What is the cheapest way to get from Smithers to Fort Nelson?

The cheapest way to get from Smithers to Fort Nelson is to bus which costs $200 - $290 and takes 19h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Smithers to Fort Nelson?

The fastest way to get from Smithers to Fort Nelson is to bus and fly which takes 7h 27m and costs $470 - $900.

Is there a direct bus between Smithers and Fort Nelson?

No, there is no direct bus from Smithers to Fort Nelson. However, there are services departing from Smithers Mall and arriving at Fort Nelson via Prince George and Fort St. John. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 30m.

How far is it from Smithers to Fort Nelson?

The distance between Smithers and Fort Nelson is 940 km. The road distance is 1144.3 km.

How do I travel from Smithers to Fort Nelson without a car?

The best way to get from Smithers to Fort Nelson without a car is to bus which takes 19h 30m and costs $200 - $290.

How long does it take to get from Smithers to Fort Nelson?

It takes approximately 7h 27m to get from Smithers to Fort Nelson, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Smithers to Fort Nelson bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Smithers to Fort Nelson?

The best way to get from Smithers to Fort Nelson is to bus which takes 19h 30m and costs $200 - $290. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $170 - $700 and takes 17h 11m.

Where does the Smithers to Fort Nelson bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Smithers and Fort Nelson?

Fort Nelson is 1h ahead of Smithers. It is currently 2:45 PM in Smithers and 3:45 PM in Fort Nelson.

Can I drive from Smithers to Fort Nelson?

Yes, the driving distance between Smithers to Fort Nelson is 1144 km. It takes approximately 15h 22m to drive from Smithers to Fort Nelson.

Where can I stay near Fort Nelson?

There are 10+ hotels available in Fort Nelson.

Smithers to Fort Nelson - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Smithers to Fort Nelson by bus, plane, car, 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 to Prince George Airport, fly to Northern Rockies Regional Airport
best
1. Take the bus from Smithers Mall to Prince George: Westgate Mallbus
2. Fly from Prince George Airport (YXS) to Northern Rockies Regional Airport (YYE)plane YXS - YYE
7h 27m
$474–865
Fly Smithers Airport to Northern Rockies Regional Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from Smithers Airport (YYD) to Northern Rockies Regional Airport (YYE)plane YYD - YYE
17h 11m
$170–698
Bus
1. Take the bus from Smithers Mall to Prince George, BCbus
2. Take the bus from Prince George to Fort St. Johnbus
3. Take the bus from Fort St. John to Fort Nelsonbus
19h 30m
$207–288
Drive 1,144.3 km
1. Drive from Smithers to Fort Nelsoncar 1,144.3 km
15h 22m
$224–324
Fly Smithers Airport to North Peace Regional Airport, bus
1. Fly from Smithers Airport (YYD) to North Peace Regional Airport (YXJ)plane YYD - YXJ
2. Take the bus from Fort St. John to Fort Nelsonbus
10h
$288–1,131
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Smithers to Vanderhooftrain
2. Take the bus from Burrard Vanderhoof Co-op to Downtown Exch Bay Bbus 161
3. Take the bus from Prince George to Fort St. Johnbus
4. Take the bus from Fort St. John to Fort Nelsonbus
21h 13m
$188–364

Smithers to Fort Nelson by bus

2Weekly Buses

19h 30mAverage Duration

$207Cheapest Price

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Distance: 939.7 km
Duration: 7h 27m

What companies run services between Smithers, BC, Canada and Fort Nelson, BC, Canada?

You can take a bus from Smithers Mall to Fort Nelson via Prince George, BC, Prince George, and Fort St. John in around 19h 30m. Alternatively, Air Canada and Central Mountain Air fly from Smithers Airport (YYD) to Northern Rockies Regional Airport (YYE) 4 times a week.

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