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Vancouver - Kelowna Bus Schedule

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Journey Information

There are 8 intercity buses per day from Vancouver to Kelowna. Traveling by bus from Vancouver to Kelowna usually takes around 7 hours and 14 minutes, but the fastest Ebus bus can make the trip in 5 hours and 25 minutes.

Distance168 mi (270 km)
Shortest duration5h 25m
Cheapest price$54.09
Trips per day2
Most frequent serviceEbus
Bus lines1

Bus Trip Reviews from Wanderu Customers

Overall score for buses from Vancouver to Kelowna

(Based on 22 ratings and reviews)

4.7

5.0

Albina

January 19, 2024- Solo travel

Ebus

I really liked the bus. It was clean, warm, spacious, the Internet worked, and there was a toilet. The driver is polite and attentive.

5.0

Harris

September 11, 2023- Business

Ebus

Pros: Timing. Cons: Seats.

5.0

Arsenia

August 8, 2023- Visiting friends

Ebus

Comfy seat

5.0

Leanne

December 22, 2022- Solo travel

Ebus

Pros: The bus driver was very nice and informative. The weather was bad so he made everyone wear their seat belts and store their bags in the over head compartments. Cons: The holders on the seats to store items were too small.

4.0

Joh-nattan

November 2, 2022- Solo travel

Ebus

Pros: driver was chill. Cons: well, if you had wings on your buses..

How much is a bus ticket from Vancouver to Kelowna?

$84.49 is the average price of a bus ticket from Vancouver to Kelowna. Any tickets cheaper than $84.49 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

$142$95$47MarMar

Bus tickets from Vancouver to Kelowna are expected to cost between $127 and $141 over the next four weeks. If you're planning a trip to Kelowna within the next week, you can find the cheapest bus tickets starting from $129. Don't wait too long to book your ticket, as prices tend to rise as the travel date approaches.

Monthly average prices

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Bus tickets from Vancouver to Kelowna are at their cheapest average price in December. This time of year usually offers the best deals on bus tickets for this route, with ticket prices around $100. On the other hand, traveling on this route during July might cost you a bit more than usual. Bus tickets for July trips cost $111, on average. But no need to stress — booking your bus ticket in advance can help you snag cheaper tickets.

Prices as travel date approaches

$135$108$81$54$273020100

Most bus companies charge higher ticket prices the closer you book to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your bus tickets as early as possible. The best way to find cheap bus tickets is to book at least 17 days in advance. By doing so, you can expect to save C$23.39 on your bus ticket compared to booking at the last minute.

What bus companies travel from Vancouver to Kelowna?

There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Vancouver to Kelowna. Ebus connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.

BusDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Ebus87h 15m$100.13
  • 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 Vancouver to Kelowna, you can expect Wi-Fi, power outlets, and onboard restrooms on the ebus coach. On ebus' 8 daily trips from Vancouver to Kelowna, the journey usually takes about 7 hours and 15 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

The bus takes an average of 7 hours and 14 minutes to cover the 270 kilometers from Vancouver to Kelowna. However, the fastest bus only takes 5 hours and 25 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, Sunday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded buses to Kelowna, book your ticket for the last day of the week.

The first bus leaves at 6:00am and the last bus leaves at 2:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Vancouver to Kelowna, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 8 scheduled buses that travel from Vancouver to Kelowna every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 2 direct buses, where you can stay on the same bus without having to transfer to a connecting bus at any point during your trip.

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.

Kelowna

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Nestled by the water in Okanagan Valley, Kelowna is a must-see destination for lovers of the outdoors, and it offers enticing culinary delights to enjoy, too. Hike or bike your way through the stunning mountain trails sitting above the city. About 24km from downtown Kelowna, Myra Canyon offers breathtaking vistas that you will not soon forget. If watersports are more your thing, Lake Okanagan is a dreamy setting for boating, scuba diving, or simply relaxing by the beach.

Once you've worked up a sweat, there are plenty of opportunities to indulge and unwind. Kelowna lays claim to over 40 authentic Okanagan vineyards that open their doors for tours (and tasting, of course!) while its various breweries and cideries allow visitors to taste the local, hand-crafted flavors of Kelowna.

Kelowna is home to one of Canada's busiest airports, Kelowna International Airport, which runs daily flights across North America. If you opt to drive or take the bus, the wide and well-maintained highways give travelers a chance to marvel at the surrounding mountainscapes when en route to nearby Vancouver and Calgary.

Station Information

Where does the bus leave from in Vancouver?

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Main departure 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.

All bus stations in Vancouver:

  • Pacific Central Station

Where does the bus arrive in Kelowna?

Main arrival station: Kelowna Airport

These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Kelowna.

Bus stations in Kelowna:

  • Kelowna Airport

  • 516 Lawrence Ave

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