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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
€212
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€212
Fastest journey on Sep 19
3 d 3 h
Average journey duration on Sep 19
3 d 3 h
Buses on Sep 19
1
Distance
3792 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Washington, DC 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 Washington, DC to Vancouver, BC will cost around €212 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €212.
It's difficult to get from Washington, DC to Vancouver, BC without transferring at least 4 times.
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· · Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Washington, DC to Vancouver, BC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the flight, with an average ticket price of €555 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 9h 27m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of €555, while a train costs an average of €616.
Distance: 2356 miles (3792 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€555 Average price Cheapest | €616 Average price | €597 Average price (fuel + tolls) | |
9h 27m Average total duration Fastest 7h 27m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 68h 42m Average total duration 68h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 44h 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) | |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Washington, DC to Vancouver, BC:
A flight is €60 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Washington, DC to Vancouver, BC costing on average €616.
Other travel options to Vancouver, BC take longer:
Train takes on average 68h 12m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:05AM | Arrival Time 12:05AM | Duration 75h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €207 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:45PM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 102h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €344 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 12:05AM | Duration 75h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price €196 |
The table below shows live departures for Washington, DC 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+ · | 11:30 PM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 75h35 | 12:05 AM Vancouver, Station St (Pacific Central Station) | 5 transfers | |
| Saturday, September 19 | |||||
FlixBus+ · · | 12:05 AM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 75h00 | 12:05 AM Vancouver, Station St (Pacific Central Station) | 4 transfers | |
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Take a bus from Washington, DC to Vancouver, BC and enjoy the approximately 2356 miles (3792 km) long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest bus runs at 05:30, the last at 18:00.
Distance 2356 miles (3792 km) |
First bus 5:30 AM |
Last bus 6:00 PM |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 6 days |
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Most Washington, DC to Vancouver, BC buses use the Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station to Vancouver, Station St (Pacific Central Station) station pair. Use this guide to compare Washington, DC and Vancouver, BC bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station is 2 km from Washington city centre. Public transport options include:
Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: McDonald's (in the station), Shake Shack (in the station)
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and food court.
Ticket office support is available at Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station.
Available at Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station: Elevators, ramps.
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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