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How to Travel from

Lake Louise to Nelson

by Rideshare, Route or Car

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Transport providers

Airlines

Air Canada

Website:
aircanada.com
Plane from Calgary International Airport to Kelowna
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$254.45–$763.36

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
Plane from Calgary International Airport to Kelowna
Ave. Duration:
1h 17m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.78–$305.34

Flair Airlines

Website:
flyflair.com/
Plane from Calgary International Airport to Kelowna
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$52.16–$343.51

Bus operators

Rider Express

Phone:
1-833-583-3636
Website:
riderexpress.ca/
Bus from Lake Louise, AB to Calgary,
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$45.80–$58.52

Mountain Man Mikes Bus Service

Phone:
+1 778 382 7729
Website:
mountainmanmikes.ca/
Bus from Calgary, AB - 11488, 24 Street SE to Nelson,
Ave. Duration:
9h
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$108.14–$152.67
Bus from Cranbrook, BC - 513 Cranbrook St North to Nelson,
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$57.25–$76.34

Mountain Park Transportation

Phone:
+1-403-522-2700
Website:
mtnparktrans.com/
Bus from Wilson Moutain Sports, Lake Louise to Moose
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
On demand

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:
$34.75–$76.34

Brewster Express

Phone:
1-866-606-6700
Website:
banffjaspercollection.com/brewster-express/
Bus from Lake Louise, AB to Calgary
Ave. Duration:
4h 15m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$82.70–$114.50

Banff Explorer

Phone:
+1 800 974 2850
Website:
banffexplorer.com
Bus from Samesun Hostel to Calgary
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$45.55

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 Lake Louise to Nelson?

The cheapest way to get from Lake Louise to Nelson is to drive and car ferry which costs $65.22 - $97.83 and takes 7h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lake Louise to Nelson?

The fastest way to get from Lake Louise to Nelson is to drive and car ferry which takes 7h 35m and costs $65.22 - $97.83 .

Is there a direct bus between Lake Louise and Nelson?

No, there is no direct bus from Lake Louise to Nelson. However, there are services departing from Lake Louise, AB and arriving at Nelson, BC - 512 Railway Street via Westbrook LRT Station and Calgary, AB - 11488, 24 Street SE. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 21m.

How far is it from Lake Louise to Nelson?

The distance between Lake Louise and Nelson is 859 km.

How do I travel from Lake Louise to Nelson without a car?

The best way to get from Lake Louise to Nelson without a car is to bus via Calgary which takes 13h 21m and costs $130.43 - $184.78 .

How long does it take to get from Lake Louise to Nelson?

It takes approximately 13h 21m to get from Lake Louise to Nelson, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lake Louise to Nelson bus from?

Lake Louise to Nelson bus services, operated by Rider Express, depart from Lake Louise, AB station.

Where does the Lake Louise to Nelson bus arrive?

Lake Louise to Nelson bus services, operated by Rider Express, arrive at Calgary, AB - Westbrook Mall station.

What is the time difference between Lake Louise and Nelson?

Nelson is 1h behind Lake Louise. It is currently 02:12 in Lake Louise and 01:12 in Nelson.

Where can I stay near Nelson?

There are 27+ hotels available in Nelson. Prices start at $70.60 per night.
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