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Three ways to Travel from Banff to Kelowna

Composite routes from Banff to Kelowna

Cheapest
6 h 1 min
Car
479 km.
from $26
Other
9 h 30 min
312 km.
from $146.48

Transport providers

Airlines

Air Canada

Website:
aircanada.com
Plane from Calgary International Airport to Kelowna
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$107.39–$1,389.69

WestJet

Website:
westjet.com/
Plane from Calgary International Airport to Kelowna
Ave. Duration:
1h 17m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$107.39–$467.44
Plane from Calgary International Airport to Penticton
Ave. Duration:
1h 22m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$138.97–$593.78

Flair Airlines

Website:
flyflair.com/
Plane from Calgary International Airport to Kelowna
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$48.01–$290.57

Bus operators

EBus Canada

Phone:
1-877-769-3287
Email:
Website:
myebus.ca/
Bus from Sorrento, BC to Kelowna,
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$27.79–$35.37

Rider Express

Phone:
1-833-583-3636
Email:
Website:
riderexpress.ca/
Bus from Banff, AB to Sorrento,
Ave. Duration:
6h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$75.80–$101.07

Banff Transportation Group

Phone:
+1 403 762 0000
Email:
Website:
banfftransportation.com/
Bus from Banff, AB to Calgary
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
On demand

Mountain Park Transportation

Phone:
+1-403-522-2700
Email:
Website:
mtnparktrans.com/
Bus from Banff, AB to Calgary
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$54.96

BC Transit - South Okanagan-Similkameen

Phone:
1-844-442-2212
Website:
bctransit.com/south-okanagan-similkameen/
Bus from Wade & Winnipeg to Queensway
Ave. Duration:
1h 11m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$1.79

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Banff to Kelowna?

The cheapest way to get from Banff to Kelowna is to drive which costs $65.22 - $97.83 and takes 6h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Banff to Kelowna?

The fastest way to get from Banff to Kelowna is to shuttle and fly which takes 4h 44m and costs $86.96 - $250 .

Is there a direct bus between Banff and Kelowna?

No, there is no direct bus from Banff to Kelowna. However, there are services departing from Banff, AB and arriving at Kelowna, BC - Downtown 516 Lawrence Ave via Sorrento, BC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 30m.

How far is it from Banff to Kelowna?

The distance between Banff and Kelowna is 555 km. The road distance is 479.5 km.

How do I travel from Banff to Kelowna without a car?

The best way to get from Banff to Kelowna without a car is to bus which takes 9h 30m and costs $86.96 - $119.57 .

How long does it take to get from Banff to Kelowna?

It takes approximately 4h 44m to get from Banff to Kelowna, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Banff to Kelowna bus from?

Banff to Kelowna bus services, operated by Rider Express, depart from Banff, AB station.

Where does the Banff to Kelowna bus arrive?

Banff to Kelowna bus services, operated by Rider Express, arrive at Sorrento, BC - WB station.

What is the time difference between Banff and Kelowna?

Kelowna is 1h behind Banff. It is currently 02:09 in Banff and 01:09 in Kelowna.

Can I drive from Banff to Kelowna?

Yes, the driving distance between Banff to Kelowna is 480 km. It takes approximately 6h 2m to drive from Banff to Kelowna.

Where can I stay near Kelowna?

There are 160+ hotels available in Kelowna. Prices start at $46 per night.
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