What is the cheapest way to get from Fort St. John to Smithers?

The cheapest way to get from Fort St. John to Smithers is to bus which costs $100 - $180 and takes 13h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Fort St. John to Smithers?

The fastest way to get from Fort St. John to Smithers is to fly which takes 4h 39m and costs $220 - $1,000.

Is there a direct bus between Fort St. John and Smithers?

No, there is no direct bus from Fort St. John to Smithers. However, there are services departing from Fort St. John and arriving at Smithers Mall via Prince George, BC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 20m.

How far is it from Fort St. John to Smithers?

The distance between Fort St. John and Smithers is 451 km. The road distance is 807.2 km.

How do I travel from Fort St. John to Smithers without a car?

The best way to get from Fort St. John to Smithers without a car is to bus which takes 13h 20m and costs $100 - $180.

How long does it take to get from Fort St. John to Smithers?

It takes approximately 4h 39m to get from Fort St. John to Smithers, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Fort St. John to Smithers bus from?

Fort St. John to Smithers bus services, operated by BC Bus North, depart from Fort St. John station.

Bus or fly from Fort St. John to Smithers?

The best way to get from Fort St. John to Smithers is to fly which takes 4h 39m and costs $220 - $1,000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $100 - $180 and takes 13h 20m.

Where does the Fort St. John to Smithers bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Fort St. John to Smithers?

Yes, the driving distance between Fort St. John to Smithers is 807 km. It takes approximately 10h 20m to drive from Fort St. John to Smithers.

Where can I stay near Smithers?

There are 15+ hotels available in Smithers.

Fort St. John to Smithers - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Fort St. John to Smithers by plane, bus, car, or train

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Fly
best
1. Fly from North Peace Regional Airport (YXJ) to Smithers Airport (YYD)plane YXJ - YYD
4h 39m
$229–959
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Fort St. John to Prince Georgebus Fort St. John
2. Take the bus from Prince George, BC to Smithers Mallbus Prince George
13h 20m
$102–179
Drive 807.2 km
1. Drive from Fort St. John to Smitherscar 807.2 km
10h 20m
$160–232
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Fort St. John to Prince Georgebus
2. Take the bus from Downtown Exch Bay B to Burrard Vanderhoof Co-opbus 161
3. Take the train from Vanderhoof to Smitherstrain
15h 14m
$162–449

Fort St. John to Smithers by bus

2Weekly Buses

13h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 451.1 km
Duration: 4h 39m

What companies run services between Fort St. John, BC, Canada and Smithers, BC, Canada?

Air Canada and WestJet fly from North Peace Regional Airport (YXJ) to Smithers Airport (YYD) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Fort St. John to Smithers Mall via Prince George and Prince George, BC in around 13h 20m.

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