Banff Eco Transit Hub

06/26/2025

At a recent information session for Alberta's Passenger Rail Master Plan, YourAlberta (Government of Alberta) shared that high-speed rail is a compelling option for Calgary-Banff, and Calgary-Banff is projected to have highest forecasted ridership in decades to come. Check back as we share more findings from the Master Plan.

06/25/2025

Learn more about the future of passenger rail in Alberta. Join YourAlberta (Government of Alberta) at a virtual session at 7:00 p.m. on June 24, 25, or 26. Each session will be focused on a specific region, but if you are unable to attend the session for your region, please feel free to join whichever session works best for you.

🔹 Tuesday, June 24: Calgary and surrounding area focus
🔹 Wednesday, June 25: Edmonton and surrounding area focus
🔹 Thursday, June 26: Provincewide focus

ℹ️ Please note that these sessions require pre-registration to join. For more details and to register for a virtual session, visit 🔗alberta.ca/passenger-rail-engagement.

06/24/2025

Don't miss three virtual sessions from the Government of Alberta with updates on the new Passenger Rail Master Plan. The plan includes train service to Banff and Jasper, a high-speed rail line between Edmonton and Calgary, a line from both downtown Calgary and Edmonton to each airport, and potential additional regional services.

Sign up for the following sessions:

• Calgary and surrounding areas: Tuesday, June 24 (Tonight!)
• Edmonton and surrounding areas: Wednesday, June 25
• Provincewide: Thursday, June 26

Read the story and register: https://linktr.ee/banffecotransithub

06/20/2025

If you’re staying in town this rainy weekend, wander over to the new gondolas at the Banff Train Station.

These gondolas are a nod to the future of Mt. Norquay Banff. Instead of the two-person North American chairlift, imagine a six-seater gondola, protecting skiers against snow, wind, and rain.

06/04/2025

On Easter weekend, Banff's vehicle traffic at the two main entrances was up 17% from 2024.

Vehicle tracking in the town of Banff shows a trend of more traffic in 2025, when compared to 2024, which holds the record of annual vehicles counted at the entrances to Banff.

Get the latest data by signing up for the Banff Traffic Stats Newsletter at banff.ca/TrafficData

The April and May data will be released in newsletters this week.
You'll learn that during the Easter Weekend (photo), the total number of vehicles counted at the two main entrances was up 17% over 2024. The number of vehicles crossing the bridge was up 6% and there were 10% more vehicles counted on Mountain Avenue than there were during the 2024 Easter weekend.

For the year 2025 to the end of April, vehicle counts at the entrance to town were 8.8% more than in 2024, and up 2.9% over pre-pandemic 2019.

Learn why in the upcoming newsletter.

05/26/2025

Last year, a record-breaking 6.7 million vehicles visited the Banff townsite. In this weekend’s Calgary Herald, Steven Wilhelm reports on overcrowding and the challenges and opportunities for transporting tourists in and around Banff.

Our projects, the Train Station intercept parking lot and the proposed Calgary Airport to Banff Rail, are mentioned as possible solutions to reduce traffic. Read the article for insights from Mayor Corrie DiManno and Banff & Lake Louise Tourism.

Learn more: https://linktr.ee/banffecotransithub

05/20/2025

Discover the best way to experience Banff National Park by using shuttles and transit to access the must visit spots.

05/08/2025

Colorado is putting trains back on track.

A new 25-year agreement with Union Pacific Railroad could bring daily passenger service from Denver to Winter Park Resort, Steamboat Springs, and Craig, three of Colorado’s most popular tourist destinations. It’s a major move toward easing highway congestion and offering a more sustainable way to reach the mountains.

From passenger rail in Colorado to car-free zones in Zermatt and shuttle-only access in Zion, popular destinations are cutting personal vehicle use to protect nature, reduce congestion, and enhance visitor experience. It makes sense.

Read the article: https://linktr.ee/banffecotransithub 🚞

03/10/2025

"While Ontario and Quebec actively pursue high-speed rail, Alberta is laying the groundwork for it."

A recent op-ed in the Calgary Herald explores how rail in Ontario and Quebec offer a road map to advance the Calgary Airport to Banff Rail project. Read on for key insights on Toronto’s path to passenger rail and how Alberta is taking similar steps: https://linktr.ee/banffecotransithub

01/09/2025

Earlier this week, the Province presented the Calgary Airport Rail Connection Study to Calgary City Council. This study validated the recommended route aligns with the Calgary Airport to Banff Rail (CABR) project, emphasizing it “allow(s) for regional rail services to serve the airport in the future which would be delivered by private rail providers”—a key feature of Liricon/Plenary’s proposal.

In 2023, Calgary partnered with the Government of Alberta to launch this study, backed by a $3 million grant. This partnership shows a commitment to improving infrastructure and achieving regional transportation goals. The final report is expected in March.

Read this article from CBC for more information: https://linktr.ee/banffecotransithub

Image: Friends of CABR

12/23/2024

As 2024 draws to a close, we express our gratitude to the community, our partners, and everyone who visited Alberta’s mountain parks and opted for sustainable transit whenever possible. This year, we reached important milestones and made meaningful progress in our efforts to reduce the number of cars in Banff.

We look forward to a productive 2025, filled with opportunities to drive innovation and foster impactful change.

Photos: CPKC Holiday Train at the Banff Train Station🎄