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 $210 - $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 3h 59m and costs $90 - $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 - 516 Lawrence Ave via Prince George - Bus Shelter - 1295 7 Ave - Bay C near Terry Fox Statue and Kamloops - back of Sahali Mall. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 52m.

How far is it from Smithers to Kelowna?

The distance between Smithers and Kelowna is 778 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 14h 52m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 59m 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 3h 59m and costs $90 - $500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 14h 52m.

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 - 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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Fly
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1. Fly from Smithers Airport (YYD) to Kelowna International Airport (YLW)plane YYD - YLW
3h 59m
$94–495
Bus
1. Take the bus from Smithers Mall to Prince George, BCbus
2. Take the bus from Prince George - Bus Shelter - 1295 7 Ave - Bay C near Terry Fox Statue to Kamloops - back of Sahali Mallbus
3. Take the bus from Kamloops - back of Sahali Mall to Kelowna - 516 Lawrence Avebus
14h 52m
Drive 1,049 km
1. Drive from Smithers to Kelownacar 1,049 km
12h 39m
$212–306
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 - Bus Shelter - 1295 7 Ave - Bay C near Terry Fox Statue to Kamloops - back of Sahali Mallbus
4. Take the bus from Kamloops - back of Sahali Mall to Kelowna - 516 Lawrence Avebus
16h 35m

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

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Distance: 777.6 km
Duration: 3h 59m

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 - 516 Lawrence Ave via Prince George, BC, Prince George - Bus Shelter - 1295 7 Ave - Bay C near Terry Fox Statue, and Kamloops - back of Sahali Mall in around 14h 52m.

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