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

The cheapest way to get from Smithers to Nanaimo is to fly which costs $90 - $480 and takes 5h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Smithers to Nanaimo is to fly which takes 5h 17m and costs $90 - $480.

Is there a direct train between Smithers and Nanaimo?

No, there is no direct train from Smithers to Nanaimo. However, there are services departing from Smithers and arriving at Nanaimo Harbour via Jasper and Vancouver Harbour. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 18h.

How far is it from Smithers to Nanaimo?

The distance between Smithers and Nanaimo is 747 km.

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

The best way to get from Smithers to Nanaimo without a car is to bus and train which takes 17h 56m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 29m to get from Smithers to Nanaimo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Smithers to Nanaimo train from?

Smithers to Nanaimo train services, operated by VIA Rail, depart from Smithers station.

Train or fly from Smithers to Nanaimo?

The best way to get from Smithers to Nanaimo is to train which takes 2 days 18h and costs . Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $110 - $600 and takes 5h 53m.

Where does the Smithers to Nanaimo train arrive?

Smithers to Nanaimo train services, operated by VIA Rail, arrive at Jasper station.

Where can I stay near Nanaimo?

There are 97+ hotels available in Nanaimo.

Smithers to Nanaimo - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, and bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Smithers to Nanaimo by plane, train, or bus

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Fly to Vancouver International Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Smithers Airport (YYD) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)plane YYD - YVR
2. Take the train from Vancouver Airport YVR South to Nanaimo Harbourtrain
3h 29m
Fly to Nanaimo
cheapest
1. Fly from Smithers Airport (YYD) to Nanaimo (ZNA)plane YYD - ZNA
5h 17m
$92–480
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Smithers Mall to Prince George Canfor Leisure Pool 1248 7th Avebus
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 Vancouver - Pacific Stationbus
4. Take the train from Vancouver Harbour to Nanaimo Harbourtrain 13
17h 56m
Train
1. Take the train from Smithers to Jaspertrain
2. Take the train from Jasper to Vancouvertrain
3. Take the train from Vancouver Harbour to Nanaimo Harbourtrain 13
2d 18h
Fly to Nanaimo Airport
1. Fly from Smithers Airport (YYD) to Nanaimo Airport (YCD)plane YYD - YCD
5h 53m
$110–573
Fly to Victoria International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Smithers Airport (YYD) to Victoria International Airport (YYJ)plane YYD - YYJ
2. Take the bus from Victoria - Front door, Sandman Inn, Douglas & Gorge to Nanaimo, Departure Bay Ferry Terminal - Passenger entrance, connects to 4:00pm HSB ferrybus
8h 43m
$140–518

Smithers Airport (YYD) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) flights

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1h 37mAverage Duration

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Distance: 746.8 km
Duration: 3h 29m

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

You can take a train from Smithers to Nanaimo Harbour via Jasper, Vancouver, and Vancouver Harbour in around 2d 18h. Alternatively, Air Canada flies from Smithers Airport (YYD) to Nanaimo Airport (YCD) 4 times a week.

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