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Chicago to Banff

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Transport providers

Airlines

Air Canada

Website:
aircanada.com
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Calgary
Ave. Duration:
3h 52m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$271.74–$760.87
Plane from Midway International Airport to Calgary
Ave. Duration:
6h 59m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$184.78–$760.87
Plane from General Mitchell International Airport to Calgary
Ave. Duration:
6h 16m
Frequency:
Wednesday
Estimated price:
$184.78–$706.52

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Calgary
Ave. Duration:
3h 57m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$250.00–$1,195.65
Plane from General Mitchell International Airport to Calgary
Ave. Duration:
7h 22m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.17–$706.52
Plane from South Bend to Calgary
Ave. Duration:
11h 18m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$239.13–$1,032.61

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Calgary
Ave. Duration:
3h 51m
Frequency:
Monday and Sunday
Estimated price:
$217.39–$706.52
Plane from Midway International Airport to Calgary
Ave. Duration:
6h 16m
Frequency:
Sunday
Estimated price:
$163.04–$652.17
Plane from General Mitchell International Airport to Calgary
Ave. Duration:
5h 42m
Frequency:
Saturday
Estimated price:
$152.17–$315.22
Plane from South Bend to Calgary
Ave. Duration:
9h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$217.39–$815.22

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Calgary
Ave. Duration:
3h 52m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$271.74–$760.87
Plane from Midway International Airport to Calgary
Ave. Duration:
6h 59m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$184.78–$760.87
Plane from General Mitchell International Airport to Calgary
Ave. Duration:
6h 58m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$184.78–$706.52
Plane from South Bend to Calgary
Ave. Duration:
7h 39m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$195.65–$815.22

WestJet

Website:
westjet.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Calgary
Ave. Duration:
3h 51m
Frequency:
Monday and Sunday
Estimated price:
$217.39–$706.52
Plane from Midway International Airport to Calgary
Ave. Duration:
7h 7m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.17–$597.83
Plane from General Mitchell International Airport to Calgary
Ave. Duration:
6h 17m
Frequency:
Friday and Saturday
Estimated price:
$152.17–$543.48
Plane from South Bend to Calgary
Ave. Duration:
9h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$217.39–$815.22

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Chicago Union Station to Everett
Ave. Duration:
44h 58m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$173.91–$597.83
Train from Everett Amtrak Station to Vancouver
Ave. Duration:
3h 9m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$15.22–$81.52
Train from St. Paul-Minneapolis to Spokane
Ave. Duration:
29h 31m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$119.57–$402.17
Train from Chicago Union Station to Milwaukee
Ave. Duration:
1h 29m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$10.87–$76.09
Train from Chicago Union Station to Buffalo
Ave. Duration:
10h 23m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$52.17–$184.78

South Shore Line

Phone:
+1 219-926-5744
Website:
mysouthshoreline.com/
Train from Van Buren St. to South
Ave. Duration:
1h 58m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$5.98–$14.13

Rocky Mountaineer

Phone:
1-877-460-3200
Website:
rockymountaineer.com/
Train from Jasper, AB to Banff
Ave. Duration:
2d 13h
Frequency:
On demand

VIA Rail

Phone:
+1 888 842-7245
Website:
viarail.ca/en
Train from Vancouver to Jasper
Ave. Duration:
19h
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$65.22–$119.57
Train from Buffalo to Toronto
Ave. Duration:
4h 24m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$21.74–$81.52
Train from Toronto Union Station to Jasper
Ave. Duration:
2d 22h
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$206.52–$347.83

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Chicago Bus Station to Saint
Ave. Duration:
8h 45m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$29.35–$195.65
Bus from Everett to Vancouver
Ave. Duration:
3h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$7.61–$86.96

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Chicago Bus Station to Saint
Ave. Duration:
9h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$34.78–$119.57
Bus from Everett to Vancouver
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$10.87–$50.00

Salt Lake Express

Phone:
+1 208-656-8824
Website:
saltlakeexpress.com
Bus from Spokane, WA to Everett,
Ave. Duration:
6h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$52.17–$92.39

Amtrak Thruway

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Bus from Spokane, WA to Everett,
Ave. Duration:
6h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$53.26–$184.78

Rider Express

Phone:
1-833-583-3636
Website:
riderexpress.ca/
Bus from Vancouver, BC to Banff,
Ave. Duration:
12h 15m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$108.70–$141.30

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:
$47.28

Northwestern Stages

Phone:
+1 800-366-6975
Website:
northwesternstagelines.com
Bus from Spokane, WA to Everett,
Ave. Duration:
6h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$43.48–$97.83

Sundog Transportation and Tours

Phone:
1-888-786-3641
Website:
sundogtours.com/
Bus from Jasper, AB to Banff,
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$23.91–$65.22

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Banff is to fly and shuttle which costs $206.52 - $380.43 and takes 10h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Banff is to fly and shuttle which takes 8h 35m and costs $173.91 - $413.04 .

Is there a direct train between Chicago and Banff?

No, there is no direct train from Chicago station to Banff. However, there are services departing from Chicago Union Station and arriving at Banff via Buffalo, Toronto Union Station and Jasper, AB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6 days 5h.

How far is it from Chicago to Banff?

The distance between Chicago and Banff is 2391 km. The road distance is 2847.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Chicago to Banff without a car is to train and bus which takes 2 days 14h and costs $293.48 - $815.22 .

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

It takes approximately 8h 35m to get from Chicago to Banff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Banff train from?

Chicago to Banff train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Chicago Union Station.

What is the time difference between Chicago and Banff?

Banff is 1h behind Chicago. It is currently 03:29 in Chicago and 02:29 in Banff.

Where does the Chicago to Banff train arrive?

Chicago to Banff train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Buffalo Depew Station.

Can I drive from Chicago to Banff?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Banff is 2847 km. It takes approximately 28h 50m to drive from Chicago to 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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