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

The cheapest way to get from Whistler to Banff is to drive which costs $150 - $230 and takes 10h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Whistler to Banff is to shuttle and fly which takes 5h 36m and costs $160 - $650.

Is there a direct bus between Whistler and Banff?

No, there is no direct bus from Whistler to Banff. However, there are services departing from Whistler and arriving at Banff via Vancouver. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 20m.

How far is it from Whistler to Banff?

The distance between Whistler and Banff is 956 km. The road distance is 792.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Whistler to Banff without a car is to bus which takes 15h 20m and costs $130 - $310.

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

It takes approximately 5h 36m to get from Whistler to Banff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Whistler to Banff bus from?

Whistler to Banff bus services, operated by YVR Skylynx, depart from Whistler station.

Where does the Whistler to Banff bus arrive?

Whistler to Banff bus services, operated by YVR Skylynx, arrive at Vancouver Downtown station.

What is the time difference between Whistler and Banff?

Banff is 1h ahead of Whistler. It is currently 7:54 PM in Whistler and 8:54 PM in Banff.

Can I drive from Whistler to Banff?

Yes, the driving distance between Whistler to Banff is 792 km. It takes approximately 10h 14m to drive from Whistler to Banff.

Where can I stay near Banff?

There are 623+ hotels available in Banff.

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

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

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Shuttle to Vancouver International Airport, fly, shuttle
best
1. Take a shuttle bus from Hilton Whistler Resort & Spa to Vancouver International Airportshuttle
2. Fly from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Calgary International Airport (YYC)plane YVR - YYC
3. Take a shuttle bus from Calgary International Airport - YYC to Banff, ABshuttle
5h 36m
$167–610
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Whistler to Vancouver Downtownbus Standard / ...
2. Take the bus from Vancouver to Banffbus Van-Cal
15h 20m
$136–306
Drive 792.1 km
1. Drive from Whistler to Banffcar 792.1 km
10h 14m
$158–228
Bus, shuttle to Abbotsford International Airport, fly, shuttle
1. Take the bus from Whistler to Vancouver Downtownbus
2. Take a shuttle bus from Vancouver Downtown to Abbotsford Airportshuttle
3. Fly from Abbotsford International Airport (YXX) to Calgary International Airport (YYC)plane YXX - YYC
4. Take a shuttle bus from Calgary International Airport - YYC to Banff, ABshuttle
7h 17m
$198–734
Bus via Kelowna Airport (YLW)
1. Take the bus from Whistler to Vancouver Downtownbus
2. Take the bus from Vancouver, BC - Pacific Central Station to Kelowna Airportbus
3. Take the bus from Kelowna Airport to Banffbus
16h 55m
$196–301

Whistler to Banff by bus and subway

10Weekly Services

15h 20mAverage Duration

$136Cheapest Price

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Distance: 956 km
Duration: 5h 36m

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

You can take a bus from Whistler to Banff via Vancouver Downtown, Burrard Station @ Platform 2, Main Street-Science World Station @ Platform 2, and Vancouver in around 15h 20m.

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