Cheap bus tickets from Vancouver to Olympia

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Bus from Vancouver to Olympia: Journey Information

There are 3 intercity buses per day from Vancouver to Olympia. Travelling by bus from Vancouver to Olympia usually takes around 7 hours and 18 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 6 hours and 10 minutes.

Distance: 155 mi (250 km)
Shortest duration: 6h 10m
Cheapest price: $46.00
Trips per day: 3
Most frequent service: Greyhound
Bus lines: 2

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Vancouver to Olympia Bus Schedule

There are several bus options that can take you from Vancouver to Olympia:

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How much is a bus ticket from Vancouver to Olympia?

Bus tickets for a trip from Vancouver to Olympia cost about $46 when you book at the cheapest time, 29 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 Olympia by travel date

If you're planning to travel by bus from Vancouver to Olympia in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from $52 to $119. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on December 3, 2026. If you’re looking to travel to Olympia this week, bus tickets are available starting at $57.

Average bus ticket prices from Vancouver to Olympia by month

Taking the bus from Vancouver to Olympia is usually cheapest in October, when the average ticket price is only $68. If you're planning to take the bus from Vancouver to Olympia during August, keep in mind that bus ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of $87. 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. To find the cheapest bus tickets, book your trip at least 29 days in advance. This way, you can save up to $32.79 on your bus ticket compared to booking last-minute.

What bus companies travel from Vancouver to Olympia?

There are two bus lines that have daily service from Vancouver to Olympia that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, Greyhound usually offers more choice, with 2 scheduled trips per day.

Bus	Daily Trips	Avg. Time	Avg. Price
FlixBus US	2	7h 18m	$68.06
Greyhound	2	7h 18m	$68.40

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 2 trips per day from Vancouver to Olympia, and the average ticket for this route costs only $68.06.
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 2 bus trips from Vancouver to Olympia every day, with the average journey taking around 7 hours and 18 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Olympia usually start from $44.61.

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Vancouver to Olympia

There are 3 scheduled buses that travel from Vancouver to Olympia every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so no matter which bus you take, you will have to transfer buses at least once during your journey.

Trips per day

Direct trips

The bus takes an average of 7 hours and 18 minutes to cover the 250 kilometres from Vancouver to Olympia. 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.

Distance (mi)

155

Distance (km)

250

The first bus leaves at 4:15 a.m. and the last bus leaves at 1:00 p.m. To see the times for all buses from Vancouver to Olympia, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

Earliest bus

4:15am

Latest bus

1:00pm

Sunday tends to be the busiest day for buses, as many passengers take the bus to Olympia at the end of the week. If you are planning to travel on a Sunday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out. On the other hand, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the bus, travelling mid-week is your best bet.

Most crowded

Sunday

Least crowded

Wednesday

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.

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 Olympia.

All bus stations in Vancouver:

Pacific Central Station - Rider Express Booth
Pacific Central Station

Where does the bus arrive in Olympia?

Main arrival station: Olympia (Intercity Transit)

All buses from Vancouver arrive at one main station in Olympia.

All bus stations in Olympia:

Olympia (Intercity Transit)

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