In Valemount, you’re enveloped by the majestic mountain ranges of British Columbia—Mount Robson, the Cariboos, and the Monashees. Here, you truly experience what it means to be in the middle of everywhere.
Plan your Adventure
Getting to Valemount
Valemount is nestled in the North Thompson Valley, at the northern edge of the Rocky Mountain Trench in BC’s Thompson-Okanagan Region. With options to drive scenic highways, fly over mountain vistas, or relax on a train, travelling to Valemount is an adventure in itself.
No matter how you arrive, you’ll find yourself in the heart of British Columbia’s wilderness, surrounded by nature’s beauty at every turn.
DRIVE
Jasper 1.5 hrs | 120 km (75 mi)
Prince George 3 hrs | 290 km (180 mi)
Kamloops 3.5 hrs | 322 km (200 mi)
Edmonton 5 hrs | 375 km (233 mi)
Calgary 7.5 hrs | 410 km (255 mi)
Vancouver 7 hrs | 710 km (440 mi)
Download the Drive BC app or check drivebc.ca for current road conditions, reports, and travel tips.
FLY
The Valemount Airport is equipped to handle small jets and helicopter transfers for those who prefer to fly.
The nearest commercial airports are in Prince George, located 295 km (183 mi) away, and Kamloops, 322 km (200 mi) to the south.
BUS
When travelling to Valemount, BC Bus North provides a convenient and budget-friendly option. With comprehensive schedules and affordable fares, you can enjoy a comfortable ride on one of their four routes that connect 29 communities throughout Northern BC.
Grab some snacks, a neck pillow, and a good book for the journey—BC Bus North makes getting to Valemount straightforward and stress-free.
TRAIN
Experience a luxurious journey aboard a VIA Rail passenger train.
While the station currently lacks a shelter for arriving and departing passengers, we encourage you to plan ahead by enjoying the nearby restaurants, hotels, or shopping.
Please note that travel times may occasionally be extended due to freight traffic.
