How much is the bus ticket from Calgary to Lake Louise?

The cheapest bus tickets from Calgary to Lake Louise start from $26. The average price for this route is around $35. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Calgary to Lake Louise?

The average bus travel time from Calgary to Lake Louise is 2h 40m, covering a distance of 148 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 2m and is operated by Mountain Park Transportation .

Which bus companies service the Calgary to Lake Louise route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 20 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Mountain Park Transportation , Rider Express , Ebus , Red Arrow .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Calgary to Lake Louise?

The earliest bus departs from Calgary to Lake Louise at 6:00am. And the latest bus departs at 10:30pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Calgary to Lake Louise?

A bus trip from Calgary to Lake Louise generates an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Calgary to Lake Louise?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Mountain Park Transportation , with an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 165 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Calgary to Lake Louise?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Mountain Park Transportation has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.4.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Calgary to Lake Louise?

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

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Calgary to Lake Louise?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Mountain Park Transportation , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Bus Calgary to Lake Louise from $23 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Calgary to Lake Louise on February 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:15am	Downtown Ticket Office (606 5 Ave SW)	2h 15m	10:30am	Lake Louise Village	Cheapest
Bus	12:00pm	YYC Calgary International Airport, Bay 21 (door 6), Calgary	2h 2m	2:02pm	Lake Louise Inn	Fastest
Bus	8:00am	Westbrook Mall (btwn Entrance 5-6)	2h 25m	10:25am	200 Village Rd (Shell), Lake Louise	No tags
Bus	6:00am	YYC Calgary International Airport, Bay 21 (door 6), Calgary	2h 2m	8:02am	Lake Louise Inn	No tags
Bus	7:00am	123 11 Ave SE	3h 15m	10:15am	Lake Louise (Lakeshore)	No tags

Next departures for Calgary to Lake Louise on February 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:15am	Downtown Ticket Office (606 5 Ave SW)	2h 15m	10:30am	Lake Louise Village	Cheapest
Bus	12:00pm	YYC Calgary International Airport, Bay 21 (door 6), Calgary	2h 2m	2:02pm	Lake Louise Inn	Fastest
Bus	8:00am	Westbrook Mall (btwn Entrance 5-6)	2h 25m	10:25am	200 Village Rd (Shell), Lake Louise	No tags
Bus	6:00am	YYC Calgary International Airport, Bay 21 (door 6), Calgary	2h 2m	8:02am	Lake Louise Inn	No tags
Bus	7:00am	123 11 Ave SE	3h 15m	10:15am	Lake Louise (Lakeshore)	No tags

Next departures for Calgary to Lake Louise on February 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:15am	Downtown Ticket Office (606 5 Ave SW)	2h 15m	10:30am	Lake Louise Village	Cheapest
Bus	12:00pm	YYC Calgary International Airport, Bay 21 (door 6), Calgary	2h 2m	2:02pm	Lake Louise Inn	Fastest
Bus	8:00am	Westbrook Mall (btwn Entrance 5-6)	2h 25m	10:25am	200 Village Rd (Shell), Lake Louise	No tags
Bus	6:00am	YYC Calgary International Airport, Bay 21 (door 6), Calgary	2h 2m	8:02am	Lake Louise Inn	No tags
Bus	7:00am	123 11 Ave SE	3h 15m	10:15am	Lake Louise (Lakeshore)	No tags

Next departures for Calgary to Lake Louise on February 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:15am	Downtown Ticket Office (606 5 Ave SW)	2h 15m	10:30am	Lake Louise Village	Cheapest
Bus	12:00pm	YYC Calgary International Airport, Bay 21 (door 6), Calgary	2h 2m	2:02pm	Lake Louise Inn	Fastest
Bus	8:00am	Westbrook Mall (btwn Entrance 5-6)	2h 25m	10:25am	200 Village Rd (Shell), Lake Louise	No tags
Bus	6:00am	YYC Calgary International Airport, Bay 21 (door 6), Calgary	2h 2m	8:02am	Lake Louise Inn	No tags
Bus	7:00am	123 11 Ave SE	3h 15m	10:15am	Lake Louise (Lakeshore)	No tags

Next departures for Calgary to Lake Louise on February 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:15am	Downtown Ticket Office (606 5 Ave SW)	2h 15m	10:30am	Lake Louise Village	Cheapest
Bus	12:00pm	YYC Calgary International Airport, Bay 21 (door 6), Calgary	2h 2m	2:02pm	Lake Louise Inn	Fastest
Bus	8:00am	Westbrook Mall (btwn Entrance 5-6)	2h 25m	10:25am	200 Village Rd (Shell), Lake Louise	No tags
Bus	8:15am	YYC Calgary International Airport, Bay 21 (door 6), Calgary	2h 2m	10:17am	Lake Louise Inn	No tags
Bus	7:00am	123 11 Ave SE	3h 15m	10:15am	Lake Louise (Lakeshore)	No tags

Next departures for Calgary to Lake Louise on February 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:15am	Calgary (Downtown - 11 Ave SE)	9h 45m	6:00pm	Lake Louise (Shell)	Cheapest
Bus	12:00pm	YYC Calgary International Airport, Bay 21 (door 6), Calgary	2h 2m	2:02pm	Lake Louise Inn	Fastest
Bus	8:00am	Westbrook Mall (btwn Entrance 5-6)	2h 25m	10:25am	200 Village Rd (Shell), Lake Louise	No tags
Bus	8:15am	YYC Calgary International Airport, Bay 21 (door 6), Calgary	2h 2m	10:17am	Lake Louise Inn	No tags
Bus	7:35am	Calgary (Crowfoot)	10h 25m	6:00pm	Lake Louise (Shell)	No tags

Next departures for Calgary to Lake Louise on February 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:15am	Downtown Ticket Office (606 5 Ave SW)	2h 15m	10:30am	Lake Louise Village	Cheapest
Bus	12:00pm	YYC Calgary International Airport, Bay 21 (door 6), Calgary	2h 2m	2:02pm	Lake Louise Inn	Fastest
Bus	8:00am	Westbrook Mall (btwn Entrance 5-6)	2h 25m	10:25am	200 Village Rd (Shell), Lake Louise	No tags
Bus	6:00am	YYC Calgary International Airport, Bay 21 (door 6), Calgary	2h 2m	8:02am	Lake Louise Inn	No tags
Bus	7:00am	123 11 Ave SE	3h 15m	10:15am	Lake Louise (Lakeshore)	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Calgary to Lake Louise

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Lake Louise. The journey takes about 2 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just $24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2h 15mAverage Duration

153 kmDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$26 - $190	Average Duration2h 40m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Shuttle	Average Price$64 - $122	Average Duration3h 13m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$24 - $46	Average Duration2h 15m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Calgary and Lake Louise?

Stops in Calgary

A
Calgary International Airport (YYC)
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B
Crossiron Mills
Entrance #2, 112-261055 Crossiron Blvd, Balzac, AB T0M 0E0, Canada
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C
North Red Arrow Office
304 35 Ave NE, Calgary, AB T2E 2K6, Canada
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D
Whitehorn LRT
Whitehorn LRT Station, Calgary, AB T1Y, Canada
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E
Downtown Greyhound Station
850 16 St SW, Calgary, AB T3C 3V7, Canada
F
Brentwood
3953-3971 Brentwood Rd NW, Calgary, AB T2L 1L1, Canada

Stops in Lake Louise

A
Lake Louise Bus Depot
200 Village Rd, Lake Louise, AB T0L, Canada
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Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512,200 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

Mountain Park Transportation

5/5165 reviews

Staff4.9

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness5

Wi‑Fi4.4

Customers consistently praise the service for its friendly and knowledgeable drivers, who often go above and beyond to ensure a pleasant journey. The trips are described as comfortable, timely, and efficient. Many users appreciated the pre-alert messages from drivers like Richard and Ben, which added a personal touch to their travel experience.

Mountain Park Transportation Calgary Lake Louise recent customer reviews

it was a really nice touch the driver took with messages before hand, as well as being very open to talk to helped make the journey all the more memorable

Dominic J.

November 30, 2025

A wonderful experience! Our driver, Richard, was incredibly easy to communicate with and he also knew lots about the area - it was like a bonus tour guide!

Samantha B.

September 2, 2025

The driver made contact (via email) before the bus transfer, introduced himself and confirmed pick up location. Very professional.

Sylvia C.

July 6, 2025

Rider Express

4/518,308 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wi‑Fi3.6

Users have shared positive experiences with the bus service, highlighting friendly and helpful staff, clean buses, and comfortable rides. The drivers are often praised for being conversational and attentive to passengers' needs. However, there were a few instances of late arrivals which caused some inconvenience during trips. Overall, customers appreciate the pleasant travel experience provided by this company.

Rider Express Calgary Lake Louise recent customer reviews

Amazing trip (very comfortable and scenic too), however, the bus ride home was 45 minutes late.

Taline L.

August 6, 2023

I really like when the driver gives us heads up on the next stop over. The drivers are friendly and helpful. It was fast and efficient. I hope longer minutes for bus stopover instead of 5 minutes to 10 minutes. I will recommend this shuttle bus company.

Michele M.

July 11, 2023

Very nice first-time experience with Rider Express. Everything was perfect and the driver was super nice and helpful!

Forough J.

January 20, 2023

Ebus

4.5/515,095 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.7

Wi‑Fi3.8

Red Arrow

4.5/54,732 reviews

Staff4.9

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.9

Wi‑Fi4.1

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Calgary to Lake Louise by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Calgary to Lake Louise?
The cheapest bus tickets from Calgary to Lake Louise start from $26. The average price for this route is around $35. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Calgary to Lake Louise?
The average bus travel time from Calgary to Lake Louise is 2h 40m, covering a distance of 148 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 2m and is operated by Mountain Park Transportation.
Which bus companies service the Calgary to Lake Louise route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 20 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Mountain Park Transportation, Rider Express, Ebus, Red Arrow.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Calgary to Lake Louise?
The earliest bus departs from Calgary to Lake Louise at 6:00am. And the latest bus departs at 10:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Calgary to Lake Louise?
A bus trip from Calgary to Lake Louise generates an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Calgary to Lake Louise?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Mountain Park Transportation, with an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 165 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Calgary to Lake Louise?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Mountain Park Transportation has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.4.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Calgary to Lake Louise?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Mountain Park Transportation, with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Calgary to Lake Louise?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Mountain Park Transportation, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 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

02-08

$44

02-09

$34

Today

$27

02-11

$27

02-12

$26

02-13

$27

02-14

$27

02-15

$27

The cheapest trip from Calgary to Lake Louise was searched and found on Feb 12, 2026 with a price of $26

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

You can expect to pay from $26 to $111 for a bus ticket from Calgary to Lake Louise based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $26 which is on 2026-02-12.

Usually Mountain Park Transportation 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.