Roam Public Transit Service
Roam Public Transit Service, Banff: Hours, Address, Roam Public Transit Service Reviews: 4.5/5
Roam Public Transit Service
Roam Public Transit Service
4.5
9:30 AM - 5:15 PM
Monday
9:30 AM - 5:15 PM
Tuesday
9:30 AM - 5:15 PM
Wednesday
9:30 AM - 5:15 PM
Thursday
9:30 AM - 5:15 PM
Friday
9:30 AM - 5:15 PM
About
Bow Valley Regional Transit Services Commission The BVRTSC is a government agency, made up of the towns of Banff and Canmore and Improvement District #9, and is authorized to provide public passenger transportation services in the Bow Valley. We currently offer 3 routes 2 local routes in Banff - (Route 1 - Banff Ave to Banff Springs Hotel via Downtown Banff) (Route 2 - Tunnel Mountain to Sulphur Gondola via Downtown Banff) 1 regional route - (Route 3 providing service between the mountain towns of Banff and Canmore.)
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38 within 5 kms
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18
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Banff Visitor Centre
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Banff Avenue
1,435
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Canada House Art Gallery
79
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Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies
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Canadian Ski Museum West
12
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All In The Wild Gallery
49
0.3 kmArt Galleries
Bison Courtyard
5
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Central Park
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0.3 kmParks
Banff Park Museum
429
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Rose M
3 contributions
Mostly good
Nov 2020
i catch Roam regional service twice a day, 4 days a week for work. Reliable 95% of the time. Occasionally there can be serious delays of up to 20mins. Doesn't sound bad, except for when its -20C and snowing! A good tip is to check on the website for the real-time bus locations.
Written 19 November 2020
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
puckstopper31
Edmonton, Canada559 contributions
Make use !
Oct 2020
This is still the best transit service ever..,and scenic to-if you just want to sight see. Convenient cheap and handy.
Written 22 October 2020
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Terry B
Toronto, Canada51 contributions
Convenient, Comfortable and Cheap Way to Get Around Banff and Surroundings Without a Car
Sep 2020 • Solo
Although some routes aren’t running this year ROAM is still a convenient and comfortable way to get around the Banff area. The shuttles to Lake Louise and Moraine Lake connect car-less hikers like myself to some of the best trails in the park at a reasonable rate of $20 round trip. I do wish everyone was on the same page re: their policies though. As you don’t book a specific return trip I was advised by the driver one morning to not wait for the last bus back as it could be full and I’d be stranded there. As a result, I cut short the hike I’d planned my entire trip around so that I, along with dozens of others, could line up in the parking lot for fear of being stuck there overnight only to find out from the other driver that they send more buses if the last scheduled one fills up! They should either book specific times or make their pick up policy transparent so that people don’t fly across the country to see Banff’s stunning natural beauty only to spend half their vacation sitting in parking lots having a panic attack! But it is a great service and deserves full marks.
Written 10 October 2020
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Coldwell Banker C
24 contributions
Bus Service to DT
Aug 2020
First time travelling on the bus. Service every 20 minutes and the stop is on the main road of the hotel. Very convenient
Written 28 August 2020
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DUG1492
Regina, Canada41 contributions
Great way to get around
Aug 2020
We had very courteous service from Sylvie M. She answered our questions nicely even though she likely gets asked many times a day. The hotel gave us a schedule for the bus and it was very accurate. Pricing is good and it saves you from trying to fight for a parking spot.
Written 18 August 2020
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Bob M
Calgary18 contributions
Pleasant experience
Jul 2020
Irene gave us great instructions on where we wanted to get to in downtown Banff as we were travelling from Tunnel Mt...was pleasant to those asking questions.. we even joined her on the way back to Tunnel and she explained when to get off the bus as well and same with other customers.
Written 20 July 2020
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Don G
Edmonton, Canada5 contributions
Best value and friendly service.
Jul 2020
The drivers are the best, always helping you find things and places in Banff. You do not have to worry about parking or driving, just enjoy the sights. They connect with Canmore and Lake Louise as well.
Written 13 July 2020
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anita212020
Lavasa, India20 contributions
Amazing frequency
Oct 2019
The pocket friendly bus takes you to multiple areas. The driver helps you to pay for the travel. The areas covered are diverse and nearly the entire town and nearby areas are very well connected in the route.
Written 15 March 2020
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Hawkmoon209
San Francisco, CA54 contributions
Easy Connection to Banff from Lake Louise
Feb 2020
We took Roam from Lake Louise to Banff village - very convenient and a nice ride; nice comfortable bus - takes you directly to main street in Banff village.
Written 4 March 2020
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Cincyfied
Cincinnati, OH70 contributions
Reliable and affordable way to get around Banff
Mar 2020 • Business
Banff has easy transportation well under control. The roam shuttles are very clean and timely. Some hotels will offer a complimentary Roam pass but it’s $2cad otherwise.
Written 3 March 2020
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Hi. With the Route 3 service between Canmore and Banff and then to Sunshine Village, can you travel with your full ski gear ready to go skiing? Or is there another service provided for skiers transport between resorts/towns? Also, can you jump onto the Route 3 bus, when it’s returning from Banff in any stop in Canmore and then after it reaches final stop in Canmore, does it carry on to Banff without you needing to change the bus at the final stop in Canmore (vice versa for Banff side). Hope this make sense. Thank you
Nikol F
Calgary, Canada
Hello,
I live in Banff by Fox hotel and my husband takes Roam number 3 to Canmore Monday to Friday. On the way back bus doesn't drop off in Inns of Banff and Fox hotel first even thought its literally there, so as a passenger you just watch your home pass by because bus doesn't drop of there first. My question is why? Why my husband has to spent daily extra 10-15 minutes on the bus, if the drop of would literally take 10 seconds. It is just so frustrating and someone would think that with time you would just get used to it, but no. It just doesn't make sense any way I look at it. So please try to explain to me.
RoamPublicTransit
Banff, Canada10 contributions
Hi there,
Thanks for your question. We are currently discussing this very topic and will have some communications on it soon. In future, please call 403-762-0606 if you require a timely response. You can also message us on Facebook or Twitter or email us.
Thanks,
Roam Team
811nehal
1 contribution
Hello,
We are traveling in August to Banff. However we are staying in Calgary for our stay. I am hearing that most places in Banff will have parking issues. Can I drive from Calgary in my rented car and park somewhere? is there a Park and Ride?
RoamPublicTransit
Banff, Canada10 contributions
Hello there - please go to the Town of Banff website for info on where you can park your car in public lots.
We would encourage you to park your car and then Roam around Banff and Banff National Park!
Steve B
Orlando, Florida, United States
We are looking to traveling to Banff, Yoho and Lake Louise. If we stay in Lake Louise will there be bus service at the end of December?
Lorraine M
Glasgow,Scotland81 contributions
Best to check on the website for the Roam buses. When we were there in March there was a bus that ran from Banff to Lake Louise. It is a good service but only runs once a day, bus leaves Banff in morning but there isn't a return bus till round about 5. But I would check on the website as they may change the timings/frequency of buses as it was very popular ?
hihi699
Boston, MA4 contributions
We are visiting Banff May 13-16, 2019. Will the Lake Louise service be running then? Is that still considered the winter schedule (I believe the summer schedule starts later in May)?
RoamPublicTransit
Banff, Canada10 contributions
Hello there, yes, the Banff-Lake Louise Regional Route 8 will be in service during your trip in May. Summer service will begin shortly after your trip and will include routes to Lake Louise as well. Hope this helps!
Michelle V
Houston, TX3 contributions
If we are staying in the Moose Hotel in the town of Banff, do you provide transportation to Lake Louise Ski Resort? There is a night tour that starts at 6pm we are interested but don't know how to get there.
RoamPublicTransit
Banff, Canada10 contributions
Hello there - when do you arrive in Banff? We will start providing Roam service to Lake Louise on Oct. 9, running every day. However, it will not go to the resort itself, but it will get you to the village. Thanks!
MarlotJohanna
Goreme, Turkey12 contributions
Are dogs on leash allowed on roam transit? The pet policy only mentions pets to be caged but with a medium sized dog that’s not really an option (especially if you are taking the bus to circumvent driving the rv into downtown Banff from the campground).
RoamPublicTransit
Banff, Canada10 contributions
Hi there,
Unfortunately, only certified assistance animals are allowed on board on leash. Otherwise, they must be able to be kept in a cage during the ride. We'll pass on this feedback though.
Thank you!
dounai
Edmonton, Canada3 contributions
can the bus carry the bicycle?
RoamPublicTransit
Banff, Canada10 contributions
Yes, the entire Roam fleet is equipped with bike racks. On Banff and Canmore local routes, a total of three bikes can be put into exterior bike racks and on the Banff-Canmore regional route, a total of six bikes can be accommodated (three in the interior rack and three in the exterior rack). It's first come, first served for bikes.
bewtrip
San Francisco, CA48 contributions
Are ROAM busses accessible for someone who has difficulty on stairs? I heard they had ramps but do those ramps have railings to hold onto? Also, how do I notify the driver that I need to use a ramp?
RoamPublicTransit
Banff, Canada10 contributions
Hi there,
All of the Roam buses are wheelchair accessible with ramps and the buses also "kneel" when they stop at the curb. There are handrails on the inside of the bus too. Simply let your driver know you that you would like to use the ramp and they are more than happy to assist you. Let us know if you have any other questions.
Thanks,
Roam
