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Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Calgary to Vancouver. Traveling by bus from Calgary to Vancouver usually takes around 13 hours and 46 minutes, but the fastest Rider Express bus can make the trip in 13 hours and 35 minutes.
Distance | 418 mi (673 km) |
Shortest duration | 13h 35m |
Cheapest price | NOK 1,286.84 |
Trips per day | 2 |
Most frequent service | Rider Express |
Bus lines | 1 |
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Overall score for buses from Calgary to Vancouver
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How much is a bus ticket from Calgary to Vancouver?
NOK 1,292.44 is the average price of a bus ticket from Calgary to Vancouver. Bus tickets on this route can be more expensive due to the length of the trip. However, taking the bus can still be a good alternative to flying. It’s easy to find a bus ticket at this price or lower when you use Wanderu to book your trip online in advance of your travel date.
Average prices by travel date
Bus tickets from Calgary to Vancouver are expected to cost between NOK 1,779 and NOK 1,779 over the next four weeks. If you're planning a trip to Vancouver within the next week, you can find the cheapest bus tickets starting from NOK 1,779. Don't wait too long to book your ticket, as prices tend to rise as the travel date approaches.
Monthly average prices
Prices as travel date approaches
To save money on bus tickets, buy them as early as possible. Bus carriers usually charge higher ticket prices the closer you book to the date of travel. Book your ticket at least 25 days in advance to save up to NOK 11.31.
What bus companies travel from Calgary to Vancouver?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Calgary to Vancouver. Rider Express is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.
Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
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Rider Express | 2 | 13h 47m | NOK 1,303.21 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 13 hours and 46 minutes to cover the 673 kilometers from Calgary to Vancouver. However, the fastest bus only takes 13 hours and 35 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Thursday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Thursday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Sunday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded buses to Vancouver, book your ticket for the last day of the week.
The first bus leaves at 7:00am and the last bus leaves at 8:00am. To see the times for all buses from Calgary to Vancouver, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Calgary
Originally an outpost for the mounted police, Calgary has recently transformed into a commercial powerhouse and a top-tier destination for visitors of Canada. That said, the city’s rural traces are still quite prominent, making it a great spot for everyone. One of the most iconic destinations in the city is the WinSport Canada Olympic Park, which is a tribute to the 1988 Winter Olympics. Interested travelers could take up ski lessons here, or they can simply stroll around Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame, which houses the largest collection in the competition’s history. Another great destination you should check out is the Glenbow Museum, which features amazing collections on the First Nations as well as military memorabilia. If you simply want to stroll around and enjoy a good view, Prince's Island Park, with tree-lined trails, will also be a great choice.
Its nickname Cowtown is true: Alberta beef is the staple local specialty. If you are looking for a bite of this amazing delicacy, head over to Silver Inn Restaurant. Another great local favorite is cheese buns from Glamorgan Bakery, which sells out quite quickly.
The main bus station in Calgary is the Downtown Greyhound Station located at 850 16 St SW. It is served by several leading bus carriers, including Greyhound, Cold Shot, Ebus, Rider Express and Red Arrow. The city currently does not have a dedicated intercity rail service. The city’s main airport is the Calgary International Airport, which is located northeast of the city itself.
Vancouver
Vancouver is a trendy diverse city in British Columbia, known for its eclectic shopping, fresh seafood, and unique scenic setting between snow-capped mountains and urban beaches. Vancouver is sometimes called "Hollywood North" due to the amount of movies and TV shows filmed in the area. If you're lucky, you may even stumble upon a movie set as you're walking around town!
If you're looking for the best restaurants, shops and nightlife, cobblestoned Gastown is the perfect neighborhood to explore. Biking around the gorgeous Stanley Park in downtown Vancouver is rivaled only by hiking and skiing on nearby Grouse Mountain, which offers stunning views of the city on clear days.
Vancouver International Airport is conveniently close to downtown, and also one of the biggest gateways for international travel on the West Coast of North America. From Vancouver, it's easy to travel into the U.S. to Seattle by bus or train, or to other B.C. destinations like Kamloops and Kelowna to experience more of the province's natural beauty.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Calgary?
Main departure station: Westbrook Mall between exits 5-6
Calgary has two bus stations with service to Vancouver.
All bus stations in Calgary:
Westbrook Mall between exits 5-6
Calgary - Marlborough Mall
Where does the bus arrive in Vancouver?
Main arrival station: Pacific Central Station - Rider Express Booth
All buses from Calgary arrive at one main station in Vancouver.
Bus stations in Vancouver:
Pacific Central Station - Rider Express Booth
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