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

The cheapest way to get from Kamloops to Nelson is to drive which costs $95 - $140 and takes 6h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kamloops to Nelson is to drive which takes 6h 26m and costs $95 - $140.

Is there a direct bus between Kamloops and Nelson?

No, there is no direct bus from Kamloops to Nelson. However, there are services departing from Kamloops, BC - Sahali Mall and arriving at Nelson, BC via Queensway Exchange Bay B and Kelowna, BC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 43m.

How far is it from Kamloops to Nelson?

The distance between Kamloops and Nelson is 521 km. The road distance is 493.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Kamloops to Nelson without a car is to bus which takes 8h 43m and costs $120 - $160.

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

It takes approximately 8h 43m to get from Kamloops to Nelson, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kamloops to Nelson bus from?

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

Where does the Kamloops to Nelson bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kamloops to Nelson?

Yes, the driving distance between Kamloops to Nelson is 494 km. It takes approximately 6h 26m to drive from Kamloops to Nelson.

Where can I stay near Nelson?

There are 25+ hotels available in Nelson.

Kamloops to Nelson - 5 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Kamloops to Nelson 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 Nelson, BCKelowna to Nelson
8h 43m
$127–155
Drive 493.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kamloops to Nelson493.7 km
6h 26m
$98–141
Fly Kamloops Airport to Castlegar Airport, bus
1. Fly from Kamloops Airport (YKA) to Castlegar Airport (YCG)YKA - YCG
2. Take the bus from Frank Beinder Way at Hwy 3A to Nelson Exchange Bay B
6h 40m
$135–691
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 Nelson, BC
9h 33m
$144–193
Bus to Kelowna International Airport, fly to Cranbrook/Canadian Rockies International Airport, bus
1. Take the bus from Kamloops, BC - Sahali Mall to Kelowna Airport
2. Fly from Kelowna International Airport (YLW) to Cranbrook/Canadian Rockies International Airport (YXC)YLW - YXC
3. Take the bus from Cranbrook, BC - 513 Cranbrook St North to Nelson, BC - 512 Railway Street
8h 37m
$252–789

Kamloops to Nelson by bus

7Weekly Buses

8h 43mAverage Duration

$127Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Kamloops to Nelson.

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Distance: 520.6 km
Duration: 8h 43m

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

You can take a bus from Kamloops, BC - Sahali Mall to Nelson, BC via Kelowna, BC - Downtown 516 Lawrence Ave, Queensway Exchange Bay B, Harvey Ave at Cooper Stn - Orchard Park, and Kelowna, BC in around 8h 43m.

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