Is there a train to Kamloops?

VIA Rail does not operate a direct passenger line from Saskatoon to Kamloops.

How long is the drive?

The drive takes approximately 15 hours of pure driving time.

There are no tolls on the Trans-Canada Highway route.

What is the best route?

The most common route is via Highway 16 and Highway 1.

No, all flights from Saskatoon to Kamloops require at least one connection.

Warman

Kamloops

Flight Driving

Warman to Kamloops

Updated: 30 May 2026

The journey from Warman to Kamloops spans approximately 1,250 kilometers across the Canadian Prairies and the Rocky Mountains. Most travelers drive south to Saskatoon to access Highway 16 and eventually the Trans-Canada Highway 1. Driving takes roughly 14 to 16 hours depending on mountain pass conditions. Alternatively, flying from Saskatoon John G. Diefenbaker International Airport to Kamloops Airport involves a connection in Vancouver or Calgary. This route transitions from flat agricultural plains to the dramatic elevation changes of the interior plateau of British Columbia.

Total Distance: 1,250 km driving distance; 980 km straight-line air distance.

Fastest Way

Flying from Saskatoon (YXE) is the fastest, taking 6 hours total.

Cheapest Way

Driving is the most cost-effective for groups of two or more.

Compare Warman to Kamloops Routes

	Flight Connecting	Driving Direct
Duration	6 hours	15 hours
Avg Price	$450-$800	$250-$400 in fuel
Operator	Air Canada	Personal Vehicle
Route	YXE to YVR/YYC to YKA.	Highway 11 to Saskatoon, Highway 16 to Alberta, Highway 1 to Kamloops.
Tip	Book early to avoid high prices on regional legs.	Check DriveBC for real-time updates on Rogers Pass closures.

Travel Tips

Mountain Driving
Ensure your vehicle has winter tires if traveling between October and April.
Fuel Stops
Fill up in major centers like Medicine Hat or Calgary to avoid high mountain gas prices.
Time Zones
Remember that you will cross from Central Standard Time into Pacific Time.
Emergency Kit
Carry a winter survival kit including blankets and non-perishable food.
Accommodation
Book hotels in Revelstoke or Golden if you need to break up the drive.

Safety Tips

Wildlife
Watch for deer and elk on the highway, especially during dawn and dusk.
Weather
Check weather forecasts for the Coquihalla and Rogers Pass before departing.
Fatigue
Take breaks every three hours to prevent driver fatigue on long stretches.
Cell Service
Expect intermittent cell service in remote mountain sections of the route.