Highway 1 - Kamloops to Alberta - Travel Delays
Last updated on November 19, 2024The Trans-Canada Highway 1 is the primary east-west connection through British Columbia. The Four-Laning Program is underway and may create travel delays throughout the corridor. Find out why this is still your most efficient route from Kamloops to Alberta and what to expect during construction.
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Notice of Closures
Jumping Creek
Closures and traffic holds in effect daily through end of November 2024
- Daily 2-hour closure (6:00 am to 8:00 am)
- Daily 30-minute stoppages (8:00 a.m. to 6 p.m.)
- We recommend considering a refreshing stop in Golden or Revelstoke
Bruhn Bridge
- A detailed schedule is available on the RW Bruhn Bridge page
Selkirk​
- Construction begins November 18, 2024
- Expect occasional 5-10 minute delays
Ford to Tappen
- Daily 20 min closure (at approx. 1 p.m.)
- Daily 30 min closure (at approx. 7 p.m.)
- Expect random minor delays (up to 5 min)
Please allow for these delays in your travel schedule.
For the latest information, please visit DriveBC
​ Anticipated construction delays
Expect travel delays as we continue to upgrade the Trans-Canada Highway to a modern four-lane standard.
Plan travel in advance and be mindful of construction activities. Please continue to check DriveBC.ca and this website for more detailed and up-to-date information.
We would like to thank the public in advance for their patience as we work to improve the safety, reliability and capacity of the highway.
| Location | Unrestricted traffic flow travel time | Expect delays up to: |
|---|---|---|
| Kamloops to Salmon Arm | 65 min | 20 to 30 min |
| Salmon Arm to Revelstoke | 70 min | 5 to 10 min |
| Revelstoke to Golden | 110 min | 10 to 20 min |
| Golden to Alberta Border | 157 min | 15 to 30 min |
| Cumulative Delays for Entire Route from Kamloops to Alberta Border | 402 min (6 hours 42 min) | 50 to 90 min |
Overall travel advice
Obey the Cone Zone
There will be enhanced enforcement around cone zones for the duration of the construction. Plan for delays. Slow down. Keep your cool.
Check DriveBC for current highway conditions and follow @DriveBC on Twitter.
Driving tips
Learn more about B.C.'s Trans-Canada Highway 1 on TranBC
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- BC Road Trip Time Machine: Lytton to Revelstoke, circa 1966
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- Search TranBC for Trans-Canada Highway
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Contact information
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