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Kamloops, Canada → Nelson, Canada

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Five ways to Travel from Kamloops to Nelson

Composite routes from Kamloops to Nelson

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Transport providers

Airlines

Air Canada

Website:
aircanada.com
Plane from Kamloops Airport to West
Ave. Duration:
4h 52m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$279.90–$826.97
Plane from Kamloops Airport to Cranbrook/Canadian
Ave. Duration:
3h 33m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$445.29–$1,272.26

WestJet

Website:
westjet.com/
Plane from Kamloops Airport to Cranbrook/Canadian
Ave. Duration:
3h 19m
Frequency:
Monday, Friday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$203.56–$890.58

Bus operators

EBus Canada

Phone:
1-877-769-3287
Website:
myebus.ca/
Bus from Kamloops, BC - Sahali Mall to Kelowna,
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$30.53–$39.44
Bus from Kamploops, BC to Merrit,
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$21.63–$27.99
Bus from Merrit, BC to Kelowna,
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$25.45–$33.08

BC Connector - Wilson's Group

Phone:
1.833.276.5841
Website:
bcconnector.com/
Bus from Kamploops, BC to Merrit,
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$29.26–$35.62
Bus from Merrit, BC to Kelowna,
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$34.35–$40.71

Mountain Man Mikes Bus Service

Phone:
+1 778 382 7729
Website:
mountainmanmikes.ca/
Bus from Cranbrook, BC - 513 Cranbrook St North to Nelson,
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$59.80–$82.70

Silver City Stagelines LTD

Phone:
(778) 760-1891
Website:
fritztravels.com/
Bus from Kelowna, BC to Nelson,
Ave. Duration:
4h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$36.09–$82.70

Other operators

Inland Ferries

Phone:
1 800 663 7867
Website:
www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/transportation/passenger-travel/water-travel/inland-ferries
Other from Needles, BC to Fauquier
Ave. Duration:
5 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Kamloops to Nelson?

The cheapest way to get from Kamloops to Nelson is to drive and car ferry which costs $59.78 - $92.39 and takes 6h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kamloops to Nelson?

The fastest way to get from Kamloops to Nelson is to fly which takes 6h 48m and costs $260.87 - $760.87 .

Is there a direct bus between Kamloops and Nelson?

No, there is no direct bus from Kamloops to Nelson. However, there are services departing from Kamloops, BC - Sahali Mall and arriving at Nelson, BC via Queensway Exchange Bay J and Kelowna, BC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 56m.

How far is it from Kamloops to Nelson?

The distance between Kamloops and Nelson is 520 km.

How do I travel from Kamloops to Nelson without a car?

The best way to get from Kamloops to Nelson without a car is to bus which takes 8h 56m and costs $54.35 - $108.70 .

How long does it take to get from Kamloops to Nelson?

It takes approximately 8h 56m to get from Kamloops to Nelson, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kamloops to Nelson bus from?

Kamloops to Nelson bus services, operated by EBus Canada, depart from Kamloops, BC - Sahali Mall station.

Bus or fly from Kamloops to Nelson?

The best way to get from Kamloops to Nelson is to bus which takes 8h 56m and costs $54.35 - $108.70 . Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $260.87 - $760.87 and takes 6h 48m.

Where does the Kamloops to Nelson bus arrive?

Kamloops to Nelson bus services, operated by EBus Canada, arrive at Kelowna, BC - Downtown 516 Lawrence Ave station.

Where can I stay near Nelson?

There are 26+ hotels available in Nelson. Prices start at $73.35 per night.
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