What is the cheapest way to get from Kamloops to Castlegar?

The cheapest way to get from Kamloops to Castlegar is to drive which costs $90 - $130 and takes 5h 53m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kamloops to Castlegar?

The fastest way to get from Kamloops to Castlegar is to fly which takes 4h 36m and costs $550 - $1,300.

Is there a direct bus between Kamloops and Castlegar?

No, there is no direct bus from Kamloops to Castlegar. However, there are services departing from Kamloops, BC - Sahali Mall and arriving at Columbia Ave at Selkirk Ave via Queensway Exchange Bay B, Kelowna, BC and Castlegar Community Complex. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 20m.

How far is it from Kamloops to Castlegar?

The distance between Kamloops and Castlegar is 480 km. The road distance is 452.6 km.

How do I travel from Kamloops to Castlegar without a car?

The best way to get from Kamloops to Castlegar without a car is to bus which takes 9h 20m and costs $120 - $160.

How long does it take to get from Kamloops to Castlegar?

It takes approximately 9h 20m to get from Kamloops to Castlegar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kamloops to Castlegar bus from?

Kamloops to Castlegar bus services, operated by EBus Canada, depart from Kamloops, BC - Sahali Mall station.

Bus or fly from Kamloops to Castlegar?

The best way to get from Kamloops to Castlegar is to bus which takes 9h 20m and costs $120 - $160. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $120 - $650 and takes 6h 5m.

Where does the Kamloops to Castlegar bus arrive?

Kamloops to Castlegar bus services, operated by EBus Canada, arrive at Kelowna, BC - Downtown 516 Lawrence Ave station.

Can I drive from Kamloops to Castlegar?

Yes, the driving distance between Kamloops to Castlegar is 453 km. It takes approximately 5h 53m to drive from Kamloops to Castlegar.

Where can I stay near Castlegar?

There are 14+ hotels available in Castlegar.

Kamloops to Castlegar - 6 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Kamloops to Castlegar by bus, car, or plane

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Kamloops, BC - Sahali Mall to Kelowna, BC - Downtown 516 Lawrence AveKamloops
2. Take the bus from Kelowna, BC to Castlegar, BCKelowna to Nelson
9h 20m
$125–153
Drive 452.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kamloops to Castlegar452.6 km
5h 53m
$91–131
Fly Kamloops Airport to Castlegar Airport
1. Fly from Kamloops Airport (YKA) to Castlegar Airport (YCG)YKA - YCG
6h 5m
$125–641
Bus via Merritt
1. Take the bus from Kamploops, BC to Merrit, BC
2. Take the bus from Merrit, BC to Kelowna, BC
3. Take the bus from Kelowna, BC to Castlegar, BC
10h 10m
$142–191
Fly Kamloops Airport to Trail Airport
1. Fly from Kamloops Airport (YKA) to Trail Airport (YZZ)YKA - YZZ
4h 36m
$552–1,268
Bus to Vancouver International Airport, fly to Trail Airport
1. Take the bus from Kamloops, BC to Vancouver Airport
2. Fly from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Trail Airport (YZZ)YVR - YZZ
7h 48m
$410–712

Kamloops to Castlegar by bus and foot

7Weekly Services

9h 20mAverage Duration

$125Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 480.4 km
Duration: 9h 20m

What companies run services between Kamloops, BC, Canada and Castlegar, BC, Canada?

You can take a bus from Kamloops, BC - Sahali Mall to Columbia Ave at Selkirk Ave via Kelowna, BC - Downtown 516 Lawrence Ave, Queensway Exchange Bay B, Harvey Ave at Cooper Stn - Orchard Park, Kelowna, BC, Castlegar, BC, and Castlegar Community Complex in around 9h 20m. Alternatively, Air Canada flies from Kamloops Airport (YKA) to Castlegar Airport (YCG) once daily.

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