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Pros: Very good. Cons: You nice and be nice. Tips: Trustable.
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Pros: Good. Cons: Wonderful. Tips: Yes.
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Pros: Pinky, our driver was spectacular! Excellent driver and positive, outgoing personality. Cons: Eliminate traffic! 😄.
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Journey Information
There are 13 intercity buses per day from SeaTac to Vancouver. Traveling by bus from SeaTac to Vancouver usually takes around 4 hours and 54 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus US bus can make the trip in 4 hours and 30 minutes.
| Distance | 133 mi (213 km) |
| Shortest duration | 4h 30m |
| Cheapest price | $32.08 |
| Trips per day | 13 |
| Most frequent service | Quick Shuttle (Econo+) |
| Bus lines | 3 |
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Overall score for buses from SeaTac to Vancouver
(Based on 3 ratings and reviews)
5.0
How much is a bus ticket from SeaTac to Vancouver?
$54.79 is the average price of a bus ticket from SeaTac to Vancouver. Any tickets cheaper than $54.79 can be considered a great 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
Over the next four weeks, the average ticket price of a bus from SeaTac to Vancouver is expected to range from $51 to $78. If you are looking to travel to Vancouver within the next week, you can find bus tickets starting from $53. The cheapest bus tickets in the next month are $51 and can be found on May 14, 2024.
Monthly average prices
If you're on the hunt for the cheapest bus tickets from SeaTac to Vancouver, mark your calendar for April. During this period, you can expect to find the lowest average ticket price of the year, just $60. However, taking the bus from SeaTac to Vancouver during June is not so cheap. This time of year, ticket prices often reach an average of $72. The best way to find deals on a trip in June is to plan ahead and book your bus ticket as early as possible.
Prices as travel date approaches
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$5.96 on your bus ticket compared to booking at the last minute.
What bus companies travel from SeaTac to Vancouver?
There are 3 bus lines from SeaTac to Vancouver available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 6 daily trips, Quick Shuttle (Econo+) 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus US | 2 | 4h 43m | $60.80 |
| Quick Shuttle (Econo+) | 6 | 5h 45m | $66.80 |
| Quick Shuttle (Flex+) | 6 | 5h 45m | $88.80 |
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 SeaTac to Vancouver, and the average ticket for this route costs only .
Book Quick Shuttle (Econo+) from SeaTac to Vancouver from $32. There are 6 Quick Shuttle (Econo+) schedules from SeaTac to Vancouver and you can expect on average to pay for a Quick Shuttle (Econo+) ticket to Vancouver. In SeaTac, Quick Shuttle (Econo+) departs to Vancouver from Sea-tac Airport and no other station. In Vancouver, Quick Shuttle (Econo+) arrives at Waterfront Skytrain Station and 2 other stations.
An average trip on Quick Shuttle (Econo+) from SeaTac to Vancouver takes 5 hours and 45 minutes , while the fastest available Quick Shuttle (Econo+) trip will get you to Vancouver in 4 hours and 30 minutes .
On weekends, Quick Shuttle (Econo+) offers 7 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway trip to Vancouver.
Book Quick Shuttle (Flex+) from SeaTac to Vancouver from $43. There are 6 Quick Shuttle (Flex+) schedules from SeaTac to Vancouver and you can expect on average to pay for a Quick Shuttle (Flex+) ticket to Vancouver. In SeaTac, Quick Shuttle (Flex+) departs to Vancouver from Sea-tac Airport and no other station. In Vancouver, Quick Shuttle (Flex+) arrives at Waterfront Skytrain Station and 2 other stations.
An average trip on Quick Shuttle (Flex+) from SeaTac to Vancouver takes 5 hours and 45 minutes , while the fastest available Quick Shuttle (Flex+) trip will get you to Vancouver in 4 hours and 30 minutes .
On weekends, Quick Shuttle (Flex+) offers 7 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway trip to Vancouver.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 4 hours and 54 minutes to cover the 213 kilometers from SeaTac to Vancouver. However, the fastest bus only takes 4 hours and 30 minutes. In other words, you'll have plenty of time to rest and relax on the road. 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, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the bus, traveling mid-week is your best bet.
The first bus leaves at 8:00am and the last bus leaves at 6:00pm. To see the times for all buses from SeaTac to Vancouver, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 13 scheduled buses that travel from SeaTac to Vancouver 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 SeaTac to Vancouver 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 SeaTac?
Main departure station: Sea-tac Airport
SeaTac has two bus stations with service to Vancouver.
All bus stations in SeaTac:
Sea-tac Airport
Seattle Seatac Arpt (E)
Where does the bus arrive in Vancouver?
Main arrival station: Waterfront Skytrain Station
Buses arrive in Vancouver at 4 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.
Bus stations in Vancouver:
Waterfront Skytrain Station
Holiday Inn on Howe
Pacific Central Station
Canada Place Pier (Curbside)
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