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

The cheapest way to get from Missoula to Nelson is to drive which costs $100 - $150 and takes 6h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Missoula to Nelson is to drive which takes 6h 6m and costs $100 - $150.

How far is it from Missoula to Nelson?

The distance between Missoula and Nelson is 537 km. The road distance is 519 km.

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

It takes approximately 8h 35m to get from Missoula to Nelson, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Missoula to Nelson bus from?

Missoula to Nelson bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Missoula station.

Where does the Missoula to Nelson bus arrive?

Missoula to Nelson bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Spokane station.

What is the time difference between Missoula and Nelson?

Nelson is 1h behind Missoula. It is currently 12:02 AM in Missoula and 11:02 PM in Nelson.

Can I drive from Missoula to Nelson?

Yes, the driving distance between Missoula to Nelson is 519 km. It takes approximately 6h 6m to drive from Missoula to Nelson.

Where can I stay near Nelson?

There are 28+ hotels available in Nelson.

Missoula to Nelson - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, car, and bus

Q: Is there a direct bus between Missoula and Nelson?

No, there is no direct bus from Missoula to Nelson. However, there are services departing from Missoula and arriving at Nelson, BC - 512 Railway Street via Spokane, Wenatchee Columbia Station, Omak, WA and Osoyoos, BC - 9206 97th St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 41m.

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There are 5 ways to get from Missoula to Nelson by plane, car, bus, train, or bus (Amtrak)

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Fly, drive
best
1. Fly from Missoula International Airport (MSO) to Spokane International Airport (GEG)plane MSO - GEG
2. Drive from Spokane-Airport-GEG to Nelsoncar
8h 35m
$205–875
Drive 519 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Missoula to Nelsoncar 519 km
6h 6m
$103–148
Bus
1. Take the bus from Missoula to Spokanebus
2. Take the bus from Spokane to Columbia Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Wenatchee Columbia Station to Omak Travel Plazabus
4. Take the bus from Omak, WA to Oroville, WAbus
5. Take the bus from Osoyoos, BC - 9206 97th St to Nelson, BC - 512 Railway Streetbus
18h 41m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Missoula to Spokanebus
2. Take the train from Spokane to Wenatchee Amtraktrain
3. Take the bus from Wenatchee Columbia Station to Omak Travel Plazabus
4. Take the bus from Omak, WA to Oroville, WAbus
5. Take the bus from Osoyoos, BC - 9206 97th St to Nelson, BC - 512 Railway Streetbus
18h 47m
Bus via Spokane
1. Take the bus from Missoula to Spokanebus
2. Take the bus from Spokane, WA to Wenatchee Columbia Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Wenatchee Columbia Station to Omak Travel Plazabus
4. Take the bus from Omak, WA to Oroville, WAbus
5. Take the bus from Osoyoos, BC - 9206 97th St to Nelson, BC - 512 Railway Streetbus
19h 6m

Missoula International Airport (MSO) to Spokane International Airport (GEG) flights

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Distance: 537 km
Duration: 8h 35m

What companies run services between Missoula, MT, USA and Nelson, BC, Canada?

You can take a bus from Missoula to Nelson, BC - 512 Railway Street via Spokane, Wenatchee Columbia Station, Omak, WA, Oroville, WA, and Osoyoos, BC - 9206 97th St in around 18h 41m.

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