What is the cheapest way to get from Kamloops to Prince Rupert?

The cheapest way to get from Kamloops to Prince Rupert is to bus and train via Burns Lake which costs $150 - $280 and takes 20h 53m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kamloops to Prince Rupert?

The fastest way to get from Kamloops to Prince Rupert is to fly and bus which takes 7h 53m and costs $300 - $1,200.

Is there a direct bus between Kamloops and Prince Rupert?

No, there is no direct bus from Kamloops to Prince Rupert. However, there are services departing from Kamloops and arriving at Prince Rupert via Prince George, BC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Kamloops and Prince Rupert?

No, there is no direct train from Kamloops to Prince Rupert. However, there are services departing from Kamloops and arriving at Prince Rupert via Jasper. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8 days 12h.

How far is it from Kamloops to Prince Rupert?

The distance between Kamloops and Prince Rupert is 884 km. The road distance is 1242.8 km.

How do I travel from Kamloops to Prince Rupert without a car?

The best way to get from Kamloops to Prince Rupert without a car is to bus which takes 18h 8m and costs $190 - $270.

How long does it take to get from Kamloops to Prince Rupert?

It takes approximately 7h 53m to get from Kamloops to Prince Rupert, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kamloops to Prince Rupert bus from?

Kamloops to Prince Rupert bus services, operated by BC Bus North, depart from Kamloops station.

Where do I catch the Kamloops to Prince Rupert train from?

Kamloops to Prince Rupert train services, operated by Rocky Mountaineer, depart from Kamloops station.

Train or bus from Kamloops to Prince Rupert?

The best way to get from Kamloops to Prince Rupert is to bus which takes 18h 8m and costs $190 - $270. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $6,700 - $6,800 and takes 8 days 12h.

Where does the Kamloops to Prince Rupert bus arrive?

Kamloops to Prince Rupert bus services, operated by BC Bus North, arrive at Prince George station.

Where does the Kamloops to Prince Rupert train arrive?

Kamloops to Prince Rupert train services, operated by Rocky Mountaineer, arrive at Jasper station.

Can I drive from Kamloops to Prince Rupert?

Yes, the driving distance between Kamloops to Prince Rupert is 1243 km. It takes approximately 15h 25m to drive from Kamloops to Prince Rupert.

Where can I stay near Prince Rupert?

There are 11+ hotels available in Prince Rupert.

Kamloops to Prince Rupert - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Kamloops to Prince Rupert 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 Kamloops Airport to Northwest Regional Airport, bus
best
1. Fly from Kamloops Airport (YKA) to Northwest Regional Airport (YXT)plane YKA - YXT
2. Take the bus from Terrance Skeena Mall to Prince Rupertbus
7h 53m
$304–1,185
Bus, train via Burns Lake
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kamloops, BC - Sahali Mall to Prince George, BC - Terry Fox Statuebus
2. Take the bus from Downtown Exch Bay B to Government at Gilganbus 161
3. Take the train from Burns Lake to Prince Ruperttrain
20h 53m
$158–272
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kamloops to Prince Georgebus Kamloops to Prince George
2. Take the bus from Prince George, BC to Prince Rupertbus Prince George
18h 8m
$194–262
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Kamloops to Prince Georgebus
2. Take the bus from Downtown Exch Bay B to Burrard Vanderhoof Co-opbus 161
3. Take the train from Vanderhoof to Prince Ruperttrain
20h 45m
$161–307
Drive 1,242.8 km
1. Drive from Kamloops to Prince Rupertcar 1,242.8 km
15h 25m
$240–347
Fly Kamloops Airport to Smithers Airport, train
1. Fly from Kamloops Airport (YKA) to Smithers Airport (YYD)plane YKA - YYD
2. Take the train from Smithers to Prince Ruperttrain
11h 8m
$199–850
Bus to Kelowna International Airport, fly to Northwest Regional Airport, bus
1. Take the bus from Kamloops, BC - Sahali Mall to Kelowna Airportbus
2. Fly from Kelowna International Airport (YLW) to Northwest Regional Airport (YXT)plane YLW - YXT
3. Take the bus from Terrance Skeena Mall to Prince Rupertbus
10h 10m
$189–796
Train
1. Take the train from Kamloops to Jaspertrain First Passage to the West Grand Adventure / ...
2. Take the train from Jasper to Prince Ruperttrain VIA Rail
8d 12h
$6,722–6,792

Kamloops to Prince Rupert by bus and foot

2Weekly Services

18h 8mAverage Duration

$194Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Kamloops to Prince Rupert.

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Distance: 883.6 km
Duration: 7h 53m

What companies run services between Kamloops, BC, Canada and Prince Rupert, BC, Canada?

You can take a bus from Kamloops to Prince Rupert via Prince George and Prince George, BC in around 18h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Kamloops to Prince Rupert via Jasper in around 8d 12h.

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