How much is the bus ticket from Kelowna to Banff?

The cheapest bus tickets from Kelowna to Banff start from $148. The average price for this route is around $154. 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 Kelowna to Banff?

The average bus travel time from Kelowna to Banff is 8h 25m, covering a distance of 301 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 20m and is operated by Ebus .

Which bus companies service the Kelowna to Banff route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from Ebus , Rider Express .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Kelowna to Banff?

The earliest bus departs from Kelowna to Banff at 7:55am. And the latest bus departs at 12:50pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Kelowna to Banff?

A bus trip from Kelowna to Banff generates an estimated 8 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 Kelowna to Banff?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Ebus , with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 14689 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Kelowna to Banff?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Ebus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Kelowna to Banff?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Ebus , with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Kelowna to Banff?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Ebus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Bus Kelowna to Banff from $127 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Kelowna to Banff on December 8
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Rider Express + Ebus	Bus	11:45am	Kelowna West	16h 5m	4:50am	Brewster Depot	No tags
Ebus + Rider Express	Bus	11:45am	Kelowna West	16h 5m	4:50am	Brewster Depot	No tags
Ebus + Rider Express	Bus	12:25pm	Downtown - 516 Lawrence Ave	15h 25m	4:50am	Brewster Depot	No tags
Rider Express + Ebus	Bus	12:25pm	Downtown - 516 Lawrence Ave	15h 25m	4:50am	Brewster Depot	No tags
Rider Express + Ebus	Bus	12:50pm	Kelowna YLW Airport	15h	4:50am	Brewster Depot	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Kelowna to Banff

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Banff. The journey takes about 5 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $61, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

5h 45mAverage Duration

313 kmDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$148 - $197	Average Duration8h 25m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$61 - $106	Average Duration5h 45m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Kelowna and Banff?

Stops in Kelowna

A
Downtown - 516 Lawrence Ave
516 Lawrence Ave, Kelowna, BC V1Y 6L7, Canada
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B
Kelowna Greyhound Bus Station
2366 Leckie Rd, Kelowna, BC V1X 6X2

Stops in Banff

A
Brewster Depot
100 Gopher St, In FRONT of Brewster Sightseeing (by the curbside ON the street) , Banff, AB T1L 1J3, Canada
Visit page
B
Mount Royal Hotel
Banff - Mount Royal Hotel, 138 Banff Ave, Banff, AB T1L 1A7, Canada, Mount Royal Hotel, Caribou St - Coach Bus Parking
Visit page
C
Buffalo Mountain Lodge
222 Lynx St, Banff, AB T1L 1K5, Canada
Visit page
D
Red Carpet Inn 425 Banff Ave, Banff
Red Carpet Inn 425 Banff Ave, Banff, Outside by bus Shelter
Visit page
E
Railway Ave
327 Railway Ave, Banff, AB T1L 1A1, Canada
F
Banff Inn 501 Banff Ave, Banff
501 Banff Ave, To note: Stop is outside on street, Banff, AB T1L 1A9, Canada
Visit page

Compare bus companies

Ebus

4.5/514,699 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.8

Rider Express

4/517,753 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.6

Based on 17753 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. Rider Express ticket prices on this trip start at $142

Rider Express Kelowna Banff recent customer reviews

Very informative great drivers

Adrian L.

July 1, 2024

It was wonderful

Maribel F.

September 29, 2023

CA Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Kelowna to Banff 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 Kelowna to Banff?
The cheapest bus tickets from Kelowna to Banff start from $148. The average price for this route is around $154. 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 Kelowna to Banff?
The average bus travel time from Kelowna to Banff is 8h 25m, covering a distance of 301 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 20m and is operated by Ebus.
Which bus companies service the Kelowna to Banff route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from Ebus, Rider Express.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Kelowna to Banff?
The earliest bus departs from Kelowna to Banff at 7:55am. And the latest bus departs at 12:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Kelowna to Banff?
A bus trip from Kelowna to Banff generates an estimated 8 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 Kelowna to Banff?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Ebus, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 14689 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Kelowna to Banff?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Ebus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Kelowna to Banff?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Ebus, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Kelowna to Banff?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Ebus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 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

12-05

$129

12-06

$128

Today

$128

12-08

$128

12-09

$127

12-10

$128

12-11

$128

12-12

$127

The cheapest trip from Kelowna to Banff was searched and found on Dec 9, 2025 with a price of $127

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

You can expect to pay from $127 to $195 for a bus ticket from Kelowna to Banff based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $127 which is on 2025-12-09.