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. Consider staying at least one whole day in Kamloops to see all of its attractions.
If you’re looking for affordable options, Terra Restaurant (326 Victoria St) and Storms On The River (1502 River St) are great picks.
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.
When flying to Kamloops, you’ll arrive at Kamloops (YKA), which is located 6 miles from the city centre.
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.
Another option to get to Kamloops is to pick up a car hire from Vancouver, which is about 157 miles from Kamloops. You’ll find branches of Thrifty and Avis, among others, in Vancouver.
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Kamloops, including Rider Express, Ebus and Bus. From Abbotsford, the bus ride to Kamloops takes 210 miles and will cost you around $70. From Vancouver, the ticket costs about $110 for a journey of 290 miles. Kamloops’s bus station is located 1.3 miles from the city centre.
If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Holiday Inn Express Kamloops and Rodeway Inn & Suites.
Hiring a car in Kamloops costs $135 per day, on average.
Expect to pay $2.12 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 $25.35 and $33.79. The most frequently booked car type in Kamloops is Standard (Ford Edge or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Toyota C-HR or similar) is, on average, 53% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.