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9 h 27 min
812 km.
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Nine ways to Travel from Vancouver to Nelson

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Cheapest
By car (812 km)
9 h 27 min
812 km.
from $44
Other
Rideshare
9 h 27 min
812 km.
from $10.59
Bus, Plane (Fly to Spokane International Airport)
6 h 38 min
587 km.
from $352.24
Train, Bus (Train)
17 h 41 min
585 km.
from $251.09
Train, Bus (Train)
19 h 12 min
588 km.
from $264.26
Bus, Plane (Fly to Cranbrook/Canadian Rockies International Airport)
11 h 44 min
587 km.
from $559.85
Bus, Plane (Fly to Kelowna International Airport)
12 h 53 min
587 km.
from $570.72
Train, bus via Kelowna, Train, bus via Kelowna
20 h 18 min
588 km.
from $191.26
Bus
21 h 17 min
588 km.
from $237.98

Transport providers

Airlines

Air Canada

Website:
aircanada.com
Plane from Portland International Airport to West
Ave. Duration:
4h 52m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$184.78–$597.83
Plane from Portland International Airport to Cranbrook/Canadian
Ave. Duration:
6h 16m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$304.35–$923.91
Plane from Portland International Airport to Kelowna
Ave. Duration:
4h 14m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$184.78–$543.48

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Portland International Airport to Kelowna
Ave. Duration:
3h 24m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$141.30–$478.26

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Website:
alaskaair.com/
Plane from Portland International Airport to Spokane
Ave. Duration:
1h 3m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$92.39–$597.83
Plane from Portland International Airport to Kelowna
Ave. Duration:
3h 21m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$173.91–$597.83

WestJet

Website:
westjet.com/
Plane from Portland International Airport to Cranbrook/Canadian
Ave. Duration:
8h 59m
Frequency:
Thursday and Saturday
Estimated price:
$239.13–$815.22
Plane from Portland International Airport to Kelowna
Ave. Duration:
3h 24m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$141.30–$478.26

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Vancouver to Seattle
Ave. Duration:
3h 7m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$19.57–$92.39
Train from Seattle to Wenatchee
Ave. Duration:
3h 56m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$18.48–$92.39
Train from Vancouver to Vancouver
Ave. Duration:
7h 32m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$35.87–$130.43

Bus operators

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Portland Curbside Bus Stop to Vancouver
Ave. Duration:
8h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$26.09–$92.39

EBus Canada

Phone:
1-877-769-3287
Email:
Website:
myebus.ca/
Bus from Vancouver, BC - Pacific Central Station to Kelowna,
Ave. Duration:
5h 25m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$46.74–$59.78

BC Connector - Wilson's Group

Phone:
1.833.276.5841
Website:
bcconnector.com/
Bus from Vancouver, BC - Pacific Central Station to Kelowna,
Ave. Duration:
5h 25m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$53.26–$65.22

Mountain Man Mikes Bus Service

Phone:
+1 778 382 7729
Email:
Website:
mountainmanmikes.ca/
Bus from Vancouver, BC - Pacific Central Station to Nelson,
Ave. Duration:
10h 40m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$97.83–$130.43
Bus from Cranbrook, BC - 513 Cranbrook St North to Nelson,
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$51.09–$70.65

Silver City Stagelines LTD

Phone:
(778) 760-1891
Email:
Website:
fritztravels.com/
Bus from Midway, BC to Nelson,
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$30.84–$59.78
Bus from Kelowna, BC to Nelson,
Ave. Duration:
4h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$30.84–$70.65

Northwestern Stages

Phone:
+1 800-366-6975
Email:
Website:
northwesternstagelines.com
Bus from Wenatchee to Omak,
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$32.61–$46.74

Okanogan County Transportation

Phone:
+1 (800) 635-4391
Email:
Website:
octn.org/
Bus from Wenatchee to Omak,
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$15.73

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Vancouver to Nelson is to drive which costs $108.70 - $163.04 and takes 9h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Vancouver to Nelson is to fly and drive which takes 6h 38m and costs $119.57 - $380.43 .

Is there a direct bus between Vancouver and Nelson?

No, there is no direct bus from Vancouver to Nelson. However, there are services departing from E 15th St & Broadway and arriving at Nelson, BC - 512 Railway Street via Portland Curbside Bus Stop and Vancouver, BC - Pacific Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 17m.

How far is it from Vancouver to Nelson?

The distance between Vancouver and Nelson is 724 km. The road distance is 804.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Vancouver to Nelson without a car is to train and bus which takes 19h 12m and costs $130.43 - $260.87 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 38m to get from Vancouver to Nelson, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Vancouver to Nelson bus from?

Vancouver to Nelson bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Portland Curbside Bus Stop station.

Bus or fly from Vancouver to Nelson?

The best way to get from Vancouver to Nelson is to fly which takes 9h 32m and costs $184.78 - $652.17 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $119.57 - $228.26 and takes 21h 17m.

Where does the Vancouver to Nelson bus arrive?

Vancouver to Nelson bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Vancouver station.

Can I drive from Vancouver to Nelson?

Yes, the driving distance between Vancouver to Nelson is 804 km. It takes approximately 9h 26m to drive from Vancouver to 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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