How much is the bus ticket from Banff to Edmonton?

The cheapest coach tickets from Banff to Edmonton start from £21. The average price for this route is around £40. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Banff to Edmonton?

The average bus journey time from Banff to Edmonton is 6h 55m, covering a distance of 185 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 5h 45m and is operated by Rider Express .

Which bus companies service the Banff to Edmonton route?

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

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Banff to Edmonton?

The earliest bus departs from Banff to Edmonton at 04:50. And the latest bus departs at 12:30.

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

A bus journey from Banff to Edmonton produces an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which is the best bus company from Banff to Edmonton?

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 4624 reviews.

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

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

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Banff to Edmonton?

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.

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

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.

Bus Banff to Edmonton from £28 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Banff to Edmonton on 1 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	04:50	Brewster Depot	6h 15m	11:05	Edmonton South	Cheapest
	04:50	Brewster Depot	5h 45m	10:35	Edmonton Airport YEG	Fastest
	04:50	Brewster Depot	6h 45m	11:35	Downtown - 10180 105 St NW	No tags
	12:30	Parking Lot behind Mount Royal Hotel	6h 55m	19:25	Downtown -Jasper Ave	No tags
Vivo Green + The Canada Bus	11:30	Parking Lot behind Mount Royal Hotel	7h 35m	19:05	Edmonton Airport YEG	No tags

Next departures from Banff to Edmonton on 2 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	11:00	Parking Lot behind Mount Royal Hotel	7h 25m	18:25	Downtown -Jasper Ave	Cheapest
	04:50	Brewster Depot	5h 45m	10:35	Edmonton Airport YEG	Fastest
	04:50	Brewster Depot	6h 15m	11:05	Edmonton South	No tags
	11:00	Parking Lot behind Mount Royal Hotel	6h 55m	17:55	Edmonton (Southgate Transit Centre)	No tags
Vivo Green + The Canada Bus	11:30	Parking Lot behind Mount Royal Hotel	7h 35m	19:05	Edmonton Airport YEG	No tags

Next departures from Banff to Edmonton on 3 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	11:00	Parking Lot behind Mount Royal Hotel	7h 25m	18:25	Downtown -Jasper Ave	Cheapest
	11:00	Parking Lot behind Mount Royal Hotel	6h 55m	17:55	Edmonton (Southgate Transit Centre)	Fastest
	11:00	Parking Lot behind Mount Royal Hotel	7h 50m	18:50	Edmonton (Belvedere Transit Centre)	No tags
Vivo Green + The Canada Bus	11:30	Parking Lot behind Mount Royal Hotel	7h 35m	19:05	Edmonton Airport YEG	No tags
Vivo Green + Cold Shot	12:30	Parking Lot behind Mount Royal Hotel	9h 10m	21:40	Tim Hortons 34 Ave NW	No tags

Next departures from Banff to Edmonton on 4 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	12:30	Parking Lot behind Mount Royal Hotel	6h 55m	19:25	Downtown -Jasper Ave	Cheapest
	12:30	Parking Lot behind Mount Royal Hotel	6h 25m	18:55	Edmonton (Southgate Transit Centre)	Fastest
	12:30	Parking Lot behind Mount Royal Hotel	7h 20m	19:50	Edmonton (Belvedere Transit Centre)	No tags
Vivo Green + The Canada Bus	11:30	Parking Lot behind Mount Royal Hotel	7h 35m	19:05	Edmonton Airport YEG	No tags
	12:30	Parking Lot behind Mount Royal Hotel	9h 20m	21:50	Edmonton (Southgate Transit Centre)	No tags

Next departures from Banff to Edmonton on 5 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	12:30	Parking Lot behind Mount Royal Hotel	6h 55m	19:25	Downtown -Jasper Ave	Cheapest
	04:50	Brewster Depot	5h 45m	10:35	Edmonton Airport YEG	Fastest
	04:50	Brewster Depot	6h 15m	11:05	Edmonton South	No tags
	12:30	Parking Lot behind Mount Royal Hotel	6h 25m	18:55	Edmonton (Southgate Transit Centre)	No tags
Vivo Green + The Canada Bus	11:30	Parking Lot behind Mount Royal Hotel	7h 35m	19:05	Edmonton Airport YEG	No tags

Next departures from Banff to Edmonton on 6 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	04:50	Brewster Depot	6h 15m	11:05	Edmonton South	Cheapest
	04:50	Brewster Depot	5h 45m	10:35	Edmonton Airport YEG	Fastest
	04:50	Brewster Depot	6h 45m	11:35	Downtown - 10180 105 St NW	No tags
	11:00	Parking Lot behind Mount Royal Hotel	7h 55m	18:55	Edmonton (Southgate Transit Centre)	No tags
Vivo Green + The Canada Bus	11:30	Parking Lot behind Mount Royal Hotel	7h 35m	19:05	Edmonton Airport YEG	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Banff to Edmonton

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Edmonton. The journey takes about 4 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just £34, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

4h 45mAverage duration

186 milesDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£21 - £71	Average duration6h 55m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Shuttle	Average price£56 - £63	Average duration9h 35m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£34 - £50	Average duration4h 45m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Banff and Edmonton?

Stops in Banff

A
Mount Royal Hotel
Banff - Mount Royal Hotel, 138 Banff Ave, Banff, AB T1L 1A7, Canada, Mount Royal Hotel, Caribou St - Coach Bus Parking
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B
Brewster Depot
100 Gopher St, In FRONT of Brewster Sightseeing (by the curbside ON the street) , Banff, AB T1L 1J3, Canada
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C
Buffalo Mountain Lodge
222 Lynx St, Banff, AB T1L 1K5, Canada
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D
Red Carpet Inn 425 Banff Ave, Banff
Red Carpet Inn 425 Banff Ave, Banff, Outside by bus Shelter
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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
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Stops in Edmonton

A
Downtown - 10180 105 St NW
10180 105 St NW, Next to Fountain Tire, Edmonton, AB, T5J 1C9, Canada
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B
Downtown Edmonton, 10014 104 St NW
10014 104 St NW, Edmonton, AB T5J, Canada
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C
Edmonton International Airport
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D
Northgate Rosslyn Hotel
13648-13668 97 St NW, Edmonton, AB T5E 4E2, Canada
E
U of A
117 Street & 87 Avenue, Stop 2666, Edmonton, AB T6G, Canada
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F
Peter's Drive-In
5151 Calgary Trail NW, Edmonton, AB T6H 5X6, Canada

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,476 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Based on 11476 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at £21

FlixBus Banff Edmonton recent customer reviews

Bus was very uncomfortable and the drop off location in Calgary downtown is very inconvenient as there’s nothing to do around while waiting for the next bus

Kaylee P.

13 March 2025

Very comfortable

Ananya S.

3 September 2024

Rider Express

4/517,698 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.8

WiFi3.6

According to multiple positive reviews, the service provided by Rider is amazing. Customers express their gratitude for the ride and appreciate the promptness of the buses. However, there are some negative experiences mentioned where passengers were left behind without confirmation from the bus staff.

Rider Express Banff Edmonton recent customer reviews

The bus left I was there before the time and I didn’t see any bus not even a call to ask where I am and when I called your office to book me for another car he asked me to pay again

Roberta Faakor K.

7 July 2024

The bus arrives way earlier, took 2 passenger and leaved, and didn't confirm if those passenger were us

Jose Felipe R.

24 March 2023

Your driver between Calgary and Edmonton was rude. The bus from Banff was over half an hour late, I was waiting outdoors for 30 minutes at below freezing temperatures. Your online support was good. Mimi was very pleasant and very helpful. I won’t take the bus again unless there is no choice.

Anne P.

4 March 2023

Red Arrow

4.5/54,638 reviews

Staff4.9

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.9

WiFi4.1

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Banff to Edmonton

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

How much is the bus ticket from Banff to Edmonton?
The cheapest coach tickets from Banff to Edmonton start from £21. The average price for this route is around £40. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Banff to Edmonton?
The average bus journey time from Banff to Edmonton is 6h 55m, covering a distance of 185 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 5h 45m and is operated by Rider Express.
Which bus companies service the Banff to Edmonton route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Rider Express, Red Arrow.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Banff to Edmonton?
The earliest bus departs from Banff to Edmonton at 04:50. And the latest bus departs at 12:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Banff to Edmonton?
A bus journey from Banff to Edmonton produces an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Banff to Edmonton?
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 4624 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Banff to Edmonton?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Red Arrow has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Banff to Edmonton?
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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Banff to Edmonton?
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

27/11

No data

28/11

£41

Today

£32

30/11

£40

01/12

£40

02/12

£30

03/12

£28

04/12

£32

The cheapest trip from Banff to Edmonton was searched and found on 3 Dec 2025 with a price of £28

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

You can expect to pay from £28 to £43 for a bus ticket from Banff to Edmonton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £28, which is on 2025-12-03.

Usually FlixBus, 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.