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Museum of Anthropology at UBC
A leading museum of world arts and cultures, especially renowned for Northwest Coast Indigenous art, totem poles, and architecture by Arthur Erickson.
Cheapest price
$335
Average price
$335
Fastest journey
1 d 7 h 55 m
Average duration
1 d 7 h 55 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
1728 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Pasadena, 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 Pasadena, CA to Vancouver, BC will cost around $335 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $335.
Of the 1 buses that leave Pasadena, CA for Vancouver, BC on Fri, Jul 10, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jul 10 the direct buses cover the 1728 km distance in an average of 1 d 7 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 d 7 h 55 m .
On Fri, Jul 10 the slowest buses will take 1 d 7 h 55 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Pasadena, CA to Vancouver, BC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $335. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $335, and a bus costs an average of $335.
Distance: 1073 miles (1728 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$335 Average price | $335 Average price Cheapest | $324 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
32h 25m Average total duration 31h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 7m Average total duration Fastest 3h 7m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 19h 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Pasadena, CA to Vancouver, BC:
A flight is $0.01 (€0.01) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Pasadena, CA to Vancouver, BC costing on average $335 (€275).
Other travel options to Vancouver, BC take longer:
Bus takes on average 31h 55m.
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| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:05PM | Arrival Time 03:00AM | Duration 31h55 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $335 |
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Buses from Pasadena, CA to Vancouver, BC run on average 1 times per day, taking around 31h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $335 (€275) but you can travel from only $335 (€275) by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 19:05, the last at 19:05. The fastest bus covers the 1073 miles (1728 km) distance in 31h 55m.
Distance 1073 miles (1728 km) |
Average bus duration 31h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $335 (€275) |
Buses per day 1 |
Fastest bus 31h 55m |
First bus 7:05 PM |
Last bus 7:05 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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A leading museum of world arts and cultures, especially renowned for Northwest Coast Indigenous art, totem poles, and architecture by Arthur Erickson.
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Tip 15-20% at restaurants and for delivery. Tip bartenders CAD 1-2 per drink or 15-20%. Round up taxis or tip about 10%. Hotel staff tips are appreciated but optional.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Pasadena, CA to Vancouver, BC by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Vancouver, BC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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