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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
$53
Average price
$54
Fastest journey
3 h 35 m
Average duration
3 h 53 m
Buses per day
9
Distance
192 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Seattle, 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 Seattle, WA to Vancouver, BC will cost around $54 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $53.
Of the 9 buses that leave Seattle, WA for Vancouver, BC on Wed, Jul 08, 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jul 08 the direct buses cover the 192 km distance in an average of 3 h 53 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 35 m .
On Wed, Jul 08 the slowest buses will take 4 h 5 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.
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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Seattle, WA to Vancouver, BC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $33. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $33, and a flight costs an average of $116.
Distance: 119 miles (192 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$57 Average price Cheapest | $79 Average price | $402 Average price |
4h 18m Average total duration 3h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 22m Average total duration 3h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Seattle, WA to Vancouver, BC:
A bus is $22 (€18) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Seattle, WA to Vancouver, BC costing on average $79 (€65).
A bus is $345 (€284) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Seattle, WA to Vancouver, BC costing on average $402 (€331).
Other travel options to Vancouver, BC take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 48m.
Train takes on average 3h 52m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 11:05AM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:25AM | Arrival Time 02:35PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 05:05PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:25PM | Arrival Time 05:05PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:25PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:25PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:55PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 11:35PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:45PM | Arrival Time 12:05AM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:45PM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:25PM | Arrival Time 12:05AM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 12:05AM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $51 |
The table below shows live departures for Seattle, WA to Vancouver, BC buses for today, Tuesday, July 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 5:00 PM Seattle, S Royal Brougham Way / 6th Avenue South (Bus Station) | 4h00 | 9:00 PM Vancouver, Station St (Pacific Central Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:25 PM Seattle, Northeast Campus Parkway / 12th Avenue NE (University of Washington), WA | 3h35 | 9:00 PM Vancouver, Station St (Pacific Central Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:45 PM Seattle, S Royal Brougham Way / 6th Avenue South (Bus Station) | 4h35 | 12:20 AM Vancouver, Station St (Pacific Central Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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![]() | 7:00 AM Seattle, S Royal Brougham Way / 6th Avenue South (Bus Station) | 4h05 | 11:05 AM Vancouver, Station St (Pacific Central Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:25 AM Seattle, S Royal Brougham Way / 6th Avenue South (Bus Station) | 4h10 | 2:35 PM Vancouver, Station St (Pacific Central Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:00 PM Seattle, S Royal Brougham Way / 6th Avenue South (Bus Station) | 4h05 | 5:05 PM Vancouver, Station St (Pacific Central Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:25 PM Seattle, Northeast Campus Parkway / 12th Avenue NE (University of Washington), WA | 3h40 | 5:05 PM Vancouver, Station St (Pacific Central Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:00 PM Seattle, S Royal Brougham Way / 6th Avenue South (Bus Station) | 4h30 | 7:30 PM Vancouver, Station St (Pacific Central Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:25 PM Seattle, Northeast Campus Parkway / 12th Avenue NE (University of Washington), WA | 4h05 | 7:30 PM Vancouver, Station St (Pacific Central Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Seattle, WA to Vancouver, BC run on average 12 times per day, taking around 3h 48m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $33 (€27) if you book in advance.
There are 12 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:30, the last at 21:00. The fastest bus covers the 119 miles (192 km) distance in 3h 15m.
Distance 119 miles (192 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $33 (€27) |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 12 |
Fastest bus 3h 15m |
First bus 5:30 AM |
Last bus 9:00 PM |
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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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Established Indigenous restaurant highlighting First Nations ingredients, bannock, salmon, and game in a welcoming, culturally rooted setting.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Seattle, WA 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.

Most Seattle, WA to Vancouver, BC buses use the Seattle, S Royal Brougham Way / 6th Avenue South (Bus Station) to Vancouver, Station St (Pacific Central Station) station pair, with some services arriving at Vancouver. Use this guide to compare Seattle, WA and Vancouver, BC bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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