{"id":3789,"date":"2018-10-18T12:58:18","date_gmt":"2018-10-18T19:58:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/?p=3789"},"modified":"2021-04-24T23:00:33","modified_gmt":"2021-04-25T06:00:33","slug":"calgary-to-banff-travel-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/?p=3789","title":{"rendered":"Getting From Calgary to Banff: The Complete Travel Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"everything-you-need-to-know-about-getting-from-calgary-to-banff\"><\/span><strong>Everything You Need To Know About Getting From Calgary to Banff<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Getting from Calgary to Banff can be tricky if you don&#8217;t have a car and if you aren&#8217;t aware of all transportation options. Thankfully there are several to choose from! I&#8217;ve put together this travel guide to help you plan the best route and get the most out of your budget.\u00a0Banff is one of the most beautiful places in the world and we are blessed living in Calgary to be so close to Banff, however, it&#8217;s not exactly walking distance (28hrs, if you&#8217;re interested). Perhaps you&#8217;re planning on coming to Alberta as a tourist or you&#8217;re like myself (I don&#8217;t have a drivers license or a vehicle), which means you&#8217;re going to need some transportation. This guide should answer every question you have about getting from Calgary to Banff.<\/p>\n<p>I&#8217;m going to assume you&#8217;re a Canadian tourist. <strong>Welcome!<\/strong> Banff is amazing and you&#8217;re in for a treat.<\/p>\n<p>As Banff doesn&#8217;t have it&#8217;s own airport, most people end up flying into the International Calgary Airport, then traveling from Calgary to Banff by road, usually by bus. The distance from Calgary to Banff is only about 120 km (75 miles), which takes just over an hour to reach by car, so going through Calgary makes sense on the journey to Banff. Perhaps you&#8217;re backpacking across Canada, visiting relatives in the area or just live in Calgary.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-white ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69f0de793b8a8\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69f0de793b8a8\" checked aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/?p=3789\/#everything-you-need-to-know-about-getting-from-calgary-to-banff\" >Everything You Need To Know About Getting From Calgary to Banff<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/?p=3789\/#fast-facts-about-traveling-to-banff-from-calgary\" >Fast Facts About Traveling To Banff From Calgary<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/?p=3789\/#getting-from-calgary-to-banff-by-bus\" >Getting From Calgary To Banff By Bus<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/?p=3789\/#bus-and-shuttle-companies-in-alberta\" >Bus and Shuttle Companies in Alberta<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/?p=3789\/#on-it-regional-transit\" >On-It Regional Transit<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/?p=3789\/#rates\" >Rates<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/?p=3789\/#perks\" >Perks<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/?p=3789\/#banff-airporter\" >Banff Airporter<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/?p=3789\/#brewster-express-by-pursuit\" >Brewster Express by Pursuit<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/?p=3789\/#abest-transport-and-tour-services\" >ABest Transport and Tour Services<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/?p=3789\/#the-banff-express\" >The Banff Express<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/?p=3789\/#rider-express\" >Rider Express<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/?p=3789\/#ticket-prices\" >Ticket Prices<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/?p=3789\/#service-between-calgary-and-vancouver\" >Service Between Calgary And Vancouver<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/?p=3789\/#bus-companies-without-service-to-banff\" >Bus Companies Without Service To Banff<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/?p=3789\/#charter-your-own-coach-or-bus\" >Charter Your Own Coach Or Bus<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/?p=3789\/#traveling-by-hitchhiking-ride-sharing-taxis-uber\" >Traveling by Hitchhiking, Ride Sharing, Taxis, Uber<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/?p=3789\/#hitchhiking\" >Hitchhiking<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/?p=3789\/#ride-sharing\" >Ride Sharing<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/?p=3789\/#taking-a-taxi\" >Taking a Taxi<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/?p=3789\/#taking-uber\" >Taking Uber<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/?p=3789\/#driving-to-banff-by-car\" >Driving To Banff By Car<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/?p=3789\/#renting-a-car\" >Renting A Car<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/?p=3789\/#car-rental-rates\" >Car Rental Rates<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/?p=3789\/#tip\" >TIP!\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/?p=3789\/#alberta-winter-driving-tips\" >Alberta Winter Driving Tips<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/?p=3789\/#more-reading-about-banff\" >More Reading About Banff<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/?p=3789\/#common-questions-about-traveling-from-calgary-to-banff\" >Common Questions About Traveling From Calgary To Banff<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/?p=3789\/#can-you-walk-from-calgary-to-banff\" >Can you walk from Calgary to Banff?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/?p=3789\/#is-there-a-train-from-calgary-to-banff\" >Is there a train from Calgary to Banff?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/?p=3789\/#is-there-a-bus-from-calgary-to-banff\" >Is there a bus from Calgary to Banff?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-32\" href=\"https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/?p=3789\/#does-banff-have-an-airport\" >Does Banff have an airport?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-33\" href=\"https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/?p=3789\/#how-much-does-it-cost-to-drive-to-banff-from-calgary\" >How much does it cost to drive to Banff from Calgary?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-34\" href=\"https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/?p=3789\/#which-hotels-are-in-banff\" >Which hotels are in Banff?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-35\" href=\"https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/?p=3789\/#what-is-the-drive-like-from-calgary-to-banff\" >What is the drive like from Calgary to Banff?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-36\" href=\"https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/?p=3789\/#is-the-drive-to-banff-safe\" >Is the drive to Banff safe?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-37\" href=\"https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/?p=3789\/#do-you-need-a-car-in-banff\" >Do you need a car in Banff?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-38\" href=\"https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/?p=3789\/#does-banff-have-uber\" >Does Banff have Uber?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-39\" href=\"https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/?p=3789\/#in-conclusion\" >In Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"fast-facts-about-traveling-to-banff-from-calgary\"><\/span><strong>Fast Facts About Traveling To Banff From Calgary<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>The distance from Calgary to Banff is around 125 km by car.<\/li>\n<li>Full LTE phone service is available along the TransCanada highway for most of the route. Telus\/Bell\/Rogers.<\/li>\n<li>Jasper is around 290 km from Banff (3h 30 minutes by car), and 410 km from Calgary.<\/li>\n<li>It takes around 1hr 20 minutes to drive from Calgary to Banff under regular conditions. Longer in the winter or if there are traffic snarls.<\/li>\n<li>The town of Canmore is along the way!<\/li>\n<li>Once you&#8217;re in Banff there&#8217;s lots of things to do in <a href=\"https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/tourism\/banff-without-a-car\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Banff without a car<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>IMPORTANT<\/strong>: Banff National Park has a fee to enter. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.banff.com\/banff-helpers\/banff-park-fees\/\">See here for details<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/pbs.twimg.com\/media\/Dj3DhQPUYAI0VD4.jpg\" alt=\"Calgary to Banff mountain scenery\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" \/><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"by-bus\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"getting-from-calgary-to-banff-by-bus\"><\/span><strong>Getting From Calgary To Banff By Bus<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you don&#8217;t have access to a car and can&#8217;t rent one, your next best option would be taking a bus from Calgary to Banff. There&#8217;s several options available, and now that Greyhound is no longer in service here, there&#8217;s new ones popping up all the time! I&#8217;ll keep this travel guide updated as new businesses enter the Alberta transportation landscape.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"bus-and-shuttle-companies-in-alberta\"><\/span><strong>Bus and Shuttle Companies in Alberta<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul style=\"list-style-type: square;\">\n<li><a href=\"#On-it-regional-transit\">On-It Regional Transit<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#Banff-Airporter\">Banff Airporter<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#Brewster-Travel-by-Pursuit-Banff-Jasper\">Brewster Express<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#ABest\">ABest<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#The-Banff-Express\">The Banff Express<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#Rider-Express\">Rider Express<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 id=\"On-it-regional-transit\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"on-it-regional-transit\"><\/span>On-It Regional Transit<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-4640 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/On-it-regional-transit.jpg\" alt=\"Calgary to Banff on-it Regional Transport\" width=\"1006\" height=\"675\" srcset=\"https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/On-it-regional-transit.jpg 1006w, https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/On-it-regional-transit-620x416.jpg 620w, https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/On-it-regional-transit-768x515.jpg 768w, https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/On-it-regional-transit-644x432.jpg 644w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1006px) 100vw, 1006px\" \/><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/onitregionaltransit.ca\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">https:\/\/onitregionaltransit.ca<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Twitter: @<a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/onit_transit\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">onit_transit<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Instagram: @<a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/onit_transit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">onit_transit<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Facebook: @<a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/onitregionaltransit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">onitregionaltransit<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>On-it Regional Transit is a bus service that will take you from Calgary to Banff for only $10 each way! (they also operate elsewhere in Alberta, too). It&#8217;s the cheapest and best option of getting to Banff for those of us without a car, however, they only run during certain times of the year, and even then only on certain days. Their coaches are clean and well maintained. <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/Crackmacs\/status\/1026118277204832258\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">I was impressed when I checked out their services<\/a>. If you&#8217;re able to book a ticket with them, do it. Hopefully one day they come out with a winter shuttle, or even better, year round service! Pets are not allowed unfortunately.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"rates\"><\/span><strong>Rates<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Regular ticket <\/strong>$10 each way between Calgary, Banff and Canmore.<\/li>\n<li>Children 5 and under are free!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"perks\"><\/span><strong>Perks<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Friday\/Saturday\/Sunday service<\/li>\n<li>You can bring a bike! Must reserve in advance.<\/li>\n<li>You can use <a href=\"https:\/\/roamtransit.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Roamtransit<\/a> (local Banff public transit) for FREE using your On-it Regional Transit ticket.<\/li>\n<li>USB ports in the buses.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Service 2019:<\/strong> May 18, 2018 &#8211; September 15, 2019.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Reminder: you will still need to purchase a Banff national park pass! Buy <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pc.gc.ca\/en\/pn-np\/ab\/banff\/visit\/passer-passes\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">in stores<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.banfflakelouise.com\/park-pass-purchase\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">online<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 id=\"Banff-Airporter\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"banff-airporter\"><\/span><strong>Banff Airporter<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" id=\"Banff_Airporter&quot;\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-4647 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Banff-Airporter.jpg\" alt=\"Calgary to Banff Airporter\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1066\" srcset=\"https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Banff-Airporter.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Banff-Airporter-620x413.jpg 620w, https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Banff-Airporter-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Banff-Airporter-644x429.jpg 644w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/banffairporter.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">http:\/\/banffairporter.com<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/banffairporter\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">https:\/\/twitter.com\/banffairporter<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/banffairporter\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/banffairporter<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The Banff Airporter is a dedicated shuttle that only runs between Calgary, Banff and Canmore. The Banff Airporter use 24 seat luxury coaches, complete with USB ports, leather seats, overhead lighting, air controls and even a water bottle refill station. You can only catch it at the Calgary Airport, however they are able to drop off (or pick up) at any home or hotel in Banff. In Canmore it only stops at the Coast Canmore Hotel.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Rates<\/strong> (they do offer a senior discount as well)<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Adult:<\/strong> $63.99 one way,\u00a0$127.98 return<\/li>\n<li><strong>Child:<\/strong> $31.99 one way, $63.99 return<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Reliable, insured, convenient, almost a dozen trips per day from Calgary to Banff and Canmore, automatic changes to booking time in case of flight delays, takes luggage, drops off in Banff at any home or hotel. Keep in mind: no wifi, no washrooms, only departs from the Calgary Airport and pets are not allowed.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"Brewster-Travel-by-Pursuit-Banff-Jasper\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"brewster-express-by-pursuit\"><\/span><b>Brewster Express by Pursuit<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-5296\" src=\"https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Brewster-Express-by-Pursuit.jpg\" alt=\"Brewster Express by Pursuit\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Brewster-Express-by-Pursuit.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Brewster-Express-by-Pursuit-620x413.jpg 620w, https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Brewster-Express-by-Pursuit-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Brewster-Express-by-Pursuit-644x429.jpg 644w, https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Brewster-Express-by-Pursuit-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.banffjaspercollection.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">https:\/\/www.banffjaspercollection.com<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/PursuitBanff\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">https:\/\/twitter.com\/PursuitBanff<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/PursuitBanffJasper\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/PursuitBanffJasper<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/pursuitbanffjasper\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/pursuitbanffjasper<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Pursuit is a luxury travel and hospitality company that has coach buses to all the best destinations in the Rocky Mountains, high-end hotels,\u00a0 they also operate a number of attractions such as the Banff Gondola. They offer a number of tourism packages to all kinds of attractions and you\u2019ll ride in comfort if you use them to get around. In addition to Banff, they also travel to Canmore, Jasper, Lake Louise, the Columbia Ice Fields, The\u00a0Glacier\u00a0Skywalk\u00a0and way more. They\u2019ve also been around for over 125 years and make excellent tour operators.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Rates<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Adults<\/strong> &#8211; from Calgary to Banff, the cost is $69 one way. $118 for a return trip.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Children<\/strong> (6-15) &#8211; from Calgary to Banff, the cost is $35 one way. $60 for a return trip.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Children<\/strong> (under 6) &#8211; free! They&#8217;ll need to share a seat with an adult.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The Brewster Express shuttle to Banff leaves from the Calgary airport. You can also book from Calgary to their other destinations, prices vary. You&#8217;ll save 15% by booking a round trip instead of one way.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"Banff-Gondola\" aria-describedby=\"caption-Banff-Gondola\" style=\"width: 1190px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-4674 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Banff-Gondola-Sulpher-Mountain.jpg\" alt=\"Calgary to Banff Gondola \" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" srcset=\"https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Banff-Gondola-Sulpher-Mountain.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Banff-Gondola-Sulpher-Mountain-620x349.jpg 620w, https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Banff-Gondola-Sulpher-Mountain-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Banff-Gondola-Sulpher-Mountain-644x362.jpg 644w, https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Banff-Gondola-Sulpher-Mountain-600x338.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-Banff-Gondola\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Sulpher Mountain, atop the Banff Gondola<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3 id=\"ABest\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"abest-transport-and-tour-services\"><\/span><strong>ABest Transport and Tour Services<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-5298 alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/ABest-shuttle.jpg\" alt=\"ABest shuttle\" width=\"400\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/ABest-shuttle.jpg 400w, https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/ABest-shuttle-53x53.jpg 53w, https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/ABest-shuttle-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/ABest-shuttle-100x100.jpg 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>ABest is an airport shuttle service that offers sightseeing charter service to almost anywhere in Alberta, including transportation to Banff. You&#8217;ll be professionally driven in an SUV, which is better for smaller groups, weddings, conferences or group events.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.skipthecab.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">https:\/\/www.skipthecab.com<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/SkipthecAB\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Twitter: @skipthecAB<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/skipthecab\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Facebook: @skipthecab<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>As of now, the rates are $280 per person.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"The-Banff-Express\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"the-banff-express\"><\/span><strong>The Banff Express<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" id=\"Banff_Express\" class=\"alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thebanffexpress.com\/images\/bus.png\" alt=\"Calgary to Banff The Banff Express Bus\" width=\"552\" height=\"360\" \/><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thebanffexpress.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">https:\/\/www.thebanffexpress.com<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>These guys showed up on October 31st 2018, right as Greyhound flipped the switch to end their services in the western provinces. The Banff Express runs between Calgary and Canmore\/Banff that runs twice a day to\/from. In Calgary they pick up passengers down at Eau Claire, or the Foothills Hospital, and in Banff at the Heritage Train Station. The stop in Canmore is at the Canmore Visitor Information Centre. Their shuttles have air conditioning, seat belts, and WiFi<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Adults<\/strong>: $30 each way.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Kids<\/strong>: $17 each way.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Plus GST, of course.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"Rider-Express\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"rider-express\"><\/span><strong>Rider Express<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-9957\" src=\"https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Rider_Express_Transportation_Calgary_to_Vancouver-e1569865405487.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"750\" height=\"282\" \/><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/riderexpress.ca\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">https:\/\/riderexpress.ca<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Rider Express is a coach bus transportation company which offers service not only from Calgary to Banff, but to many other small towns in Alberta\/BC and Saskatchewan. They have two main routes &#8211; service between <a href=\"https:\/\/riderexpress.ca\/schedules\/vancouver-calgary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Calgary and Vancouver<\/a> and between <a href=\"https:\/\/riderexpress.ca\/schedules\/alberta-saskatchewan\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Edmonton and Regina<\/a>. They stop at several small towns between those destinations, and offer daily service to most of them. All in all service is very similar to what Greyhound offered but slightly better.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-10135 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Rider-express-Rocky-moutains-Banff.jpg\" alt=\"Calgary to Banff Rider Express Bus\" width=\"750\" height=\"563\" srcset=\"https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Rider-express-Rocky-moutains-Banff.jpg 750w, https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Rider-express-Rocky-moutains-Banff-620x465.jpg 620w, https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Rider-express-Rocky-moutains-Banff-644x483.jpg 644w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Their big coach buses have storage underneath for luggage and things like bikes. They also have a small bathroom in the back of the bus, USB ports, even power plugs behind each seat. There&#8217;s free WiFi too but I found it extremely slow (I&#8217;m guessing everyone else on the bus was trying to use it too at the same time).<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Big windows, comfy seats that recline a bit.<\/li>\n<li>Bathroom on the bus.<\/li>\n<li>Complimentary WiFi.<\/li>\n<li>Air conditioning.<\/li>\n<li>Service dogs and wheelchairs accepted.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"ticket-prices\"><\/span><strong>Ticket Prices<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Ticket prices are the same no matter when you book.<\/li>\n<li>Tickets prices:\n<ul>\n<li>One way ticket from Calgary to Banff: $69.99 after taxes<\/li>\n<li>Round trip ticket from Calgary to Banff, Banff to Calgary: $139.98 after taxes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>You get 2 checked bags for free, $20 each after that.<\/li>\n<li>$20 per bike.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"service-between-calgary-and-vancouver\"><\/span><strong>Service Between Calgary And Vancouver<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Rider Express doesn&#8217;t stop at every small town along the way, but it does stop at a lot of popular destinations. You can get on or off the bus at any of these stops.<\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th>CITY\/TOWN<\/th>\n<th>ARRIVAL<\/th>\n<th>DEPARTURE<\/th>\n<th>PICK UP \/ DROP OFF LOCATION<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>CALGARY-WESTBROOK MALL, AB<\/td>\n<td>N\/A<\/td>\n<td>7:45 AM<\/td>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/@51.0422669,-114.1422347,17z\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">WESTBROOK MALL, BETWEEN ENTRANCE 5-6 \u2013 1200 37 ST SW<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>CANMORE, AB<\/td>\n<td>N\/A<\/td>\n<td>8:50 AM<\/td>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/Esso\/@51.1029852,-115.3643644,17z\/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x5370c58c0a6bcf51:0x81f0515cc50772d8!8m2!3d51.1029819!4d-115.3621811\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ESSO \u2013 1729 A MOUNTAIN AVE<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>BANFF, AB<\/td>\n<td>9:10 AM<\/td>\n<td>9:30 AM<\/td>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/100+Gopher+St,+Banff,+AB+T1L+1J3\/@51.1801741,-115.5786684,17z\/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x5370ca452ed79cc7:0x31872ba1ff068aff!8m2!3d51.1801708!4d-115.5764744\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">100 GOPHER ST. BREWSTER SIGHTSEEING<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>LAKE LOUISE, AB<\/td>\n<td>N\/A<\/td>\n<td>10:05 AM<\/td>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/HUSKY\/@51.4263026,-116.1777562,20z\/data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x53775d3642d9b3ab:0x11d44fe4e047ffa!8m2!3d51.4263026!4d-116.1774883\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">200 VILLAGE RD- HUSKY<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>GOLDEN, BC<\/td>\n<td>11:05 AM<\/td>\n<td>11:20 AM<\/td>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/HUSKY\/@51.3118928,-116.9725569,17z\/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x5379bf7a121ecd1f:0xf90a66d612fbb7bb!8m2!3d51.3118895!4d-116.9703735\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">HUSKY \u2013 1050 TRANS CANADA HWY #1<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>REVELSTOKE, BC<\/td>\n<td>12:20 PM<\/td>\n<td>12:50 PM<\/td>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/122+BC-23,+Revelstoke,+BC,+Canada\/@51.0113132,-118.2138644,17z\/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x537937180a60e3ad:0xad6fda0c226934aa!8m2!3d51.0113098!4d-118.2116811\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">122 HIGHWAY 23 N REVELSTOKE<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>SICAMOUS, BC<\/td>\n<td>N\/A<\/td>\n<td>1:45 PM<\/td>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/HUSKY\/@50.8457887,-118.9576605,17z\/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x537ee97bfa565f3d:0x6a1fb85f2b399a26!8m2!3d50.8457853!4d-118.9554773\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">HUSKY \u2013 1340 TRANS CANADA HWY #1<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>SALMON ARM, BC<\/td>\n<td>N\/A<\/td>\n<td>2:10 PM<\/td>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/50%C2%B041'41.3%22N+119%C2%B017'52.1%22W\/@50.6948056,-119.2999943,17z\/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x0:0x0!8m2!3d50.694803!4d-119.297814\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">PICCADILLY MALL 1151 10TH AVE SW<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>SORRENTO-WESTBOUND, BC<\/td>\n<td>N\/A<\/td>\n<td>2:35 PM<\/td>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/Petro-Canada\/@50.8769309,-119.46917,19.35z\/data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x4d594fc4847b893f:0x2ea5f772fca7ffbb!8m2!3d50.8771699!4d-119.469175\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">PULL-OUT PASS PETRO CANADA AT 1235 TRANS CANADA HIGHWAY<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>CHASE, BC<\/td>\n<td>N\/A<\/td>\n<td>2:50 PM<\/td>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/Chase,+BC\/@50.8000881,-119.7775532,10.53z\/data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x537e53de598a61cf:0x4461970145fc88e2!8m2!3d50.8188483!4d-119.6845191\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">PETRO CANADA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>KAMLOOPS, BC<\/td>\n<td>3:30 PM<\/td>\n<td>3:50 PM<\/td>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/Petro-Pass+Kamloops\/@50.6592894,-120.3989361,17z\/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x537e2b8048bf8c97:0x8e5a423fa4fec3af!8m2!3d50.659286!4d-120.3967528\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">PETRO CANADA AT 1522 VERSATILE DR.<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>MERRITT, BC<\/td>\n<td>N\/A<\/td>\n<td>4:55 PM<\/td>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/HUSKY\/@50.1236337,-120.7507963,17z\/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x548191165c426a83:0xba0515a3ef8434a5!8m2!3d50.1236303!4d-120.748613\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">HUSKY \u2013 3999 AIRPORT ROAD<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>HOPE, BC<\/td>\n<td>N\/A<\/td>\n<td>6:15 PM<\/td>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/Chevron\/@49.3758914,-121.4326237,17z\/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x5483f5b387708457:0x132944ded54afe68!8m2!3d49.3758879!4d-121.4304403\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">CHEVRON \u2013 587 OLD HOPE<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>CHILLIWACK, BC<\/td>\n<td>N\/A<\/td>\n<td>6:50 PM<\/td>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/HUSKY\/@49.1406604,-121.9609349,17z\/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x548440bcac647e4d:0x2ffc722dbaae3170!8m2!3d49.1406569!4d-121.9587516\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">HUSKY \u2013 7620A VEDDER ROAD<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>ABBOTSFORD, BC<\/td>\n<td>N\/A<\/td>\n<td>7:20 PM<\/td>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/Abbotsford+International+Airport\/@49.024921,-122.3705206,17z\/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x5485b561e726e31d:0xa4bc6848009df9f2!8m2!3d49.0249175!4d-122.3683373\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ABBOTSFORD INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>SURREY, BC<\/td>\n<td>N\/A<\/td>\n<td>8:00 PM<\/td>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/49%C2%B011'34.6%22N+122%C2%B048'07.0%22W\/@49.1929444,-122.8041331,17z\/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x0:0x0!8m2!3d49.192945!4d-122.801941\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">CURBSIDE ON 105 AVE. ACROSS GUILDFORD RECREATION CENTRE<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>VANCOUVER, BC<\/td>\n<td>8:45 PM<\/td>\n<td>N\/A<\/td>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/49%C2%B016%2723.2%22N+123%C2%B005%2754.8%22W\/@49.2731025,-123.1007297,17z\/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x0:0x0!8m2!3d49.273099!4d-123.098541\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">CURBSIDE ON 1150 STATION ST \u2013 BUS TERMINAL<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"bus-companies-without-service-to-banff\"><\/span><strong>Bus Companies Without Service To Banff<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redarrow.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Red Arrow<\/a> does not have service from Calgary to Banff.<\/li>\n<li>Greyhound ended all services in Alberta at the end of October 2018.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"by-chartering-bus\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"charter-your-own-coach-or-bus\"><\/span><strong>Charter Your Own Coach Or Bus<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you&#8217;ve got a large crew coming or you just want to drive around in a big ass bus there are several options. If you don&#8217;t need a big tour bus many of these companies also rent mini-shuttles and other transport vans better suited for traveling in the Rockies.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/gogocharters.ca\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">https:\/\/gogocharters.ca\u00a0<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.canadacoachlines.ca\/services.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">http:\/\/www.canadacoachlines.ca\/services.html<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/redarrow.ca\/charter-our-coaches\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">https:\/\/redarrow.ca\/charter-our-coaches<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.southland.ca\/charters\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">http:\/\/www.southland.ca\/charters\/<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"by-car\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"traveling-by-hitchhiking-ride-sharing-taxis-uber\"><\/span><strong>Traveling by <\/strong><strong>Hitchhiking, Ride Sharing, Taxis, Uber<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3 id=\"by-hitchhiking\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"hitchhiking\"><\/span><strong>Hitchhiking<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>If you&#8217;re into flagging down strangers and hoping into their vehicle, you&#8217;re in luck. There is a popular stretch of road along Highway 1 (Trans-Canada Highway) that hitchhikers regularly use to head west. You can get to this spot by taking the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.calgarytransit.com\/schedule?route_number=408&amp;direction=1&amp;stop_number=&amp;date=2014-12-22&amp;time=07%3A00%3A39\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">number 408 bus<\/a>. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/dir\/Downtown,+Calgary,+AB\/Valley+Ridge,+Calgary,+AB\/@51.071203,-114.197782,13z\/data=!4m14!4m13!1m5!1m1!1s0x53716ffb86200597:0x10c42af1e7df241e!2m2!1d-114.0592618!2d51.0478108!1m5!1m1!1s0x53716bf9456238e9:0x34524ee06c61e602!2m2!1d-114.253356!2d51.0939246!3e3\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Click here to see how to get there from downtown Calgary<\/a>. The 408 will get you pretty close to where you&#8217;ll be thumbing. There&#8217;s also a convenience store and some fast food joints over there so you can pickup any supplies or food before you go.<\/p>\n<p>By the way, hitchhiking is illegal within the Calgary city limits. Don&#8217;t hitch hike .. within the city limits.<\/p>\n<p>This roadway by Valley Ridge literally had some dude hitchhiking in the street view.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-4667 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/hitchhiking-calgary-to-banff.jpg\" alt=\"Calgary to Banff hitchhiking\" width=\"1237\" height=\"510\" srcset=\"https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/hitchhiking-calgary-to-banff.jpg 1237w, https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/hitchhiking-calgary-to-banff-620x256.jpg 620w, https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/hitchhiking-calgary-to-banff-768x317.jpg 768w, https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/hitchhiking-calgary-to-banff-644x266.jpg 644w, https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/hitchhiking-calgary-to-banff-600x247.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1237px) 100vw, 1237px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>If you need to get back to Calgary from Banff go the same route as you took to get there, along Highway 1 aka the Trans-Canada Highway.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"by-ridesharing\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"ride-sharing\"><\/span><strong>Ride Sharing<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.poparide.com\/travel\/calgary-ab\/banff-ab\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">https:\/\/www.poparide.com<\/a> &#8211; people that travel regularly between cities can use this app to rent out extra seats in their vehicle. Carpooling meets the 21st century. The rate from Calgary to Banff is $8-$12 (as of right now).<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kijiji.ca\/b-rideshare-carpool\/calgary\/calgary-to-banff\/k0c5l1700199\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">https:\/\/www.kijiji.ca\/&#8230;.<\/a>\u00a0&#8211; Kijiji is a buy\/sell website that includes a ride sharing section.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ridesharing.com\/en-ca\/Rideshare_Calgary_Banff.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">https:\/\/www.ridesharing.com<\/a>\u00a0&#8211; Not a great resource but something you can check for rides.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/groups\/281913098598555\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">I need a ride to Calgary\/Canmore\/Banff<\/a>\u00a0&#8211; A Facebook group with 4000+ members.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/Turo.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Turo.com<\/a> &#8211; It&#8217;s like AirBNB but for vehicles. People rent them out to other people.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 id=\"by-taxi\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"taking-a-taxi\"><\/span><strong>Taking a Taxi<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>I&#8217;m not sure why you would do this as it&#8217;ll cost you around $250 from Calgary, but it&#8217;s an option. Keep in mind that&#8217;s $250 <strong><em>each way<\/em><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thecheckergroup.com\/cabs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Checker Cabs<\/a>\u00a0403-299-2999<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.associatedcab.ca\/home\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Associated Cab<\/a> 403-299-1111<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/calgarycabs.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Calgary United Cabs<\/a>\u00a0403-777-1111<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div data-mantis-zone=\"in-article\">\n<h3 id=\"by-taxi\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"taking-uber\"><\/span><strong>Taking Uber<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<p>You can use Uber to find someone to take you out there, and it&#8217;ll cost you about $150, but be warned.. they don&#8217;t have Uber in Banff. You might not be able to find a driver to bring you home. Taking an Uber to Banff from Calgary would be pretty dumb to do, but hey there option is there.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.uber.com\/ca\/en\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">https:\/\/www.uber.com<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"by-car\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"driving-to-banff-by-car\"><\/span><strong>Driving To Banff By Car<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" id=\"Driving-to-Banff\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-4641 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Rent-a-car-calgary-to-banff.jpg\" alt=\"Calgary to Banff rent a car\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" srcset=\"https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Rent-a-car-calgary-to-banff.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Rent-a-car-calgary-to-banff-620x349.jpg 620w, https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Rent-a-car-calgary-to-banff-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Rent-a-car-calgary-to-banff-644x362.jpg 644w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Driving through the Rocky Mountains on the Trans Canada Highway is fun, because the drive is beautiful and there&#8217;s a lot of stuff to see even stop at, along the way. You&#8217;ll drive by several look out points, rest stops and even campgrounds that you can stop at to take in the scenery, eat lunch, fish, day hike, and so on. Watch out for wildlife running across the highways. Seeing deer, elk, moose, coyotes, wolves, black bears, grizzly bears, brown bears, skunks, porcupines are regular occurrences.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Expect long delays if there are accidents or avalanches in the mountain passes.<\/li>\n<li>Carry a safety kit in your vehicle.<\/li>\n<li>Bring extra food and water.<\/li>\n<li>Do not text and drive.<\/li>\n<li>Slow down and do not speed around the many blind spots.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"renting-a-car\"><\/span><strong>Renting A Car<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you have a drivers license, renting a car to visit <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Banff,_Alberta\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Banff<\/a> would be by far the best option and most obvious choice. Renting a car in Calgary and driving to Banff will give you the absolute freedom to see whatever you want, stop anywhere on your own schedule, take scenic routes (around Banff, you&#8217;ll want to) to see wild life, and access hiking and fishing spots that would be inaccessible otherwise. If it&#8217;s summer time and you have the money, rent a convertible car! Traveling through the rocky mountains with the cool pine fresh air blasting in your face is not something you can do in most places, and for sure not something you&#8217;ll be able to do on the bus.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Keep a list of things you&#8217;ll do in Banff before deciding on the type of vehicle you&#8217;re going to rent. Will it fit a toddler car seat? Does it have a ski rack? Bike rack?<\/li>\n<li>Book early to not only get the better rates, but ensuring peace of mind by not having to track down or search for a vehicle if you just show up in Calgary.<\/li>\n<li>When booking a rental car, ask about picking it up from a non-airport location to avoid any extra airport fees.<\/li>\n<li>You do NOT need to rent an SUV for winter driving, unless going off road. Car rental companies will put winter tires on their vehicles.<\/li>\n<li>Renting a car will cost you approximately $35 a day, or about $230 per week, depending on the type you choose and the dates you go with.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"car-rental-rates\"><\/span><strong>Car Rental Rates<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Each of the below rates were checked using the same criteria.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Summer Rates date range: July 5th &#8211; July 7th<\/li>\n<li>Winter Rates date range: November 24th &#8211; November 27th<\/li>\n<li>Pick up and drop off time: 12:00 PM<\/li>\n<li>Age: 25+ driver<\/li>\n<li>Canadian citizen<\/li>\n<li>The rate listed below is the <strong>cheapest option<\/strong> that came up<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Rental pickup location is the Calgary International Airport.<\/p>\n<div class=\"symple-column symple-one-third symple-column-first  \"><strong>Car Rental Company<\/strong><\/div>\n<div class=\"symple-column symple-one-third symple-column-middle  \"><strong>Summer\u00a0Rates<\/strong><\/div>\n<div class=\"symple-column symple-one-third symple-column-last  \"><strong>Winter Rates<\/strong><\/div><div class=\"symple-clear-floats\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"symple-column symple-one-third symple-column-first  \"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.alamo.ca\/en_US\/car-rental\/locations\/ca\/yyct71-calgary-international-airport.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Alamo<\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"symple-column symple-one-third symple-column-middle  \">$258<\/div>\n<div class=\"symple-column symple-one-third symple-column-last  \">$98<\/div><div class=\"symple-clear-floats\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"symple-column symple-one-third symple-column-first  \"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.budget.ca\/en\/locations\/ca\/ab\/calgary\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Budget<\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"symple-column symple-one-third symple-column-middle  \">$66<\/div>\n<div class=\"symple-column symple-one-third symple-column-last  \">$92<\/div><div class=\"symple-clear-floats\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"symple-column symple-one-third symple-column-first  \"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.discountcar.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Discount Car and Truck Rentals<\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"symple-column symple-one-third symple-column-middle  \">$70<\/div>\n<div class=\"symple-column symple-one-third symple-column-last  \">$103<\/div><div class=\"symple-clear-floats\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"symple-column symple-one-third symple-column-first  \"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.drivingforce.ca\/en\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Driving Force<\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"symple-column symple-one-third symple-column-middle  \">$162<\/div>\n<div class=\"symple-column symple-one-third symple-column-last  \">$167<\/div><div class=\"symple-clear-floats\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"symple-column symple-one-third symple-column-first  \"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.enterprise.ca\/en\/home.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Enterprise<\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"symple-column symple-one-third symple-column-middle  \">$258<\/div>\n<div class=\"symple-column symple-one-third symple-column-last  \">$100<\/div><div class=\"symple-clear-floats\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"symple-column symple-one-third symple-column-first  \"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hertz.com\/rentacar\/reservation\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Hertz<\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"symple-column symple-one-third symple-column-middle  \">$218<\/div>\n<div class=\"symple-column symple-one-third symple-column-last  \">$118<\/div><div class=\"symple-clear-floats\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"symple-column symple-one-third symple-column-first  \"><a href=\"https:\/\/routes.ca\/en\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Routes<\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"symple-column symple-one-third symple-column-middle  \">I have no idea<\/div>\n<div class=\"symple-column symple-one-third symple-column-last  \">Their website sucks<\/div><div class=\"symple-clear-floats\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"symple-column symple-one-third symple-column-first  \"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thriftycanada.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Thrifty<\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"symple-column symple-one-third symple-column-middle  \">$68<\/div>\n<div class=\"symple-column symple-one-third symple-column-last  \">$98<\/div><div class=\"symple-clear-floats\"><\/div>\n<p>As you can see there is quite a difference between companies. It&#8217;ll save you money by checking around.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"tip\"><\/span><strong>TIP!\u00a0<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Be sure to ask about picking up the rental from somewhere other than the Calgary airport when booking. There is often an additional fee for picking up a car rental from an airport. Some companies offer free shuttles to their other non-airport locations &#8211; keep in mind they may need to be booked ahead of time.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"BanffSpringsHotel\" aria-describedby=\"caption-BanffSpringsHotel\" style=\"width: 1768px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-3795 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/banff_springs.jpg\" alt=\"Calgary to Banff Fairmont Springs Hotel View\" width=\"1778\" height=\"931\" srcset=\"https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/banff_springs.jpg 1778w, https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/banff_springs-620x325.jpg 620w, https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/banff_springs-768x402.jpg 768w, https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/banff_springs-644x337.jpg 644w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1778px) 100vw, 1778px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-BanffSpringsHotel\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">View from the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"alberta-winter-driving-tips\"><\/span><strong>Alberta Winter Driving Tips<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you end up traveling to Banff during the winter, you&#8217;re going to want to take some extra precautions before heading out. Driving through the Rocky Mountains is a wonderful experience, but winter driving in Alberta can be tense or even dangerous, if you aren&#8217;t prepared.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Check current <a href=\"https:\/\/weather.gc.ca\/forecast\/canada\/index_e.html?id=AB\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">weather conditions and alerts<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>Ensure your vehicle has winter tires.<\/li>\n<li>Stay on the highways and major roads, you don&#8217;t want to get stuck in a ditch.<\/li>\n<li>Bring extra food, snacks, water.<\/li>\n<li>Bring a USB battery.<\/li>\n<li>Pack a safety kit.<\/li>\n<li>Bring extra blankets.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/511.alberta.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Check 511 Alberta Road Advisories<\/a> before traveling.\n<ul>\n<li>Download the 511 Alberta app.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id=com.ibigroup.mobile.ta511ab.android\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Android<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/itunes.apple.com\/ca\/app\/511-alberta\/id1425893504?mt=8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">iOS<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Follow @<a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/511Alberta\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">511Alberta<\/a> on Twitter for reports.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"more-reading-about-banff\"><\/span><strong>More Reading About Banff<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Banff National Park is one of the most beautiful places on earth and you&#8217;ll want to get the most out of it when you get here. Here&#8217;s a couple suggestions from Amazon.<\/p>\n\n<hr class=\"symple-divider solid \" style=\"margin-top: 20px;margin-bottom: 20px;\" \/>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"common-questions-about-traveling-from-calgary-to-banff\"><\/span><strong>Common Questions About Traveling From Calgary To Banff<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Banff is the best place in Alberta to go for a vacation, anytime of the year. There&#8217;s lots of things to do in Banff and with that comes a lot of questions too. Below are some questions and answers to hopefully help you plan your adventure.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"can-you-walk-from-calgary-to-banff\"><\/span><strong>Can you walk from Calgary to Banff?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Technically you could walk but it would take 1 day 4 hours, according to Google maps. That&#8217;s without stopping. Not really realistic. Freezing cold in the winter.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"is-there-a-train-from-calgary-to-banff\"><\/span><strong>Is there a train from Calgary to Banff?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>No, there is no train service that travels between Calgary and Banff. The only way to get to Banff is with a vehicle, from Calgary. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rockymountaineer.com\/train-routes\/2-day-rail-vancouver-banff\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Rockymountaineer<\/a> does provide train service between Vancouver and Banff, also stopping at Kamloops BC along the route.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"is-there-a-bus-from-calgary-to-banff\"><\/span><strong>Is there a bus from Calgary to Banff?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes! There are several buses that travel between Calgary and Banff. <a href=\"https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/travel\/calgary-to-banff\/#by-bus\">See above<\/a> for more info.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"does-banff-have-an-airport\"><\/span><strong>Does Banff have an airport?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>No, Banff does not have an airport. Banff is a small town nestled between several rocky mountains, it wouldn&#8217;t even be possible to safely put an airport in Banff. The closest airport to Banff is the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.yyc.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Calgary International Airport<\/a> (YYC), which is about 120km away (75 miles). Most people fly into Calgary than take ground transportation to Banff.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"how-much-does-it-cost-to-drive-to-banff-from-calgary\"><\/span><strong>How much does it cost to drive to Banff from Calgary?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The driving distance from Calgary to Banff is 80 miles, or 129 km. The fuel cost to drive from Calgary to Banff is around $11 USD ($15 CAD) each way, or $22 ($30 CAD) round trip.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"which-hotels-are-in-banff\"><\/span><strong>Which hotels are in Banff?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>This is not a complete list! There&#8217;s also many hostels and bed\/breakfasts.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fairmont.com\/banff-springs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">The Fairmont Banff Springs<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rimrockresort.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">The Rimrock Resort Hotel<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/ywcabanff.ca\/hotel\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">YWCA Banff Hotel<\/a> (cheapest!)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bluemtnlodge.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Blue Mountain Lodge<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.banffjaspercollection.com\/hotels\/mount-royal-hotel\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Mount Royal Hotel<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kingedwardhotelbanff.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">King Edward Hotel<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.brewstermountainlodge.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Brewster&#8217;s Mountain Lodge<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.homesteadinnbanff.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Homestead Inn Banff <\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.banffparklodge.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Banff Park Lodge<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.bowview.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Bow View Lodge<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.banffjaspercollection.com\/hotels\/elk-and-avenue\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Elk + Avenue Hotel<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/banffptarmiganinn.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Banff Ptarmigan Inn<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/reserving.com\/hotels\/america\/canada\/alberta\/banff\/hotel-driftwood-inn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Driftwood Inn<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.banffaspenlodge.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Banff Aspen Lodge<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sundancelodges.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Sundance Lodges<\/a> (outdoor, trappers tents, tipis, camping)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/moosehotelandsuites.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Moose Hotel &amp; Suites<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.banffinternationalhostel.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Banff International Hostel<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/canaltalodge.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Canalta Lodge<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.royalcanadianlodge.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Royal Canadian Lodge<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/foxhotelandsuites.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Fox Hotel &amp; Suites<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"what-is-the-drive-like-from-calgary-to-banff\"><\/span><strong>What is the drive like from Calgary to Banff?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The drive from Calgary to Banff takes is a flat drive on a two lane divided highway with lots of things to see along the way. You&#8217;ll pass a few small towns such as Morley, Exshaw, Seebe and Canmore. You&#8217;ll probably see wild life along the Transcanada highway so keep an eye out.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"is-the-drive-to-banff-safe\"><\/span><strong>Is the drive to Banff safe?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, although you need to be careful with the unpredictable adverse weather conditions in southern Alberta. Drive with caution if it&#8217;s snowing or under icy conditions. Also, watch out for wild life on the highway. Highway 1\/TransCanada is well maintained, and well patrolled too by the RCMP.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"do-you-need-a-car-in-banff\"><\/span><strong>Do you need a car in Banff?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/tourism\/banff-without-a-car\/\" rel=\"\">You do not need a car in Banff!<\/a> Having a vehicle does help, but you&#8217;ll be paying for parking and having to deal with traffic, plus you can&#8217;t drink. Public transit and taxis are available.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"does-banff-have-uber\"><\/span><strong>Does Banff have Uber?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>No, Uber is not available in Banff. No Lyft. No e-scooters. Ride sharing is not available in Banff. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.banfftransportation.com\/banff-taxi-service.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Taxi service is available in Banff<\/a>.<\/p>\n<hr class=\"symple-divider solid \" style=\"margin-top: 20px;margin-bottom: 20px;\" \/>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"in-conclusion\"><\/span><strong>In Conclusion<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Getting to from Calgary to Banff is easy, once you see all of the options available to you. The journey itself into the Canadian Rockies is beautiful so make sure to stop frequently along the way, if you can. Safe travels and I hope you enjoy Banff!<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Also see: <a href=\"https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/tourism\/banff-without-a-car\/\">Things to do while in Banff without a car<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>And: <a href=\"https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/tourism\/abandoned-fort-chiniki-gas-station\/\" rel=\"\">Abandoned: Fort Chiniki Gas Station, Near Canmore\/Morely<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If you have any suggestions on something else to include, or other information I might have missed, please drop it below! thanks.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Everything You Need To Know About Getting From Calgary to Banff Getting from Calgary to Banff can be tricky if you don&#8217;t have a car &#8230; <a title=\"Getting From Calgary to Banff: The Complete Travel Guide\" class=\"read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/?p=3789\" aria-label=\"Read more about Getting From Calgary to Banff: The Complete Travel Guide\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":7,"featured_media":4680,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[57],"tags":[372,258],"class_list":["post-3789","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-tourism","tag-banff","tag-travel","infinite-scroll-item","generate-columns","tablet-grid-50","mobile-grid-100","grid-parent","grid-33"],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/From-Calgary-To-Banff.jpg","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3789","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/7"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=3789"}],"version-history":[{"count":18,"href":"https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3789\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":16282,"href":"https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3789\/revisions\/16282"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/media\/4680"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=3789"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=3789"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/crackmacs.ca\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=3789"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}