Salmon Arm to Vancouver bus
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Journey Information
There are 4 intercity buses per day from Salmon Arm to Vancouver. Traveling by bus from Salmon Arm to Vancouver usually takes around 6 hours and 41 minutes, but the fastest Rider Express bus can make the trip in 6 hours and 10 minutes.
| Distance | 197 mi (316 km) |
| Shortest duration | 6h 10m |
| Cheapest price | $95.09 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Ebus |
| Bus lines | 2 |
How much is a bus ticket from Salmon Arm to Vancouver?
$95.57 is the average price of a bus ticket from Salmon Arm to Vancouver. Any tickets cheaper than $95.57 can be considered a good deal. 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
Over the next four weeks, the average ticket price of a bus from Salmon Arm to Vancouver is expected to range from $138 to $153. If you are looking to travel to Vancouver within the next week, you can find bus tickets starting from $138. The cheapest bus tickets in the next month are $138 and can be found on May 29, 2023.
Monthly average prices
The lowest bus ticket prices on this route can usually be found in March. That’s when the average price of a bus ticket is expected to be just $112 – the lowest of the year.
Alternatively, if you plan to travel from Salmon Arm to Vancouver in June, expect to spend more on your bus trip, as the average ticket price may surge to $119 at that time of year. However, if you book your trip ahead of time, you can still score a ticket at a lower price.
What bus companies travel from Salmon Arm to Vancouver?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Salmon Arm to Vancouver that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, Ebus usually offers more choice, with 3 scheduled trips per day.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ebus | 3 | 6h 55m | $112.55 |
| Rider Express | 1 | 6h 16m | $96.05 |
ebus is a family-owned bus carrier that serves Alberta and British Columbia. ebus service offers passengers a comfortable yet budget-friendly way to travel. On your trip from Salmon Arm to Vancouver, you can expect Wi-Fi, power outlets, and onboard restrooms on the ebus coach. On ebus' 3 daily trips from Salmon Arm to Vancouver, the journey usually takes about 6 hours and 55 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
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The bus takes an average of 6 hours and 41 minutes to cover the 316 kilometers from Salmon Arm to Vancouver. However, the fastest bus only takes 6 hours and 10 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.
Tuesday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Tuesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Thursday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Thursday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 4:00am and the last bus leaves at 2:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Salmon Arm 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 Salmon Arm?
Main departure station: Centenoka Park Mall - NW Parking Lot
Salmon Arm has two bus stations with service to Vancouver.
All bus stations in Salmon Arm:
Centenoka Park Mall - NW Parking Lot
Westgate Public Market
Where does the bus arrive in Vancouver?
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Link to image attributionMain arrival station: Pacific Central Station
The historic Pacific Central Station is Vancouver’s primary train station for Amtrak and VIA Rail service, as well as a bus station for numerous carriers. The impressive Beaux-Arts style station opened in 1919, and is within walking distance of Science World, Strathcona Park, and the lively Gastown neighborhood. Plus, walking just across the street from Pacific Central Station gives you access to Vancouver's SkyTrain public transit system at the Main Street–Science World station. With free WiFi, restrooms, and several restaurants and shops on the premises, Pacific Central Station is a convenient place to start or end your trip.
Bus stations in Vancouver:
Pacific Central Station
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