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Smithers, Canada → Nelson, Canada

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Smithers to Nelson

Composite routes from Smithers to Nelson

Cheapest
16 h 50 min
Car
1425 km.
from $78
Other
22 h 26 min
892 km.
from $252.43
24 h 1 min
Train
890 km.
from $293.04
10 h 49 min
Bus, Plane
892 km.
from $660.22

Transport providers

Airlines

Air Canada

Website:
aircanada.com
Plane from Smithers Airport to West
Ave. Duration:
19h 2m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$229.01–$699.74
Plane from Smithers Airport to Kelowna
Ave. Duration:
5h 48m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$241.73–$699.74

Train operators

VIA Rail

Phone:
+1 888 842-7245
Website:
viarail.ca/en
Train from Smithers to Vanderhoof
Ave. Duration:
4h 11m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$31.81–$101.78

Bus operators

BC Bus North

Phone:
1-844-564-7494
Website:
bcbus.ca/
Bus from Smithers Mall to Prince
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$40.71–$57.25
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–$82.70
Bus from Kamloops, BC - Sahali Mall to Kelowna,
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$29.26–$38.17

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

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:
$34.75–$76.34

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Smithers to Nelson?

The cheapest way to get from Smithers to Nelson is to bus which costs $141.30 - $217.39 and takes 22h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Smithers to Nelson?

The fastest way to get from Smithers to Nelson is to fly and bus which takes 10h 49m and costs $413.04 - $923.91 .

Is there a direct bus between Smithers and Nelson?

No, there is no direct bus from Smithers to Nelson. However, there are services departing from Smithers Mall 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 22h 26m.

How far is it from Smithers to Nelson?

The distance between Smithers and Nelson is 1418 km. The road distance is 1425.3 km.

How do I travel from Smithers to Nelson without a car?

The best way to get from Smithers to Nelson without a car is to bus which takes 22h 26m and costs $141.30 - $217.39 .

How long does it take to get from Smithers to Nelson?

It takes approximately 22h 26m to get from Smithers to Nelson, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Smithers to Nelson bus from?

Smithers to Nelson bus services, operated by BC Bus North, depart from Smithers Mall station.

Bus or fly from Smithers to Nelson?

The best way to get from Smithers to Nelson is to bus which takes 22h 26m and costs $141.30 - $217.39 . Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $206.52 - $652.17 and takes 20h 50m.

Where does the Smithers to Nelson bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Smithers to Nelson?

Yes, the driving distance between Smithers to Nelson is 1425 km. It takes approximately 16h 49m to drive from Smithers to Nelson.

Where can I stay near Nelson?

There are 27+ hotels available in Nelson. Prices start at $70.60 per night.
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