The drive from Falkland to Pemberton is approximately 480 kilometers via Highway 97 and the Coquihalla Highway (Highway 5). You will travel west through the interior, crossing the mountains before descending into the Fraser Valley and reaching the coast. The journey takes about 6.5 hours under normal traffic conditions. This route is a major corridor connecting the interior of British Columbia to the Lower Mainland. Expect varied terrain, from rolling hills to high mountain passes.
Total Distance: 480 km driving distance; 380 km straight-line air distance.
The Coquihalla is a high-speed mountain highway; drive with care.
Summer for clear mountain passes and pleasant weather.