What is the cheapest way to get from Smithers to Kelowna?

The cheapest way to get from Smithers to Kelowna is to drive which costs $200 - $300 and takes 12h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Smithers to Kelowna?

The fastest way to get from Smithers to Kelowna is to fly which takes 4h 44m and costs $95 - $460.

Is there a direct bus between Smithers and Kelowna?

No, there is no direct bus from Smithers to Kelowna. However, there are services departing from Smithers Mall and arriving at Kelowna, BC - Downtown 516 Lawrence Ave via Prince George, BC - Terry Fox Statue and Kamloops, BC - Sahali Mall. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 5m.

How far is it from Smithers to Kelowna?

The distance between Smithers and Kelowna is 777 km. The road distance is 1049 km.

How do I travel from Smithers to Kelowna without a car?

The best way to get from Smithers to Kelowna without a car is to bus which takes 16h 5m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Smithers to Kelowna?

It takes approximately 4h 44m to get from Smithers to Kelowna, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Smithers to Kelowna bus from?

Smithers to Kelowna bus services, operated by BC Bus North, depart from Smithers Mall station.

Bus or fly from Smithers to Kelowna?

The best way to get from Smithers to Kelowna is to fly which takes 4h 44m and costs $95 - $460. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 16h 5m.

Where does the Smithers to Kelowna bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Smithers to Kelowna?

Yes, the driving distance between Smithers to Kelowna is 1049 km. It takes approximately 12h 39m to drive from Smithers to Kelowna.

Where can I stay near Kelowna?

There are 199+ hotels available in Kelowna.

Smithers to Kelowna - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Smithers to Kelowna by plane, bus, car, or train

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1. Fly from Smithers Airport (YYD) to Kelowna International Airport (YLW)plane YYD - YLW
4h 44m
$98–456
Bus
1. Take the bus from Smithers Mall to Prince George, BCbus
2. Take the bus from Prince George, BC - Terry Fox Statue to Kamloops, BC - Sahali Mallbus
3. Take the bus from Kamloops, BC - Sahali Mall to Kelowna, BC - Downtown 516 Lawrence Avebus
16h 5m
Drive 1,049 km
1. Drive from Smithers to Kelownacar 1,049 km
12h 39m
$207–298
Bus via Burns Lake
1. Take the bus from 4th Ave at King St to Government at Gilganbus 162
2. Take the bus from Government at Gilgan to Downtown Exch Bay Bbus 161
3. Take the bus from Prince George, BC - Terry Fox Statue to Kamloops, BC - Sahali Mallbus
4. Take the bus from Kamloops, BC - Sahali Mall to Kelowna, BC - Downtown 516 Lawrence Avebus
18h 14m
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, BC - Terry Fox Statue to Williams Lake, BC - Petro Canadabus
4. Take the bus from Williams Lake, BC - Petro Canada to Kamloops, BC - Sahali Mallbus
5. Take the bus from Kamloops, BC to Merritt, BCbus
6. Take the bus from Merritt, BC to Kelowna, BC - Downtownbus
18h 58m

Smithers Airport (YYD) to Kelowna International Airport (YLW) flights

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Distance: 777.4 km
Duration: 4h 44m

What companies run services between Smithers, BC, Canada and Kelowna, BC, Canada?

Air Canada flies from Smithers Airport (YYD) to Kelowna International Airport (YLW) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Smithers Mall to Kelowna, BC - Downtown 516 Lawrence Ave via Prince George, BC, Prince George, BC - Terry Fox Statue, and Kamloops, BC - Sahali Mall in around 16h 5m.

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