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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Thunder Bay to Banff National Park

Composite routes from Thunder Bay to Banff National Park

Cheapest
23 h 47 min
Car
2134 km.
from $117
Other
34 h 5 min
1900 km.
from $551.90
2 d 2 h 29 min
Bus, Train
1903 km.
from $329.28

Transport providers

Airlines
Found: 1
WestJet
Website
WestJet
Website
3h
Thursday and Sunday
$356.23–$699.74
Train operators
Found: 1
VIA Rail
Website
VIA Rail
Website
32h 26m
Twice a week
$139.95–$190.84
+1 888 842-7245
+1 888 842-7245
Call
Bus operators
Found: 7
Rider Express
Website
Banff Transportation Group
Website
Mountain Park Transportation
Website
The Canada Bus
Website
Ontario Northland
Website
Sundog Transportation and Tours
Website
Banff Explorer
Website
Rider Express
Website
7h 5m
Once daily
$95.42–$120.86
1-833-583-3636
1-833-583-3636
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Banff Transportation Group
Website
1h 30m
On demand
+1 403 762 0000
+1 403 762 0000
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Mountain Park Transportation
Website
2h
Twice daily
$55.34
+1-403-522-2700
+1-403-522-2700
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
The Canada Bus
Website
2h 55m
3 times a day
$35.62–$49.62
+14036689600
+14036689600
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Ontario Northland
Website
9h 4m
6 times a week
$89.06–$139.95
+1 705 472 4500
+1 705 472 4500
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Sundog Transportation and Tours
Website
4h 30m
Once daily
$27.99–$76.34
1-888-786-3641
1-888-786-3641
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Banff Explorer
Website
1h 10m
Every 3 hours
$47.33
+1 800 974 2850
+1 800 974 2850
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Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Thunder Bay to Banff National Park?

The cheapest way to get from Thunder Bay to Banff National Park is to bus and train which costs $250 - $391.30 and takes 2 days 2h.

What is the fastest way to get from Thunder Bay to Banff National Park?

The fastest way to get from Thunder Bay to Banff National Park is to fly and shuttle which takes 6h 28m and costs $228.26 - $652.17 .

Is there a direct bus between Thunder Bay and Banff National Park?

No, there is no direct bus from Thunder Bay to Banff National Park. However, there are services departing from Thunder Bay and arriving at Elk Street Transit Hub via Winnipeg, MB, Regina, SK - 2820 B Avonhurst Dr, Edmonton, AB - Southgate LRT Station, Calgary Airport and Tunnel Mountain Hotels. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 34h 5m.

How far is it from Thunder Bay to Banff National Park?

The distance between Thunder Bay and Banff National Park is 1938 km. The road distance is 2161.7 km.

How do I travel from Thunder Bay to Banff National Park without a car?

The best way to get from Thunder Bay to Banff National Park without a car is to bus which takes 34h 5m and costs $326.09 - $445.65 .

How long does it take to get from Thunder Bay to Banff National Park?

It takes approximately 6h 28m to get from Thunder Bay to Banff National Park, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Thunder Bay to Banff National Park bus from?

Thunder Bay to Banff National Park bus services, operated by Ontario Northland, depart from Thunder Bay station.

Where does the Thunder Bay to Banff National Park bus arrive?

Thunder Bay to Banff National Park bus services, operated by Ontario Northland, arrive at Winnipeg station.

Can I drive from Thunder Bay to Banff National Park?

Yes, the driving distance between Thunder Bay to Banff National Park is 2162 km. It takes approximately 24h 19m to drive from Thunder Bay to Banff National Park.

Where can I stay near Banff National Park?

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