Kamloops to Kelowna: Road Trip Guide & Distance

64.9 miles 104.5 km · straight line
131.5 miles actual route 211.6 km · driving distance
2h 32min estimated drive time
CAD 21 - CAD 26 estimated fuel cost
~38min flight time · usually no direct flights
146° SE bearing direction

How far is Kamloops from Kelowna?

The distance from Kamloops to Kelowna is 64.9 miles (104.5 km) as the crow flies. Kelowna is located SE of Kamloops. By car, the driving distance is approximately 131.5 miles, taking about 2h 32min. A direct flight would take roughly 38min. Both are located in Canada.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Kamloops and Kelowna. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Kamloops to Kelowna

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 32min CAD 21 - CAD 26 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 2min $11–$20* Budget
Train ~2h 24min $16–$46* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Kamloops & Kelowna

Quick Facts

Kamloops
50.67°N, 120.32°W
America/Vancouver
414m elevation
Kelowna
49.89°N, 119.50°W
America/Vancouver
344m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 22 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 5 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 383.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM