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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 15
$12
Average ticket price on Sep 15
$16
Fastest journey on Sep 15
2 h 50 m
Average journey duration on Sep 15
8 h 32 m
Buses on Sep 15
3
Distance
109 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Mount Vernon, WA 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 Mount Vernon, WA to Vancouver, BC will cost around $16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $12.
It's difficult to get from Mount Vernon, WA to Vancouver, BC without transferring at least once.






Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Mount Vernon, WA to Vancouver, BC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $29 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 56m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $29, while a train costs an average of $52.
Distance: 67 miles (109 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$29 Average price Cheapest | $52 Average price | $22 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 19m Average total duration 2h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 56m Average total duration Fastest 2h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Mount Vernon, WA to Vancouver, BC:
A bus is $23 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Mount Vernon, WA to Vancouver, BC costing on average $52.
Other travel options to Vancouver, BC take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 49m.
Tickets start at around $29 compared to roughly $22 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-7.44. The journey takes 2h 49m versus 1h 31m 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Whatcom Transportation Authority | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Whatcom Transportation Authority | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 19h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:50PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:40PM | Arrival Time 11:35PM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $27 |
The table below shows live departures for Mount Vernon, WA to Vancouver, BC buses for today, Monday, September 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:40 PM Mt Vernon, Skagit Station | 2h55 | 11:35 PM Vancouver, Station St (Pacific Central Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, September 15 | |||||
![]() | 7:45 AM Mount Vernon, WA | 3h45 | 11:30 AM Vancouver, BC | 2 transfers | |
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Buses from Mount Vernon, WA to Vancouver, BC run on average 1 times per day, taking around 2h 49m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $17 if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:30, the last at 18:00. The fastest bus covers the 67 miles (109 km) distance in 2h 26m.
Distance 67 miles (109 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price $17 |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 2h 26m |
First bus 5:30 AM |
Last bus 6:00 PM |
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Most Mount Vernon, WA to Vancouver, BC buses use the Mt Vernon, Skagit Station to Vancouver, Station St (Pacific Central Station) station pair. Use this guide to compare Mount Vernon, WA and Vancouver, BC bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Mt Vernon, Skagit Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Mt Vernon, Skagit Station. ATMs are available at Mt Vernon, Skagit Station.
Ticket office support is available at Mt Vernon, Skagit Station.
Available at Mt Vernon, Skagit Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Mt Vernon, Skagit Station: Station is equipped with ramps for wheelchair access.
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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