The cheapest and fastest buses from Vancouver, WA to Tacoma, WA
Cheapest price
$38
Average price
$39
Fastest journey
2 h 40 m
Average duration
2 h 43 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
180 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Vancouver, WA to Tacoma, WA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vancouver, WA to Tacoma, WA will cost around $39 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $38.
Of the 2 buses that leave Vancouver, WA for Tacoma, WA on Thu, Dec 04, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Dec 04 the direct buses cover the 180 km distance in an average of 2 h 43 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 40 m .
On Thu, Dec 04 the slowest buses will take 2 h 45 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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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Vancouver, WA to Tacoma, WA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €20, and a flight costs an average of €69.
Distance: 111 miles (180 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
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€25 Average price | €22 Average price Cheapest | €141 Average price |
3h 0m Average total duration 2h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 47m Average total duration 2h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Vancouver, WA to Tacoma, WA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:35AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $38 |
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Vancouver, WA to Tacoma, WA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Vancouver, WA to Tacoma, WA buses for today, Wednesday, December 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 5:35 PM Portland, NW Station Way (Station Place Parking Garage), OR | 2h45 | 8:20 PM Tacoma, E G St & Puyallup Ave (Tacoma Dome Station), WA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, December 4 | |||||
FlixBus | 3:10 AM Portland, NW Station Way (Station Place Parking Garage), OR | 2h40 | 5:50 AM Tacoma, E G St & Puyallup Ave (Tacoma Dome Station), WA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Vancouver, WA to Tacoma, WA
Buses from Vancouver, WA to Tacoma, WA run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $25 (€20) but you can travel from only $25 (€20) by train.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 07:00, the last at 21:55. The fastest bus covers the 111 miles (180 km) distance in 2h 40m.
Distance 111 miles (180 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 (€20) |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 2h 40m |
First bus 07:00 |
Last bus 21:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Vancouver, WA to Tacoma, WAYou can travel by bus between Vancouver, WA to Tacoma, WA with FlixBus for as low as $25 (€20). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Vancouver, WA to Tacoma, WA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vancouver, WA to Tacoma, WA 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 Tacoma, WA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.
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