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

The cheapest way to get from Smithers to Fort St. John is to bus which costs $100 - $180 and takes 14h.

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

The fastest way to get from Smithers to Fort St. John is to fly which takes 4h 34m and costs $230 - $1,100.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Smithers to Fort St. John. However, there are services departing from Smithers Mall and arriving at Fort St. John via Prince George. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h.

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

The distance between Smithers and Fort St. John is 451 km. The road distance is 806.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Smithers to Fort St. John without a car is to bus which takes 14h and costs $100 - $180.

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

It takes approximately 4h 34m to get from Smithers to Fort St. John, including transfers.

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

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

Bus or fly from Smithers to Fort St. John?

The best way to get from Smithers to Fort St. John is to fly which takes 4h 34m and costs $230 - $1,100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $100 - $180 and takes 14h.

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

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

Can I drive from Smithers to Fort St. John?

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

Where can I stay near Fort St. John?

There are 19+ hotels available in Fort St. John.

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

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

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Smithers Airport (YYD) to North Peace Regional Airport (YXJ)plane YYD - YXJ
4h 34m
$237–1,010
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Smithers Mall to Prince George, BCbus Prince Rupert
2. Take the bus from Prince George to Fort St. Johnbus Prince George
14h
$102–179
Drive 806.8 km
1. Drive from Smithers to Fort St. Johncar 806.8 km
10h 20m
$160–231
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Smithers to Vanderhooftrain
2. Take the bus from Burrard Vanderhoof Co-op to Downtown Exch Bay Bbus 161
3. Take the bus from Prince George to Fort St. Johnbus
15h 43m
$164–445

Smithers to Fort St. John by bus

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Distance: 451.2 km
Duration: 4h 34m

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

Air Canada flies from Smithers Airport (YYD) to North Peace Regional Airport (YXJ) once daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Smithers Mall to Fort St. John via Prince George, BC and Prince George in around 14h.

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