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

The cheapest way to get from Penticton to Castlegar is to drive which costs $50 - $80 and takes 3h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Penticton to Castlegar is to drive which takes 3h 46m and costs $50 - $80.

Is there a direct bus between Penticton and Castlegar?

No, there is no direct bus from Penticton to Castlegar. However, there are services departing from Cherry Lane Shopping Centre and arriving at Castlegar, BC - 692 18th St via Osoyoos, BC - 9206 97th St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 11m.

How far is it from Penticton to Castlegar?

The distance between Penticton and Castlegar is 283 km. The road distance is 271.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Penticton to Castlegar without a car is to bus via Osoyoos which takes 6h 11m and costs $70 - $100.

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

It takes approximately 6h 11m to get from Penticton to Castlegar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Penticton to Castlegar bus from?

Penticton to Castlegar bus services, operated by BC Transit - South Okanagan-Similkameen, depart from Cherry Lane Shopping Centre station.

Where does the Penticton to Castlegar bus arrive?

Penticton to Castlegar bus services, operated by BC Transit - South Okanagan-Similkameen, arrive at Main & 89th St station.

Can I drive from Penticton to Castlegar?

Yes, the driving distance between Penticton to Castlegar is 272 km. It takes approximately 3h 46m to drive from Penticton to Castlegar.

Where can I stay near Castlegar?

There are 14+ hotels available in Castlegar.

Penticton to Castlegar - 3 ways to travel via bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Penticton to Castlegar by 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.

Bus via Osoyoos
best
1. Take the bus from Cherry Lane Shopping Centre to Main & 89th Stbus 40
2. Take the bus from Osoyoos, BC - 9206 97th St to Castlegar, BC - 692 18th Stbus Vancouver
6h 11m
$72–97
Drive 271.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Penticton to Castlegarcar 271.7 km
3h 46m
$53–77
Bus
1. Take the bus from Atkinson & Phoenix to Queensway Exchbus 70
2. Take the bus from Kelowna, BC to Castlegar, BCbus Kelowna to Nelson
8h 6m
$88–103

Penticton to Castlegar by bus and foot

2Weekly Services

6h 11mAverage Duration

$72Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Penticton to Castlegar.

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Distance: 283.2 km
Duration: 6h 11m

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

You can take a bus from Cherry Lane Shopping Centre to Castlegar, BC - 692 18th St via Main & 89th St and Osoyoos, BC - 9206 97th St in around 6h 11m.

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