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How to Travel from

Nelson to Banff

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Transport providers

Airlines

Air Canada

Website:
aircanada.com
Plane from West Kootenay Regional Airport to Calgary
Ave. Duration:
5h 50m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$203.56–$610.68
Plane from Kelowna International Airport to Calgary
Ave. Duration:
1h 9m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.14–$1,399.49

WestJet

Website:
westjet.com/
Plane from Cranbrook/Canadian Rockies International Airport to Calgary
Ave. Duration:
44 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$254.45–$699.74
Plane from West Kootenay Regional Airport to Calgary
Ave. Duration:
4h 54m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$108.14–$470.74
Plane from Kelowna International Airport to Calgary
Ave. Duration:
1h 12m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.14–$470.74

Flair Airlines

Website:
flyflair.com/
Plane from Kelowna International Airport to Calgary
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$48.35–$292.62

Bus operators

Red Arrow

Phone:
1-800-232-1958
Website:
redarrow.ca/
Bus from Calgary Downtown Ticket Office 606 5th Ave SW to Banff
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$41.98–$52.16

Mountain Man Mikes Bus Service

Phone:
+1 778 382 7729
Website:
mountainmanmikes.ca/
Bus from Nelson, BC - 512 Railway Street to Cranbrook,
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$59.80–$82.70
Bus from Nelson, BC - 512 Railway Street to Calgary,
Ave. Duration:
9h
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$114.50–$152.67

Banff Transportation Group

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

Mountain Park Transportation

Phone:
+1-403-522-2700
Website:
mtnparktrans.com/
Bus from Calgary Airport to Banff,
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$55.34

Silver City Stagelines LTD

Phone:
(778) 760-1891
Website:
fritztravels.com/
Bus from Nelson, BC to Kelowna,
Ave. Duration:
5h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$36.09–$82.70

Other operators

Inland Ferries

Phone:
1 800 663 7867
Website:
www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/transportation/passenger-travel/water-travel/inland-ferries
Other from Balfour, BC to Kootenay
Ave. Duration:
35 min
Frequency:
Hourly

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Nelson to Banff is to car ferry and drive which costs $65.22 - $108.70 and takes 7h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nelson to Banff is to bus and fly and shuttle which takes 7h 15m and costs $336.96 - $706.52 .

Is there a direct bus between Nelson and Banff?

No, there is no direct bus from Nelson to Banff. However, there are services departing from Nelson, BC - 512 Railway Street and arriving at Banff - Behind Mount Royal Hotel via NB Douglas Glen Term south bay and Calgary Downtown Ticket Office 606 5th Ave SW. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 28m.

How far is it from Nelson to Banff?

The distance between Nelson and Banff is 593 km.

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

The best way to get from Nelson to Banff without a car is to bus which takes 12h 28m and costs $130.43 - $173.91 .

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

It takes approximately 7h 15m to get from Nelson to Banff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nelson to Banff bus from?

Nelson to Banff bus services, operated by Mountain Man Mikes Bus Service, depart from Nelson, BC - 512 Railway Street station.

Where does the Nelson to Banff bus arrive?

Nelson to Banff bus services, operated by Mountain Man Mikes Bus Service, arrive at Calgary, AB - 11488, 24 Street SE station.

What is the time difference between Nelson and Banff?

Banff is 1h ahead of Nelson. It is currently 11:22 in Nelson and 12:22 in Banff.

Where can I stay near Banff?

There are 352+ hotels available in Banff. Prices start at $50.70 per night.
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