What is the cheapest way to get from Fort Nelson to Fairbanks?

The cheapest way to get from Fort Nelson to Fairbanks is to drive which costs $270 - $390 and takes 23h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Fort Nelson to Fairbanks?

The fastest way to get from Fort Nelson to Fairbanks is to bus and fly which takes 19h 24m and costs $340 - $1,300.

How far is it from Fort Nelson to Fairbanks?

The distance between Fort Nelson and Fairbanks is 1185 miles. The road distance is 1184.9 miles.

How long does it take to get from Fort Nelson to Fairbanks?

It takes approximately 23h 23m to drive 1184.9 miles from Fort Nelson to Fairbanks.

What is the time difference between Fort Nelson and Fairbanks?

Fairbanks is 1h behind Fort Nelson. It is currently 12:27 PM in Fort Nelson and 11:27 AM in Fairbanks.

Can I drive from Fort Nelson to Fairbanks?

Yes, the driving distance between Fort Nelson to Fairbanks is 1185 miles. It takes approximately 23h 23m to drive from Fort Nelson to Fairbanks.

Where can I stay near Fairbanks?

There are 176+ hotels available in Fairbanks.

Fort Nelson to Fairbanks - 3 ways to travel via car, plane, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Fort Nelson to Fairbanks by car, plane, or bus

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Drive 1,178 mi
best
1. Drive from Fort Nelson to Fairbankscar 1,178 mi
23h 23m
$270–390
Fly from Northern Rockies Regional Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from Northern Rockies Regional Airport (YYE) to Fairbanks (FAI)plane YYE - FAI
30h 3m
$240–923
Bus to North Peace Regional Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Fort Nelson to Fort St. Johnbus
2. Fly from North Peace Regional Airport (YXJ) to Fairbanks (FAI)plane YXJ - FAI
19h 24m
$342–1,293

Northern Rockies Regional Airport (YYE) to Fairbanks (FAI) flights

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29h 42mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,178 mi
Duration: 23h 23m

What companies run services between Fort Nelson, BC, Canada and Fairbanks, AK, USA?

Central Mountain Air, WestJet, and two other airlines fly from Northern Rockies Regional Airport (YYE) to Fairbanks (FAI) 3 times a week.

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