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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Golden to Nelson

Cheapest
5 h 55 min
Car
398 km.
from $21
Other
13 h 34 min
201 km.
from $179.22
10 h 38 min
Bus, Plane
200 km.
from $733.04
14 h 21 min
200 km.
from $167.07

Transport providers

Airlines

WestJet

Website:
westjet.com/
Plane from Calgary International Airport to Cranbrook/Canadian
Ave. Duration:
49 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$254.45–$699.74

Bus operators

EBus Canada

Phone:
1-877-769-3287
Email:
Website:
myebus.ca/
Bus from Salmon Arm, BC to Kelowna,
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$24.17–$31.81

Rider Express

Phone:
1-833-583-3636
Email:
Website:
riderexpress.ca/
Bus from Golden, BC to Salmon
Ave. Duration:
3h 15m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$55.98–$76.34
Bus from Golden, BC to Banff,
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$43.26–$54.71
Bus from Golden, BC to Calgary,
Ave. Duration:
3h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$57.25–$76.34

Mountain Man Mikes Bus Service

Phone:
+1 778 382 7729
Email:
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
Bus from Calgary, AB - 11488, 24 Street SE to Nelson,
Ave. Duration:
9h
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$114.50–$152.67

Silver City Stagelines LTD

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

Banff Explorer

Phone:
+1 800 974 2850
Website:
banffexplorer.com
Bus from Banff International Hostel to Calgary
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$47.33

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 Kootenay Bay, BC to Balfour,
Ave. Duration:
35 min
Frequency:
Twice a week

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Golden to Nelson is to drive and car ferry which costs $65.22 - $97.83 and takes 7h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Golden to Nelson is to drive and car ferry which takes 7h 13m and costs $65.22 - $97.83 .

Is there a direct bus between Golden and Nelson?

No, there is no direct bus from Golden to Nelson. However, there are services departing from Golden, BC and arriving at Nelson, BC via 10 Ave SW at 20th St SW, Salmon Arm, BC, Queensway Exchange Bay J and Kelowna, BC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 34m.

How far is it from Golden to Nelson?

The distance between Golden and Nelson is 715 km.

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

The best way to get from Golden to Nelson without a car is to bus which takes 13h 34m and costs $97.83 - $163.04 .

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

It takes approximately 13h 34m to get from Golden to Nelson, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Golden to Nelson bus from?

Golden to Nelson bus services, operated by Rider Express, depart from Golden, BC station.

Where does the Golden to Nelson bus arrive?

Golden to Nelson bus services, operated by Rider Express, arrive at Salmon Arm, BC station.

What is the time difference between Golden and Nelson?

Nelson is 1h behind Golden. It is currently 21:32 in Golden and 20:32 in Nelson.

Where can I stay near Nelson?

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