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

The cheapest way to get from Calgary to Smithers is to drive which costs $220 - $330 and takes 14h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Calgary to Smithers is to fly which takes 5h 56m and costs $110 - $490.

Is there a direct bus between Calgary and Smithers?

No, there is no direct bus from Calgary to Smithers. However, there are services departing from Calgary, AB - Westbrook Mall and arriving at Smithers Mall via Kamloops, BC - Sahali Mall and Prince George, BC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 22h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Calgary and Smithers?

No, there is no direct train from Calgary 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 Calgary to Smithers?

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

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

The best way to get from Calgary 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 Calgary to Smithers?

It takes approximately 5h 56m to get from Calgary to Smithers, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Calgary to Smithers bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Calgary to Smithers train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Calgary to Smithers?

The best way to get from Calgary to Smithers is to fly which takes 5h 56m and costs $110 - $490. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $270 - $370 and takes 22h 25m, you could also train, which costs $6,500 - $13,000 and takes 8 days 5h.

Where does the Calgary to Smithers bus arrive?

Calgary to Smithers bus services, operated by Rider Express, arrive at Kamloops, BC station.

What is the time difference between Calgary and Smithers?

Smithers is 1h behind Calgary. It is currently 9:00 PM in Calgary and 8:00 PM in Smithers.

Where does the Calgary to Smithers train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Calgary to Smithers?

Yes, the driving distance between Calgary to Smithers is 1153 km. It takes approximately 14h 13m to drive from Calgary to Smithers.

Where can I stay near Smithers?

There are 11+ hotels available in Smithers.

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

There are 6 ways to get from Calgary 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
best
1. Fly from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Smithers Airport (YYD)YYC - YYD
5h 56m
$111–485
Bus, train via Prince George
1. Take the bus from Calgary Downtown, AB to Jasper, AB
2. Take the train from Jasper to McBride
3. Take the bus from McBride, BC - Train Station to Prince George, BC
4. Take the bus from Prince George, BC to Smithers Mall
22h 14m
$338–542
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Calgary, AB - Westbrook Mall to Lake Louise, AB
2. Take the bus from Lake Louise, AB to Jasper, AB
3. Take the train from Jasper to Smithers
35h 50m
$231–356
Drive 1,153.1 km
1. Drive from Calgary to Smithers1,153.1 km
14h 13m
$225–325
Bus
1. Take the bus from Calgary, AB - Westbrook Mall to Kamloops, BC
2. Take the bus from Kamloops, BC - Sahali Mall to Prince George, BC - Terry Fox Statue
3. Take the bus from Prince George, BC to Smithers Mall
22h 25m
$276–363
Train
1. Take the train from Calgary to JasperPassage to the Peaks Discovery / ...
2. Take the train from Jasper to SmithersVIA Rail
8d 5h
$6,795–12,120

Calgary to Smithers by bus and train

2Weekly Services

22h 14mAverage Duration

$338Cheapest Price

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Distance: 994.1 km
Duration: 5h 56m

What companies run services between Calgary, AB, 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 bus from Calgary, AB - Westbrook Mall to Smithers Mall via Kamloops, BC, Kamloops, BC - Sahali Mall, Prince George, BC - Terry Fox Statue, and Prince George, BC in around 22h 25m.

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