Vancouver to Kamloops by bus
Kamloops lies 255 km (158 mi) north-east of Vancouver, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 4 h 49 min including stops, over roughly 311 km (193 mi) of road.
| Vancouver | Kamloops | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Canada | Canada |
| Population | 662,248 | 104,460 |
| Elevation | 70 m (230 ft) | 414 m (1,358 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-7 (America/Vancouver) | UTC-7 (America/Vancouver) |
Where to book buses from Vancouver to Kamloops
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Staying in Kamloops
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Common questions
How far is Kamloops from Vancouver?
255 km (158 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Vancouver; by road roughly 311 km (193 mi).
How long does it take to get from Vancouver to Kamloops by bus?
About 4 h 49 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Vancouver and Kamloops?
No, both are on America/Vancouver at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.