What is the cheapest way to get from Alberta to Smithers?

The cheapest way to get from Alberta to Smithers is to drive which costs $220 - $330 and takes 14h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Alberta to Smithers?

The fastest way to get from Alberta to Smithers is to fly which takes 5h 49m and costs $150 - $650.

Is there a direct bus between Alberta and Smithers?

No, there is no direct bus from Alberta to Smithers. However, there are services departing from Calgary and arriving at Smithers Mall via Kamloops, BC - Sahali Mall and Prince George, BC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Alberta and Smithers?

No, there is no direct train from Alberta to Smithers. However, there are services departing from Calgary and arriving at Smithers via Jasper. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7 days 5h.

How far is it from Alberta to Smithers?

The distance between Alberta and Smithers is 994 km. The road distance is 1153.1 km.

How do I travel from Alberta to Smithers without a car?

The best way to get from Alberta to Smithers without a car is to bus and train which takes 20h 44m and costs $320 - $700.

How long does it take to get from Alberta to Smithers?

It takes approximately 5h 49m to get from Alberta to Smithers, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alberta to Smithers bus from?

Alberta to Smithers bus services, operated by EBus Canada, depart from Calgary station.

Where do I catch the Alberta to Smithers train from?

Alberta to Smithers train services, operated by Rocky Mountaineer, depart from Calgary station.

Train, bus or fly from Alberta to Smithers?

The best way to get from Alberta to Smithers is to fly which takes 5h 49m and costs $150 - $650. Alternatively, you can train, which costs and takes 7 days 5h, you could also bus, which costs and takes 21h 55m.

Where does the Alberta to Smithers bus arrive?

Alberta to Smithers bus services, operated by EBus Canada, arrive at Kamloops station.

What is the time difference between Alberta and Smithers?

Smithers is 1h behind Alberta. It is currently 9:19 PM in Alberta and 8:19 PM in Smithers.

Where does the Alberta to Smithers train arrive?

Alberta to Smithers train services, operated by Rocky Mountaineer, arrive at Jasper station.

Can I drive from Alberta to Smithers?

Yes, the driving distance between Alberta to Smithers is 1153 km. It takes approximately 14h 19m to drive from Alberta to Smithers.

Where can I stay near Smithers?

There are 15+ hotels available in Smithers.

Alberta to Smithers - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Alberta to Smithers by plane, bus, train, or car

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Fly from Calgary International Airport
best
1. Fly from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Smithers Airport (YYD)plane YYC - YYD
5h 49m
$153–619
Fly from Edmonton International Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from Edmonton International Airport (YEG) to Smithers Airport (YYD)plane YEG - YYD
6h 45m
$134–628
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Calgary Downtown, AB to Jasper, ABbus
2. Take the train from Jasper to McBridetrain
3. Take the bus from McBride, BC - Train Station to Prince George, BCbus
4. Take the bus from Prince George, BC to Smithers Mallbus
20h 44m
$327–653
Train
1. Take the train from Calgary to Jaspertrain Edmonton
2. Take the train from Jasper to Smitherstrain VIA Rail
7d 5h
Drive 1,153.1 km
1. Drive from Calgary to Smitherscar 1,153.1 km
14h 19m
$227–328
Bus
1. Take the bus from Calgary to Kamloopsbus
2. Take the bus from Kamloops, BC - Sahali Mall to Prince George, BC - Terry Fox Statuebus
3. Take the bus from Prince George, BC to Smithers Mallbus
21h 55m

Alberta to Smithers by bus and train

2Weekly Services

20h 44mAverage Duration

$327Cheapest Price

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Distance: 994.1 km
Duration: 5h 49m

What companies run services between Alberta, Canada and Smithers, BC, Canada?

Air Canada, Flair Airlines, and WestJet fly from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Smithers Airport (YYD) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a train from Calgary to Smithers via Jasper in around 7d 5h.

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