Route details
Distance:
128 km / 80 miles
Driving Time:
1hr 30mins
*Subject to weather and traffic conditions.
Shared Shuttles may take longer
Return Route:
People often ask
There is no Uber or Lyft operating in Banff meaning your best option is to take a local shuttle of private transfer. This guarantees price and availability.
Yes! Ridebooker offers both shared shuttles and private transfers for those that want a door-to-door service or do not want to work to a set schedule.
The drive can take 1 hour 30 minutest to 2 hours depending on traffic and weather conditions. Shared services like shuttles and busses can take a little longer due to stops.
The shuttle or bus is the cheapest way to get from Banff to Calgary but can take longer and means your departure time and location is fixed. A private transfers is often quicker and offers door-to-door services as well as working to your schedule. Private transfers can be just as cost-effective as shared shuttles or the bus if you are travelling as a larger group.
About travelling from Banff, AB to Calgary, AB
Heading from Banff back to downtown Calgary means retracing your route along the Trans-Canada Highway as it leaves the Rockies and descends into the plains. The drive takes around 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours, though winter weather can occasionally extend travel times.
Many visitors wrap up ski trips at Sunshine Village, Mt. Norquay, or Lake Louise before heading back to the city. During the summer, others finish a day exploring trails or lakes before returning to Calgary to explore one of Canada’s largest cities affectionately known as “Cow Town”.
Ridebooker offers convenient transportation from Banff directly to downtown Calgary. Choose from shared shuttles or private vehicles such as SUVs, sedans, and vans — ideal for groups, ski gear, or anyone wanting door-to-door service or doesn't want to run to a set schedule. Our drivers handle the mountain and highway driving so you can sit back and take in the final views of the Rockies on the way into the city.