Kamloops travel guide

Kamloops Tourism | Kamloops Guide

You're Going to Love Kamloops

With a population of 68,714, Kamloops is a must-see destination in British Columbia, Canada. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Kamloops has to offer.

Where to Eat in Kamloops

If you’re looking for affordable options, Terra Restaurant (326 Victoria St) and Storms On The River (1502 River St) are great picks.

When to visit Kamloops

Kamloops in December
Estimated hotel price
RM 429
1 night at 3-star hotel
Kamloops in December
Estimated hotel price
RM 429
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Kamloops in July, when the average temperature is 20 °C, and the highest can go up to 28 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as -8 °C, with an average temperature of -5 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 30 mm. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Kamloops, with an average rainfall of 10 mm.

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How to Get to Kamloops

Plane

When flying to Kamloops, you’ll arrive at Kamloops (YKA), which is located 6 miles from the city centre.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the only carrier operating train routes to Kamloops. The train station in Kamloops is called Kamloops North, and is located 4 miles from the city centre.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Kamloops using Rider Express or Ebus. From Vancouver, the bus ride to Kamloops takes 280 miles and will cost you around RM 267. From Calgary, the ticket costs about RM 802 for a journey of 535 miles. Kamloops’s bus station is located 1.3 miles from the city centre.

Plane

When flying to Kamloops, you’ll arrive at Kamloops (YKA), which is located 6 miles from the city centre.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the only carrier operating train routes to Kamloops. The train station in Kamloops is called Kamloops North, and is located 4 miles from the city centre.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Kamloops using Rider Express or Ebus. From Vancouver, the bus ride to Kamloops takes 280 miles and will cost you around RM 267. From Calgary, the ticket costs about RM 802 for a journey of 535 miles. Kamloops’s bus station is located 1.3 miles from the city centre.

Airports near Kamloops

Airlines serving Kamloops

Lufthansa
Good (4,597 reviews)
KLM
Good (849 reviews)
SWISS
Good (926 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,592 reviews)
Air France
Good (972 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,919 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,481 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,699 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (910 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,496 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (487 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (774 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (458 reviews)
JAL
Excellent (954 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (815 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (986 reviews)
Air China
Good (30 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (535 reviews)
Philippine Airlines
Good (669 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (5,768 reviews)
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Where to stay in Kamloops

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Holiday Inn Express Kamloops and Rodeway Inn & Suites.

Where to stay in popular areas of Kamloops

Most booked hotels in Kamloops

Coast Kamloops Hotel & Conference Centre
3 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
RM 714+
The Plaza Hotel
3 stars
Good (6.8, Good reviews)
RM 423+
Travelodge by Wyndham Kamloops
2 stars
Good (6.7, Good reviews)
RM 347+
Riverland Inn & Suites
3 stars
Good (6.7, Good reviews)
RM 476+
Ramada by Wyndham Kamloops
3 stars
Good (6, Good reviews)
RM 517+

Hiring a car in Kamloops

Expect to pay RM 6.59 per litre in Kamloops (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between RM 79.08 and RM 105.43. Economy (Chevrolet Spark or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Kamloops, while also 52% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay RM 6.59 per litre in Kamloops (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between RM 79.08 and RM 105.43. Economy (Chevrolet Spark or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Kamloops, while also 52% cheaper than other types, on average.