Getting Here

Wells is in the Cariboo Mountains of British Columbia.  Because it is a small, rural town, getting here can be a little more complicated than other places, but it is well worth the effort!

Quesnel is the nearest city, approximately 75km from Wells. Quesnel has the nearest airport. 

There is public transit to and from Quesnel on Thursdays.  Details on time and location are available here. The bus costs $5 each way.

There are a number of ride share board applications and we definitely encourage ride sharing both for the environment and for the friends you will make along the way.  Location references:

• 741 km from Vancouver
• 900 km from Edmonton
• 177 km from Prince George
• 75 km from Quesnel

For more information about Wells, Barkerville and Bowron Lakes area, here are a few helpful sites:

• Love Wells (Businesses in Wells, Barkerville and Bowron)
• District of Wells (Municipal site)
• Barkerville Historic Site
• Bowron Lake Provincial Park