get from Banff to Whistler without a car is to bus which takes 15h and costs $130 - $300.

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

It takes approximately 5h 49m to get from Banff to Whistler, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Banff to Whistler bus from?

Banff to Whistler bus services, operated by Rider Express, depart from Banff station.

Where does the Banff to Whistler bus arrive?

Banff to Whistler bus services, operated by Rider Express, arrive at Vancouver station.

What is the time difference between Banff and Whistler?

Whistler is 1h behind Banff. It is currently 6:23 AM in Banff and 5:23 AM in Whistler.

Can I drive from Banff to Whistler?

Yes, the driving distance between Banff to Whistler is 792 km. It takes approximately 10h 13m to drive from Banff to Whistler.

Where can I stay near Whistler?

There are 513+ hotels available in Whistler.

Banff to Whistler - 5 ways to travel via shuttle, plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Banff to Whistler by shuttle, plane, bus, or car

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Shuttle, fly to Vancouver International Airport
best
1. Take a shuttle bus from Banff, AB to Calgary Airportshuttle
2. Fly from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)plane YYC - YVR
3. Take a shuttle bus from Vancouver International Airport to Hilton Whistler Resort & Spashuttle
5h 49m
$172–569
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Banff to Vancouverbus Cal-Van
2. Take the bus from Vancouver Downtown to Whistlerbus Standard / ...
15h
$135–298
Drive 791.9 km
1. Drive from Banff to Whistlercar 791.9 km
10h 13m
$156–226
Shuttle, fly to Abbotsford International Airport, bus
1. Take a shuttle bus from Banff, AB to Calgary Airportshuttle
2. Fly from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Abbotsford International Airport (YXX)plane YYC - YXX
3. Take a shuttle bus from Abbotsford Airport to Vancouver Downtownshuttle
4. Take the bus from Vancouver Downtown to Whistlerbus
8h 15m
$187–649
Bus via Kelowna Airport (YLW)
1. Take the bus from Banff to Kelowna Airportbus
2. Take the bus from Kelowna Airport to Vancouver, BC - Pacific Central Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Vancouver Downtown to Whistlerbus
16h 37m
$195–298

Banff to Whistler by bus and subway

12Weekly Services

15hAverage Duration

$135Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Banff to Whistler.

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Distance: 958.6 km
Duration: 5h 49m

What companies run services between Banff, AB, Canada and Whistler, BC, Canada?

You can take a bus from Banff to Whistler via Vancouver, Main Street-Science World Station @ Platform 1, Burrard Station @ Platform 1, and Vancouver Downtown in around 15h.

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