Cheap bus tickets from Winnipeg to Kamloops
Find and compare the best ground travel options in one place.
Millions of travelers trust Wanderu every year to get:
Lowest Prices
We find the cheapest bus & train tickets, so you can wander for less.
Best Travel Options
We partner with 500+ carriers to bring you the most bus & train options.
Quick & Easy Booking
Book trips quickly with a simple, hassle-free checkout – online & on our app.
Fast Customer Support
We don’t monkey around. We respond within minutes to help you out.
See what travelers are saying about Wanderu:
Winnipeg to Kamloops Bus Schedule
Bus from Winnipeg to Kamloops: Journey Information
There is one daily bus from Winnipeg to Kamloops. Traveling by bus from Winnipeg to Kamloops usually takes around 32 hours and 35 minutes, but the fastest Rider Express bus can make the trip in 31 hours and 40 minutes.
| Distance | 1021 mi (1643 km) |
| Shortest duration | 31h 40m |
| Cheapest price | $277.13 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Rider Express |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Winnipeg to Kamloops?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Winnipeg to Kamloops. Rider Express is the only company that has bus schedules available to search and book at the moment. It only makes the trip once a day on most days.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rider Express | 1 | 1d 8h 36m | $300.00 |
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Winnipeg to Kamloops
The bus takes an average of 32 hours and 35 minutes to cover the 1021 miles from Winnipeg to Kamloops. However, the fastest bus only takes 31 hours and 40 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
There is usually only one bus per day from Winnipeg to Kamloops. It leaves the station in Winnipeg at 11:00pm each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.
There is usually only one bus per day from Winnipeg to Kamloops. Fortunately, this happens to be a direct bus, meaning that you do not have to get on a different bus at any point during your trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Winnipeg to Kamloops; ticket prices start at $317.42.
City Information
Winnipeg
Image credit: Unsplash
Winnipeg is the capital of Canada's province of Manitoba, located at the confluence of the Red and Assiniboine Rivers. Art and culture are central to Winnipeg's identity, best experienced at sights including the Canadian Museum for Human Rights, The Forks National Historic Site, and the Winnipeg Art Gallery. If you visit between January and March, you may even luck out and see the Northern Lights in Winnipeg's night sky.
Winnipeg is home to a host of memorable outdoor activities, such as soaking in a Nordic Spa, hiking to Hansel & Gretel's "Witch Hut" in Kildonan Park, and skiing at Arctic Glacier Winter Park.
Union Station is Winnipeg's main train station, where cross-country VIA Rail trains depart along the Great Western Way to Vancouver or Toronto, and regional VIA Rail trains head north to Churchill. Winnipeg also connects to several Ontario Northland intercity bus routes. The Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International is the city's airport, which used to be a major stop for Greyhound Canada lines before they discontinued their service in the country.
Kamloops
Kamloops is an exciting, family-friendly city set against a backdrop of jaw-dropping natural beauty in the mountains of British Columbia. A temperate climate, rugged hills, and translucent bodies of water provide the perfect setting for such outdoor activities as mountain biking, hiking, boating, fishing, or simply relaxing on one of the many beaches that line the South Thompson River. Visitors can step back in time at the Secwepemc Museum & Heritage Park, which features the remains of a 2,000-year-old indigenous village, or view stunning landscapes that have remained unchanged for millennia at one of Kamloops' provincial parks. The British Columbia Wildlife Park to the east of the city is home to 65 different animal species, including cougars and bears.
The city boasts four first-rate wineries that offer tours and tastings within beautiful green spaces. Kamloops also features an eclectic food scene comprising luxury restaurants, health-conscious eateries, hearty pub meals, and several mobile food trucks.
Kamloops has a vast network of transport links that allow visitors to travel efficiently. VIA Rail service runs from the central train station while buses take advantage of scenic mountain routes to carry passengers throughout the region.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Winnipeg?
Main departure station: Winnipeg East - 2 Alpine Ave
Most buses depart from the main station in Winnipeg.
All bus stations in Winnipeg:
Winnipeg East - 2 Alpine Ave
Where does the bus arrive in Kamloops?
Main arrival station: Esso Gas Station
All buses from Winnipeg arrive at one main station in Kamloops.
All bus stations in Kamloops:
Esso Gas Station
Get around town with Moovit
Need a return trip from Kamloops to Winnipeg?
Search Bus Tickets
Wanderu is the simplest way to book bus and train travel.
With just a quick search on Wanderu, you can compare bus and train schedules and prices from hundreds of travel companies in one convenient place to find the trip that works best for you. Wanderu’s simple checkout process makes it easy to book cheap bus and train tickets hassle-free. Most importantly, as Wanderu is an official partner of all leading bus and train companies, we always have the best bus and train deals out there.