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Journey Information
There is one daily bus from Vancouver to Golden. Traveling by bus from Vancouver to Golden usually takes around 10 hours and 6 minutes, but the fastest Rider Express bus can make the trip in 10 hours,
| Distance | 305 mi (491 km) |
| Shortest duration | 10h 0m |
| Cheapest price | US$103.38 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Rider Express |
| Bus lines | 1 |
Price trends for buses from Vancouver to Golden
Monthly average prices
What bus companies travel from Vancouver to Golden?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Vancouver to Golden. Rider Express is the only company that has bus schedules available to search and book at the moment. It only makes the trip once a day on most days.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rider Express | 1 | 10h 6m | US$104.63 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 10 hours and 6 minutes to cover the 491 kilometers from Vancouver to Golden. However, the fastest bus only takes 10 hours. 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."
There is usually only one bus per day from Vancouver to Golden. It leaves the station in Vancouver at 8:00am each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.
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 Vancouver?
Main departure station: Pacific Central Station - Rider Express Booth
Most buses depart from the main station in Vancouver.
All bus stations in Vancouver:
Pacific Central Station - Rider Express Booth
Where does the bus arrive in Golden?
Main arrival station: 1050 Trans Canada Hwy
All buses from Vancouver arrive at one main station in Golden.
Bus stations in Golden:
1050 Trans Canada Hwy
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