Bus from Banff to Canmore: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Banff to Canmore on February 15
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBusBus
Parking Lot behind Mount Royal Hotel
Canmore (Northwinds Hotel Canmore)Cheapest
FlixBusBus
Parking Lot behind Mount Royal Hotel
Canmore (Northwinds Hotel Canmore)Fastest
Rider ExpressBus
Brewster Depot
CanmoreNo tags
FlixBusBus
Parking Lot behind Mount Royal Hotel
Canmore (Northwinds Hotel Canmore)No tags
Ebus BCBus
Brewster Sight Seeing Building
Canmore (Northwinds Hotel Canmore)No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 12:02 PM MST.

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Compare 3 ways to go from Banff to Canmore

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Canmore. The journey takes about 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5carpool per day
30mAverage Duration
19 kmDistance
1kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$14 - $39Average Duration20m
0kg CO₂e
Shuttle
Average Price$28 - $59Average Duration30m
1kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average Price$8 - $16Average Duration30m
1kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Banff to Canmore by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Banff to Canmore?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Banff to Canmore start from $14. The average price for this route is around $19. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Banff to Canmore?

    The average bus travel time from Banff to Canmore is 20m, covering a distance of 18 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 20m and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Banff to Canmore route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Rider Express, Ebus, On-It, Red Arrow.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Banff to Canmore?

    The earliest bus departs from Banff to Canmore at 4:50am. And the latest bus departs at 9:30pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Banff to Canmore?

    A bus trip from Banff to Canmore generates an estimated 0 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Banff to Canmore?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Red Arrow, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 4732 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Banff to Canmore?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Red Arrow has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Banff to Canmore?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Red Arrow, with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Banff to Canmore?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Red Arrow, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
02-12
$9
02-13
$12
Today
$11
02-15
$11
02-16
$10
02-17
$22
02-18
$31
02-19
$22
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Banff to Canmore was searched and found on Feb 12, 2026 with a price of $9

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Banff to Canmore, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $9 to $31 for a bus ticket from Banff to Canmore based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $10 which is on 2026-02-16.

Usually Rider Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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