What is the cheapest way to get from Powell River to Nelson?

The cheapest way to get from Powell River to Nelson is to fly and bus which costs $65 - $400 and takes 17h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Powell River to Nelson?

The fastest way to get from Powell River to Nelson is to fly and bus which takes 7h 44m and costs $440 - $900.

How far is it from Powell River to Nelson?

The distance between Powell River and Nelson is 587 km.

How long does it take to get from Powell River to Nelson?

It takes approximately 7h 44m to get from Powell River to Nelson, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Nelson?

There are 28+ hotels available in Nelson.

Powell River to Nelson - 2 ways to travel via plane, and bus

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There are 2 ways to get from Powell River to Nelson by plane or bus

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Fly to Trail Airport, bus
best
1. Fly from Powell River Airport (YPW) to Trail Airport (YZZ)plane YPW - YZZ
2. Take the bus from Trail, BC to Nelson, BCbus
7h 44m
$447–862
Fly to Castlegar Airport, bus
cheapest
1. Fly from Powell River Airport (YPW) to Castlegar Airport (YCG)plane YPW - YCG
2. Take the bus from Frank Beinder Way at Hwy 3A to Nelson Exchange Bay Bbus
17h 26m
$65–395

Powell River Airport (YPW) to Trail Airport (YZZ) flights

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4h 26mAverage Duration

$366Cheapest Price

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Distance: 586.8 km
Duration: 7h 44m

What companies run services between Powell River, BC, Canada and Nelson, BC, Canada?

There is no direct connection from Powell River to Nelson. However, you can take the line 3 bus to Powell River Airport, walk to Powell River Airport (YPW) airport, fly to Trail Airport (YZZ), take the taxi to Trail, BC, then take the bus to Nelson, BC. Alternatively, you can take the line 3 bus to Powell River Airport, walk to Powell River Airport (YPW) airport, fly to Castlegar Airport (YCG), walk to Frank Beinder Way at Hwy 3A, then take the bus to Nelson Exchange Bay B.

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