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Vancouver - SeaTac Bus Schedule

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Journey Information

There are 18 intercity buses per day from Vancouver to SeaTac. Traveling by bus from Vancouver to SeaTac usually takes around 5 hours and 25 minutes, but the fastest Quick Shuttle (Econo+) bus can make the trip in 4 hours and 40 minutes.

Distance133 mi (213 km)
Shortest duration4h 40m
Cheapest price$31.40
Trips per day18
Most frequent serviceQuick Shuttle (Econo+)
Bus lines2

Bus Trip Reviews from Wanderu Customers

Overall score for buses from Vancouver to SeaTac

(Based on 5 ratings and reviews)

4.6

5.0

Scott

May 12, 2023- Vacation

Quick Shuttle (Econo+)

Pros: Driver was exceptional having to deal with my family of 12 and a minor bathroom emergency. He did the best to arrive on time despite the heavy traffic. Cons: Have movies playing on the screens. Tips: Bring something to read or otherwise occupy yourselves.

5.0

HARRY

May 8, 2023- Vacation

Quick Shuttle (Flex+)

Good driver

5.0

Kerry

September 18, 2022- Vacation

Quick Shuttle (Econo+)

Pros: On time and easy to pick up, get thru customs and back on the road. Cons: If the bathrooms are used it was a bad smell for a few minutes. Tips: Great option when the train is not running.

4.0

Regency Lodge

September 9, 2022- Couples trip

Quick Shuttle (Flex+)

Pros: we went from Vancouver cruise terminal to Seattle airport. pick up was at 10:30am not 9am that was scheduled. It took 6 hours . Tips: Make sure you plan for 6 - 7 hr trip.

4.0

Craig D

June 4, 2022- Vacation

Quick Shuttle (Flex+)

Pros: Got to our destination on time even with heavy traffic issues and road construction. Cons: Clearer website instructions and fees for luggage.

How much is a bus ticket from Vancouver to SeaTac?

$46.97 is the average price of a bus ticket from Vancouver to SeaTac. Taking a bus is an affordable way to make this trip. 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.

Monthly average prices

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The lowest bus ticket prices on this route can usually be found in July. That’s when the average price of a bus ticket is expected to be just $43 – the lowest of the year.

Alternatively, if you plan to travel from Vancouver to SeaTac in January, expect to spend more on your bus trip, as the average ticket price may surge to $76 at that time of year. However, if you book your trip ahead of time, you can still score a ticket at a lower price.

Prices as travel date approaches

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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 24 days in advance. By doing so, you can expect to save C$21.12 on your bus ticket compared to booking at the last minute.

What bus companies travel from Vancouver to SeaTac?

There are two bus lines that have daily service from Vancouver to SeaTac that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, Quick Shuttle (Econo+) usually offers more choice, with 9 scheduled trips per day.

BusDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Quick Shuttle (Econo+)95h 25m$68.02
Quick Shuttle (Flex+)95h 25m$89.70

  • Book Quick Shuttle (Econo+) from Vancouver to SeaTac from $31. There are 9 Quick Shuttle (Econo+) schedules from Vancouver to SeaTac and you can expect on average to pay for a Quick Shuttle (Econo+) ticket to SeaTac. In Vancouver, Quick Shuttle (Econo+) departs to SeaTac from Holiday Inn on Howe and 3 other stations. In SeaTac, Quick Shuttle (Econo+) arrives at Sea-tac Airport and no other station.

    An average trip on Quick Shuttle (Econo+) from Vancouver to SeaTac takes 5 hours and 25 minutes , while the fastest available Quick Shuttle (Econo+) trip will get you to SeaTac in 4 hours and 40 minutes .

    On weekends, Quick Shuttle (Econo+) offers 11 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway trip to SeaTac.

  • Book Quick Shuttle (Flex+) from Vancouver to SeaTac from $42. There are 9 Quick Shuttle (Flex+) schedules from Vancouver to SeaTac and you can expect on average to pay for a Quick Shuttle (Flex+) ticket to SeaTac. In Vancouver, Quick Shuttle (Flex+) departs to SeaTac from Holiday Inn on Howe and 3 other stations. In SeaTac, Quick Shuttle (Flex+) arrives at Sea-tac Airport and no other station.

    An average trip on Quick Shuttle (Flex+) from Vancouver to SeaTac takes 5 hours and 25 minutes , while the fastest available Quick Shuttle (Flex+) trip will get you to SeaTac in 4 hours and 40 minutes .

    On weekends, Quick Shuttle (Flex+) offers 11 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway trip to SeaTac.

Frequently Asked Questions

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The bus takes an average of 5 hours and 25 minutes to cover the 213 kilometers from Vancouver to SeaTac. However, the fastest bus only takes 4 hours and 40 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.

Saturday is usually the day when buses are busiest, as many travelers take the bus to enjoy the weekend in SeaTac. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, 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 6:00am and the last bus leaves at 11:00am. To see the times for all buses from Vancouver to SeaTac, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 18 scheduled buses that travel from Vancouver to SeaTac every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct buses which you can take the entire route from Vancouver to SeaTac without transferring.

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: Holiday Inn on Howe

Buses to SeaTac leave from 4 stations in Vancouver.

All bus stations in Vancouver:

  • Holiday Inn on Howe

  • Waterfront Skytrain Station

  • Canada Place Pier (Cruise Level)

  • Canada Place Pier (Curbside) Mon-Sat / Waterfront Skytrain Sundays (until 9/30, & 7/1 & 8/7)

Where does the bus arrive in SeaTac?

Main arrival station: Sea-tac Airport

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

Bus stations in SeaTac:

  • Sea-tac Airport

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