What is the cheapest way to get from Calgary to Kelowna?

The cheapest way to get from Calgary to Kelowna is to drive which costs $110 - $170 and takes 7h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Calgary to Kelowna?

The fastest way to get from Calgary to Kelowna is to fly which takes 3h 26m and costs $100 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Calgary and Kelowna?

No, there is no direct bus from Calgary to Kelowna. However, there are services departing from Calgary, AB - Westbrook Mall and arriving at Kelowna, BC via Salmon Arm, BC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 59m.

How far is it from Calgary to Kelowna?

The distance between Calgary and Kelowna is 433 km. The road distance is 601.5 km.

How do I travel from Calgary to Kelowna without a car?

The best way to get from Calgary to Kelowna without a car is to bus which takes 10h 59m and costs $160 - $210.

How long does it take to get from Calgary to Kelowna?

It takes approximately 3h 26m to get from Calgary to Kelowna, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Calgary to Kelowna bus from?

Calgary to Kelowna bus services, operated by Rider Express, depart from Calgary, AB - Westbrook Mall station.

Bus or fly from Calgary to Kelowna?

The best way to get from Calgary to Kelowna is to fly which takes 3h 26m and costs $100 - $600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $160 - $210 and takes 10h 59m.

Where does the Calgary to Kelowna bus arrive?

Calgary to Kelowna bus services, operated by Rider Express, arrive at Salmon Arm, BC station.

What is the time difference between Calgary and Kelowna?

Kelowna is 1h behind Calgary. It is currently 5:01 PM in Calgary and 4:01 PM in Kelowna.

Can I drive from Calgary to Kelowna?

Yes, the driving distance between Calgary to Kelowna is 602 km. It takes approximately 7h 21m to drive from Calgary to Kelowna.

Where can I stay near Kelowna?

There are 144+ hotels available in Kelowna.

Calgary to Kelowna - 4 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Calgary to Kelowna by plane, bus, 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
best
1. Fly from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Kelowna International Airport (YLW)plane YYC - YLW
3h 26m
$104–599
Bus
1. Take the bus from Calgary, AB - Westbrook Mall to Salmon Arm, BCbus Calgary
2. Take the bus from Salmon Arm, BC to Kelowna, BCbus Kelowna / ...
10h 59m
$160–203
Drive 601.5 km
1. Drive from Calgary to Kelownacar 601.5 km
7h 21m
$118–170
Bus via Nelson
1. Take the bus from Calgary, AB - 11488, 24 Street SE to Nelson, BC - 512 Railway Streetbus Calgary
2. Take the bus from Nelson, BC to Kelowna, BCbus Nelson to Kelowna
16h 46m
$227–282

Calgary to Kelowna by bus

1Weekly Buses

16h 46mAverage Duration

$227Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Calgary to Kelowna.

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Distance: 432.6 km
Duration: 3h 26m

What companies run services between Calgary, AB, Canada and Kelowna, BC, Canada?

WestJet, Flair Airlines, and Air Canada fly from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Kelowna International Airport (YLW) every 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Calgary, AB - Westbrook Mall to Kelowna, BC via Salmon Arm, BC in around 10h 59m.

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