How much is the train ticket from Smithers to Prince George?

The cheapest train tickets from Smithers to Prince George start from R 782. The average price for this train route is around R 977. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Smithers to Prince George?

The average train journey time from Smithers to Prince George is 6h 5m, covering a distance of 303 km. The quickest train can get you there in 6h 5m and is operated by VIA Rail Canada .

Which train operators serve the Smithers to Prince George route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Smithers to Prince George?

The earliest train from Smithers to Prince George departs at 14:24. And the latest train departs at 14:24.

Train Smithers to Prince George from R 792 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Smithers to Prince George on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	14:24	Smithers, BC	6h 5m	20:29	VIA Rail Station	CheapestFastest
Train	14:24	Smithers, BC	6h 5m	20:29	VIA Rail Station	No tags
Train	14:24	Smithers, BC	6h 5m	20:29	VIA Rail Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 8:39 PM PST.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Smithers to Prince George

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Prince George. The journey takes about 5 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just R 765, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

5h 45mAverage duration

320 kmDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 765 - R 1 247	Average duration5h 45m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 782 - R 1 310	Average duration6h 5m	CO₂ emissions 28kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 395 - R 395	Average duration4h 15m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e

Train Companies

VIA Rail Canada

4/54 694 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.8

WiFi3.6

Based on 4694 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the cleanliness but often complained with the Wi-Fi. VIA Rail Canada ticket prices on this trip start at R 782

VIA Rail Smithers Prince George recent customer reviews

clean train, very attentive staff

Sophie M.

11 August 2025

CA train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Union Pearson Express

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Smithers to Prince George by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Smithers to Prince George?
The cheapest train tickets from Smithers to Prince George start from R 782. The average price for this train route is around R 977. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Smithers to Prince George?
The average train journey time from Smithers to Prince George is 6h 5m, covering a distance of 303 km. The quickest train can get you there in 6h 5m and is operated by VIA Rail Canada.
Which train operators serve the Smithers to Prince George route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Smithers to Prince George?
The earliest train from Smithers to Prince George departs at 14:24. And the latest train departs at 14:24.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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The cheapest trip from Smithers to Prince George was searched and found on 14 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 009

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Smithers to Prince George as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 1 009 to R 1 202 for a train ticket from Smithers to Prince George based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 009, which is on 2025-12-14.