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Museum of Anthropology at UBC
A leading anthropology museum with Indigenous masterworks and Pacific collections, set in a dramatic Arthur Erickson building at UBC.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
kr1162
Average ticket price on Sep 19
kr1214
Fastest journey on Sep 19
1 d 7 h 25 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
1 d 12 h 26 m
Buses on Sep 19
4
Distance
1737 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Los Angeles, CA to Vancouver, BC is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Los Angeles, CA to Vancouver, BC will cost around kr1214 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only kr1162.
It's difficult to get from Los Angeles, CA to Vancouver, BC without transferring at least 2 times.
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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Los Angeles, CA to Vancouver, BC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of kr1935 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 47m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of kr1935, while a flight costs an average of kr4517.
Distance: 1079 miles (1737 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
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kr1935 Average price Cheapest | kr4517 Average price | kr2138 Average price (fuel + tolls) | |
31h 19m Average total duration 30h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 47m Average total duration Fastest 4h 47m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 19h 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) | |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Los Angeles, CA to Vancouver, BC:
A bus is kr2582 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Los Angeles, CA to Vancouver, BC costing on average kr4517.
Other travel options to Vancouver, BC take longer:
Bus takes on average 30h 49m.
Tickets start at around kr1935 compared to roughly kr2138 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about kr203. The journey takes 30h 49m versus 19h 49m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:25AM | Arrival Time 05:05PM | Duration 39h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price kr947 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:40AM | Arrival Time 05:05PM | Duration 39h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price kr911 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 05:05PM | Duration 31h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price kr943 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:05PM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 31h55 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price kr1912 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:05PM | Arrival Time 03:00AM | Duration 31h55 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price kr3175 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 11:05AM | Duration 35h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price kr911 |
The table below shows live departures for Los Angeles, CA to Vancouver, BC buses for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus+ · + FlixBus | 1:25 AM Los Angeles, Exposition Blvd / South Sepulveda Blvd, CA | 39h40 | 5:05 PM Vancouver, Station St (Pacific Central Station) | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus+ · + FlixBus | 1:40 AM Los Angeles, Gayley / Strathmore, CA | 39h25 | 5:05 PM Vancouver, Station St (Pacific Central Station) | 3 transfers | |
· + FlixBus | 9:40 AM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 31h25 | 5:05 PM Vancouver, Station St (Pacific Central Station) | 2 transfers | |
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Buses from Los Angeles, CA to Vancouver, BC run on average 1 times per day, taking around 30h 49m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at kr871 but you can travel from only kr449 by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 1079 miles (1737 km) distance in 30h 5m.
Distance 1079 miles (1737 km) |
Average bus duration 30h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price kr871 |
Buses per day 1 |
Fastest bus 30h 5m |
First bus 12:25 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Best time to book 84 days |
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Most Los Angeles, CA to Vancouver, BC buses use the Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station) to Vancouver, Station St (Pacific Central Station) station pair. Use this guide to compare Los Angeles, CA and Vancouver, BC bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station) is 1 km from Los Angeles city centre. Public transport options include:
Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Food court and various dining options available.
Wi-Fi available in main waiting areas. ATMs are aTMs available near main concourse.
Ticket office support is available at Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station).
Available at Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station): Station fully accessible with elevators and ramps.
Los Angeles, Gayley / Strathmore is 19 km from Los Angeles city centre. Public transport options include:
Los Angeles, Gayley / Strathmore has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Los Angeles, Gayley / Strathmore. ATMs are available at Los Angeles, Gayley / Strathmore.
Ticket office support is available at Los Angeles, Gayley / Strathmore.
Available at Los Angeles, Gayley / Strathmore: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Los Angeles, Gayley / Strathmore: Basic accessibility features available for buses.
Vancouver, Station St (Pacific Central Station) is 3 km from Vancouver city centre. Public transport options include:
Vancouver, Station St (Pacific Central Station) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafe and vending machines available.
Free Wi-Fi available in the waiting area. ATMs are aTM located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Vancouver, Station St (Pacific Central Station).
Available at Vancouver, Station St (Pacific Central Station): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Vancouver, Station St (Pacific Central Station): Wheelchair accessible with ramps and elevators.
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