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 6h 14m and costs $110 - $550.

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 8 days 5h.

How far is it from Alberta to Smithers?

The distance between Alberta and Smithers is 996 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 via Prince George which takes 22h 14m and costs $330 - $550.

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

It takes approximately 6h 14m to get from Alberta to Smithers, including transfers.

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 6h 14m and costs $110 - $550. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $270 - $370 and takes 23h 38m, you could also train, which costs $6,500 - $13,000 and takes 8 days 5h.

What is the time difference between Alberta and Smithers?

Smithers is 1h behind Alberta. It is currently 7:41 PM in Alberta and 6:41 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 11+ hotels available in Smithers.

Alberta to Smithers - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Alberta to Smithers by plane, bus, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly from Calgary International Airport
best
1. Fly from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Smithers Airport (YYD)plane YYC - YYD
6h 14m
$111–525
Bus, train via Prince George
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
22h 14m
$338–542
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Calgary, AB - Westbrook Mall to Lake Louise, ABbus
2. Take the bus from Lake Louise, AB to Jasper, ABbus
3. Take the train from Jasper to Smitherstrain
37h 3m
$231–356
Drive 1,153.1 km
1. Drive from Calgary to Smitherscar 1,153.1 km
14h 19m
$227–328
Fly from Edmonton International Airport
1. Fly from Edmonton International Airport (YEG) to Smithers Airport (YYD)plane YEG - YYD
6h 32m
$124–628
Bus
1. Take the bus from Calgary, AB - Westbrook Mall to Kamloops, BCbus
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
23h 38m
$276–363
Train
1. Take the train from Calgary to Jaspertrain Passage to the Peaks Discovery / ...
2. Take the train from Jasper to Smitherstrain VIA Rail
8d 5h
$6,795–12,120

Alberta to Smithers by bus and train

2Weekly Services

22h 14mAverage Duration

$338Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Alberta to Smithers.

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Distance: 995.9 km
Duration: 6h 14m

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

Air Canada and WestJet fly from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Smithers Airport (YYD) 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from WB Downtown-West Kerby Station to Smithers Mall via WB Westbrook CTrain Station, Calgary, AB - Westbrook Mall, Kamloops, BC, Kamloops, BC - Sahali Mall, Prince George, BC - Terry Fox Statue, and Prince George, BC in around 23h 38m.

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