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Three ways to Travel from San Francisco to Smithers

Composite routes from San Francisco to Smithers

Cheapest
29 h 1 min
Car
2561 km.
from $140
Other
3 d 6 h 23 min
1924 km.
from $536.26

Transport providers

Airlines

Air Canada

Website:
aircanada.com
Plane from San Francisco International Airport to Smithers
Ave. Duration:
6h 32m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.57–$701.63

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Oakland to Seattle
Ave. Duration:
22h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$95.68–$318.92
Train from Seattle to Vancouver
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$21.69–$108.43

VIA Rail

Phone:
+1 888 842-7245
Website:
viarail.ca/en
Train from Vancouver to Jasper
Ave. Duration:
19h
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$76.54–$140.33
Train from Jasper to Smithers
Ave. Duration:
28h 25m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$76.54–$140.33

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from San Francisco to Smithers?

The cheapest way to get from San Francisco to Smithers is to fly which costs $119.57 - $326.09 and takes 7h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from San Francisco to Smithers?

The fastest way to get from San Francisco to Smithers is to fly which takes 7h 27m and costs $119.57 - $326.09 .

Is there a direct train between San Francisco and Smithers?

No, there is no direct train from San Francisco to Smithers. However, there are services departing from Civic Center / UN Plaza and arriving at Smithers via Oakland, Seattle, Vancouver and Jasper. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3 days 6h.

How far is it from San Francisco to Smithers?

The distance between San Francisco and Smithers is 1976 km. The road distance is 2562.1 km.

How do I travel from San Francisco to Smithers without a car?

The best way to get from San Francisco to Smithers without a car is to train which takes 3 days 6h and costs $228.26 - $652.17 .

How long does it take to get from San Francisco to Smithers?

It takes approximately 7h 27m to get from San Francisco to Smithers, including transfers.

Where do I catch the San Francisco to Smithers train from?

San Francisco to Smithers train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Oakland station.

Train, bus or fly from San Francisco to Smithers?

The best way to get from San Francisco to Smithers is to fly which takes 7h 27m and costs $119.57 - $326.09 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $228.26 - $652.17 and takes 3 days 6h. There are no good options to bus between San Francisco to Smithers.

Where does the San Francisco to Smithers train arrive?

San Francisco to Smithers train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Seattle station.

Can I drive from San Francisco to Smithers?

Yes, the driving distance between San Francisco to Smithers is 2562 km. It takes approximately 29h 1m to drive from San Francisco to Smithers.

Where can I stay near Smithers?

There are 11+ hotels available in Smithers. Prices start at $70.91 per night.
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