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 - $310 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 39m and costs $100 - $500.

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 39m 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 39m and costs $100 - $500. 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 207+ hotels available in Kelowna.

Smithers to Kelowna - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 4 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 39m
$105–495
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
$209–301
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 Kamloops, BC - Sahali Mallbus
4. Take the bus from Kamloops, BC - Sahali Mall to Kelowna, BC - Downtown 516 Lawrence Avebus
17h 48m

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

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Distance: 777.1 km
Duration: 4h 39m

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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