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

The cheapest way to get from Smithers to Castlegar is to fly which costs $110 - $600 and takes 16h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Smithers to Castlegar is to drive which takes 16h 23m and costs $260 - $380.

Is there a direct bus between Smithers and Castlegar?

No, there is no direct bus from Smithers to Castlegar. However, there are services departing from Smithers Mall and arriving at Castlegar, BC - 692 18th St via Prince George, BC - Terry Fox Statue, Kamloops, BC and Hope, BC - 919 Water Avenue. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 23h 50m.

How far is it from Smithers to Castlegar?

The distance between Smithers and Castlegar is 1377 km. The road distance is 1345.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Smithers to Castlegar without a car is to bus which takes 22h 36m and costs $280 - $380.

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

It takes approximately 22h 36m to get from Smithers to Castlegar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Smithers to Castlegar bus from?

Smithers to Castlegar bus services, operated by BC Bus North, depart from Smithers Mall station.

Bus or fly from Smithers to Castlegar?

The best way to get from Smithers to Castlegar is to bus which takes 22h 36m and costs $280 - $380. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $110 - $600 and takes 16h 47m.

Where does the Smithers to Castlegar bus arrive?

Smithers to Castlegar bus services, operated by BC Bus North, arrive at Prince George, BC station.

Can I drive from Smithers to Castlegar?

Yes, the driving distance between Smithers to Castlegar is 1346 km. It takes approximately 16h 23m to drive from Smithers to Castlegar.

Where can I stay near Castlegar?

There are 13+ hotels available in Castlegar.

Smithers to Castlegar - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Smithers to Castlegar by bus, car, plane, or train

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 Smithers Mall to Prince George, BC
2. Take the bus from Prince George, BC - Terry Fox Statue to Kamloops, BC - Sahali Mall
3. Take the bus from Kamloops, BC - Sahali Mall to Kelowna, BC - Downtown 516 Lawrence Ave
4. Take the bus from Kelowna, BC to Castlegar, BC
22h 36m
$283–373
Fly
cheapest
1. Fly from Smithers Airport (YYD) to Castlegar Airport (YCG)YYD - YCG
16h 47m
$110–573
Drive 1,345.8 km
1. Drive from Smithers to Castlegar1,345.8 km
16h 23m
$263–379
Bus via Hope
1. Take the bus from Smithers Mall to Prince George, BC
2. Take the bus from Prince George, BC - Terry Fox Statue to Kamloops, BC - Sahali Mall
3. Take the bus from Kamloops, BC to Hope, BC
4. Take the bus from Hope, BC - 919 Water Avenue to Castlegar, BC - 692 18th St
23h 50m
$302–413
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Smithers to Vanderhoof
2. Take the bus from Burrard Vanderhoof Co-op to Downtown Exch Bay B161
3. Take the bus from Prince George, BC - Terry Fox Statue to Kamloops, BC - Sahali Mall
4. Take the bus from Kamloops, BC - Sahali Mall to Kelowna, BC - Downtown 516 Lawrence Ave
5. Take the bus from Kelowna, BC to Castlegar, BC
24h 19m
$264–449

Smithers to Castlegar by bus

2Weekly Buses

23h 50mAverage Duration

$302Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Smithers to Castlegar.

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Distance: 1,376.5 km
Duration: 22h 36m

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

You can take a bus from Smithers Mall to Columbia Ave at Selkirk Ave via Prince George, BC, Prince George, BC - Terry Fox Statue, Kamloops, BC - Sahali Mall, Kelowna, BC - Downtown 516 Lawrence Ave, Kelowna, BC, Castlegar, BC, and Castlegar Community Complex in around 22h 36m. Alternatively, Air Canada flies from Smithers Airport (YYD) to Castlegar Airport (YCG) twice daily.

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