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Journey Information
There are 36 intercity buses per day from Courtenay to Vancouver. Traveling by bus from Courtenay to Vancouver usually takes around 9 hours and 49 minutes, but the fastest VI Connector bus can make the trip in 9 hours and 5 minutes.
| Distance | 88 mi (142 km) |
| Shortest duration | 9h 5m |
| Cheapest price | $139.96 |
| Most frequent service | VI Connector |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Courtenay to Vancouver?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Courtenay to Vancouver. VI Connector connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| VI Connector | 36 | 9h 50m | $148.45 |
VI Connector offers seamless connectivity to ten cities across Vancouver Island, providing visitors with easy access to explore the area via bus. From Victoria to charming towns like Nanaimo, Duncan, and Ladysmith, VI Connector's comprehensive routes cater to scenic coastal getaways and adventurous explorations. Travelers can expect a comfortable journey on modern coaches with amenities such as air conditioning, complimentary Wi-Fi, power outlets, and convenient onboard restrooms. VI Connector ensures a pleasant and convenient travel experience for passengers navigating Vancouver Island.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 9 hours and 49 minutes to cover the 142 kilometers from Courtenay to Vancouver. However, the fastest bus only takes 9 hours and 5 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.
The first bus leaves at 9:00am and the last bus leaves at 10:00am. To see the times for all buses from Courtenay to Vancouver, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
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 Courtenay?
Main departure station: Courtenay - Driftwood Mall
Courtenay has two bus stations with service to Vancouver.
All bus stations in Courtenay:
Courtenay - Driftwood Mall
Esso Gas Station
Where does the bus arrive in Vancouver?
Main arrival station: Cambie St & 41st St- Bus Stop Bay 1
Buses arrive in Vancouver at 15 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.
Bus stations in Vancouver:
Cambie St & 41st St- Bus Stop Bay 1
Best Western Sands Hotel
Days Inn
Holiday Inn on Howe
Blue Horizon Hotel
Sutton Place Hotel
Pinnacle Vancouver Harbourfront Hotel
Cambie St & King Edward St - Bus Stop Bay 4
Cambie and 49th - Bus Stop Bay 4
Cambie and 59th Bus Stop
Georgian Court Hotel
Westin Bayshore Hotel
Fairmont Hotel
Pacific Central Station
Sandman Suites
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