Cheap bus tickets from Vancouver to Bellingham
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Bus from Vancouver to Bellingham: Journey Information
There are 4 intercity buses per day from Vancouver to Bellingham. Travelling by bus from Vancouver to Bellingham usually takes around 3 hours and 49 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus US bus can make the trip in 2 hours and 10 minutes.
- Distance
- 47 mi (76 km)
- Shortest duration
- 2h 10m
- Cheapest price
- CHF 14.18
- Trips per day
- 4
- Most frequent service
- Greyhound
- Bus lines
- 3
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There are several bus options that can take you from Vancouver to Bellingham:
- Amtrak Thruway: 1 daily bus from CHF 73
- FlixBus US: 1 daily bus from CHF 14
- Greyhound: 3 daily buses from CHF 14
How much is a bus ticket from Vancouver to Bellingham?
Bus tickets for a trip from Vancouver to Bellingham cost about CHF 24 when you book at the cheapest time, 4 days ahead. Opting to take a bus is a wallet-friendly way to make this trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
Average bus ticket prices from Vancouver to Bellingham by travel date
If you're planning to travel by bus from Vancouver to Bellingham in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from CHF 32 to CHF 73. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on November 13, 2026. If you’re looking to travel to Bellingham this week, bus tickets are available starting at CHF 32.
Average bus ticket prices from Vancouver to Bellingham by month
Taking the bus from Vancouver to Bellingham is usually cheapest in October, when the average ticket price is only CHF 28. If you're planning to take the bus from Vancouver to Bellingham during August, keep in mind that bus ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of CHF 34. However, booking your trip in advance can help you score a ticket at a better price.
Prices as travel date approaches
Most bus companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your bus tickets as early as possible. Booking in advance is the best way to find cheap bus tickets, even if it’s only by a few days.
What bus companies travel from Vancouver to Bellingham?
There are 3 bus lines from Vancouver to Bellingham available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 3 daily trips, Greyhound usually has the most buses running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak Thruway | 1 | 7h 32m | CHF 72.66 |
| FlixBus US | 1 | 2h 11m | CHF 17.59 |
| Greyhound | 3 | 2h 20m | CHF 16.92 |
Amtrak Thruway, also known as Amtrak Thruway Motorcoach, is a system of intercity passenger buses operated by Amtrak to connect train stations to areas that are not served by the carrier’s railways. On the bus, passengers can enjoy comfortable reclining seats with leg rests and access to onboard washroom facilities. Amtrak Thruway bus tickets from Vancouver to Bellingham start at CHF 72.66. On average, there is 1 Amtrak Thruway bus trip on this route every day.
FlixBus US is the American branch of German bus company FlixBus, known for providing sustainable, affordable, and modern bus travel. The company offers cheap bus tickets to popular urban destinations throughout the United States. FlixBus US buses include many amenities, including comfortable seats, free WiFi, power outlets at every seat, and an online portal for free entertainment. On average, FlixBus US operates 1 trip per day from Vancouver to Bellingham, and the average ticket for this route costs only CHF 17.59.






Greyhound is the largest nationwide bus carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound performs about 3 bus trips from Vancouver to Bellingham every day, with the average journey taking around 2 hours and 20 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Bellingham usually start from CHF 14.18.






Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Vancouver to Bellingham
There are 4 scheduled buses that travel from Vancouver to Bellingham every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 3 direct buses, where you can stay on the same bus without having to transfer to a connecting bus at any point during your trip. Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Vancouver to Bellingham; ticket prices start at CHF 13.
Trips per day
4
Direct trips
3
The bus takes an average of 3 hours and 49 minutes to cover the 76 kilometres from Vancouver to Bellingham. However, the fastest bus only takes 2 hours and 10 minutes. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie. 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.
Distance (mi)
47
Distance (km)
76
The first bus leaves at 5:30 a.m. and the last bus leaves at 4:30 p.m. To see the times for all buses from Vancouver to Bellingham, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
Earliest bus
5:30am
Latest bus
4:30pm
Friday is the busiest travel day for buses as people head from Vancouver to Bellingham for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out. On the other hand, Saturday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Saturday ticket is the way to go.
Most crowded
Friday
Least crowded
Saturday
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 neighbourhood 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.
Bellingham

Bellingham is a scenic coastal city nestled between Mount Baker and the Puget Sound in Washington State. Its waterfront port is the launch point for fishing trips, leisure boating, and cruises to Alaska — a convenient starting point, since the city is only 25 miles south of the Canadian border. Sprawling Whatcom Falls Park showcases the best of the Northwest's natural forested beauty, one of the features that make Bellingham a top Washington destination. Plus, it's only a short drive to the #1 most instagrammable National Park, North Cascades National Park.
Kiddos will light up when they visit the SPARK Museum of Electrical Inventions, home to hands-on science exhibits and live demonstrations. If you're travelling without kids, prepare to hit up Bellingham's brewery scene. Bars, wineries, cideries, and more fine establishments offer quality drinks at prices that still lure students from local Western Washington University. Find some of the best restaurants and shops in the Fairhaven Historic District, distinctive for its Victorian architecture and views over Bellingham Bay.
FlixBus, Quick Shuttle, and Amtrak Thruway buses connect Bellingham to major cities in the Northwest like Seattle. Ambitious travellers can even travel to Bellingham by bus from Minneapolis! Bellingham's proximity to Canada makes it easy to travel to Vancouver, BC via bus or train on the Amtrak Cascades. Several airlines fly into Bellingham International Airport, but Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is only about 2 hours away if you need to catch a flight to farther destinations.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Vancouver?
Main departure station: Pacific Central Station - Rider Express Booth
Vancouver has two bus stations with service to Bellingham.
All bus stations in Vancouver:
- Pacific Central Station - Rider Express Booth
- Pacific Central Station
Where does the bus arrive in Bellingham?
Main arrival station: 800 Lincoln St
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Bellingham.
All bus stations in Bellingham:
- 800 Lincoln St
- 401 Harris Ave
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