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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Prince Rupert to Nelson

Composite routes from Prince Rupert to Nelson

Cheapest
21 h 36 min
Car
1776 km.
from $97
Other
11 h 3 min
Bus, Plane
1040 km.
from $419.03
27 h 56 min
1040 km.
from $302.26
12 h 39 min
Bus, Plane
1040 km.
from $527.73
14 h 2 min
Bus, Plane
1040 km.
from $560.34
10 h 17 min
Bus, Plane
1040 km.
from $357.08
30 h 25 min
Train
1040 km.
from $338.32

Transport providers

Airlines

Air Canada

Website:
aircanada.com
Plane from Northwest Regional Airport Terrace-Kitimat to West
Ave. Duration:
5h 22m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$229.01–$699.74
Plane from Northwest Regional Airport Terrace-Kitimat to Cranbrook/Canadian
Ave. Duration:
6h 28m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$356.23–$1,081.42
Plane from Northwest Regional Airport Terrace-Kitimat to Kelowna
Ave. Duration:
3h 44m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$229.01–$699.74

WestJet

Website:
westjet.com/
Plane from Northwest Regional Airport Terrace-Kitimat to Cranbrook/Canadian
Ave. Duration:
4h 32m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$178.12–$1,081.42
Plane from Northwest Regional Airport Terrace-Kitimat to Kelowna
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$114.50–$483.46

Pacific Coastal Airlines

Website:
pacificcoastal.com/
Plane from Northwest Regional Airport Terrace-Kitimat to Trail
Ave. Duration:
5h 44m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$114.50–$699.74

Central Mountain Air

Website:
flycma.com/
Plane from Northwest Regional Airport Terrace-Kitimat to Kelowna
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$330.79–$826.97

Train operators

VIA Rail

Phone:
+1 888 842-7245
Website:
viarail.ca/en
Train from Prince Rupert to Vanderhoof
Ave. Duration:
10h 35m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$62.34–$127.23

Bus operators

BC Bus North

Phone:
1-844-564-7494
Website:
bcbus.ca/
Bus from Prince Rupert to Terrance
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$25.45–$35.62
Bus from Prince Rupert to Prince
Ave. Duration:
10h 30m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$69.97–$95.42
Bus from Burrard Vanderhoof Co-op to Downtown
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$21.63–$30.53

EBus Canada

Phone:
1-877-769-3287
Email:
info@myebus.ca
Website:
myebus.ca/
Bus from Prince George, BC - Terry Fox Statue to Kamloops,
Ave. Duration:
6h 30m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$63.61–$89.06
Bus from Kamloops, BC - Sahali Mall to Kelowna,
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$30.53–$39.44

BCTransit

Phone:
250-385-2551
Website:
bctransit.com/choose-transit-system/
Bus from Burrard Vanderhoof Co-op to Downtown
Ave. Duration:
1h 32m
Frequency:
Twice daily

Mountain Man Mikes Bus Service

Phone:
+1 778 382 7729
Email:
info@mountainmanmikes.ca
Website:
mountainmanmikes.ca/
Bus from Cranbrook, BC - 513 Cranbrook St North to Nelson,
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$59.80–$82.70

Silver City Stagelines LTD

Phone:
(778) 760-1891
Email:
info@fritztravels.com
Website:
fritztravels.com/
Bus from Kelowna, BC to Nelson,
Ave. Duration:
4h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$36.09–$82.70
Bus from Trail, BC to Nelson,
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$36.09–$53.43

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Prince Rupert to Nelson?

The cheapest way to get from Prince Rupert to Nelson is to bus which costs $163.04 - $271.74 and takes 27h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Prince Rupert to Nelson?

The fastest way to get from Prince Rupert to Nelson is to bus and fly which takes 10h 17m and costs $173.91 - $543.48 .

Is there a direct bus between Prince Rupert and Nelson?

No, there is no direct bus from Prince Rupert to Nelson. However, there are services departing from Prince Rupert and arriving at Nelson, BC via Prince George, BC - Terry Fox Statue, Kamloops, BC - Sahali Mall, Queensway Exchange Bay J and Kelowna, BC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 27h 56m.

How far is it from Prince Rupert to Nelson?

The distance between Prince Rupert and Nelson is 1165 km. The road distance is 1775.6 km.

How do I travel from Prince Rupert to Nelson without a car?

The best way to get from Prince Rupert to Nelson without a car is to bus which takes 27h 56m and costs $163.04 - $271.74 .

How long does it take to get from Prince Rupert to Nelson?

It takes approximately 11h 3m to get from Prince Rupert to Nelson, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Prince Rupert to Nelson bus from?

Prince Rupert to Nelson bus services, operated by BC Bus North, depart from Prince Rupert station.

Where does the Prince Rupert to Nelson bus arrive?

Prince Rupert to Nelson bus services, operated by BC Bus North, arrive at Prince George, BC station.

Can I drive from Prince Rupert to Nelson?

Yes, the driving distance between Prince Rupert to Nelson is 1776 km. It takes approximately 21h 35m to drive from Prince Rupert to Nelson.

Where can I stay near Nelson?

There are 26+ hotels available in Nelson. Prices start at $73.35 per night.
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