Getting around

You watch the Festival. We’ll watch the road.

We wish to thank our valued partner, Banff onDemand, for their support of the Banff Mountain Film and Book Festival.

2012 Transportation information will be online by mid-July.

Airport Transportation

Let Banff Airporter take care of your transportation needs between the Calgary International Airport and Banff. With 12 departures daily, wait times are minimal. Banff Airporter also tracks your flight and will adjust your reservation if you are experiencing any delays.

Best of all, you'll be dropped off and picked up right at your hotel of choice in Banff. 2011 special Festival rates: $48.88 one-way and $97.76 return (15% discount). GST of 5% applies to all fares.

Scheduled times not working with your flight?

Banff Sedan offers private sedan service between the Calgary International Airport anytime of the day or night. Advance bookings required. Contact charters@banffairporter.com, 1-888-449-2901 extension 2, or visit www.banffsedan.com.

In-town Shuttles

Once you're in Banff getting around is easy!
Take advantage of our FREE shuttle service between Banff hotels and the Festival venue at The Banff Centre.

Download Free Shuttle Routes Map(PDF)

The Banff Mountain Film and Book Festival wishes to thank Banff onDemand for their generous support of the FREE in-town shuttles.

*NEW — Lake Louise Excursions

Dates: Sunday, October 30, and Wednesday, November 2
Rate: $50 per person
Pick up Banff (door to door): 11:00 a.m.
Depart Lake Louise:  3:00 p.m.
Arrive back in Banff: 4:00 p.m.
*The trip includes three hours at Lake Louise.

The stretch of road between Banff and Lake Louise along the Bow Valley Parkway is one of the most scenic drives in the Canadian Rockies. Experience it in style and comfort with Banff onDemand.

From hotel pick up to your arrival in Lake Louise you’ll enjoy the luxury of a new deluxe mini-coach. Once in Lake Louise the afternoon is yours. Take a quiet walk around the lake, relax on one of the many benches and simply admire the view, or enjoy the amenities of the world-famous Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise resort hotel.

For information and to book a Lake Louise excursion