Cheap bus tickets from Tacoma to Vancouver
Find and compare the best ground travel options in one place.
Millions of travelers trust Wanderu every year to get:
Lowest Prices
We partner with the top bus & train carriers to bring you the best deals.
Best Travel Options
We help you find & compare the best buses & trains in one place.
Quick & Easy Booking
Book trips quickly with a simple, hassle-free checkout – online & on our app.
Fast Customer Support
We don’t monkey around. We respond within minutes to help you out.
See what travelers are saying about Wanderu:
Tacoma to Vancouver Bus Schedule
Is it better to travel by bus or train from Tacoma to Vancouver?
There are usually 6 daily train trips from Tacoma to Vancouver.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. PriceRON 232.87 | Avg. PriceRON 354.94 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips3 | Daily Trips6 |
Duration | Duration9h 36m | Duration7h 37m |
Bus from Tacoma to Vancouver: Journey Information
There are 3 intercity buses per day from Tacoma to Vancouver. Traveling by bus from Tacoma to Vancouver usually takes around 8 hours and 6 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus US bus can make the trip in 5 hours and 45 minutes.
| Distance | 144 mi (231 km) |
| Shortest duration | 5h 45m |
| Cheapest price | RON 154.50 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus US |
| Bus lines | 2 |
How much is a bus ticket from Tacoma to Vancouver?
Bus tickets for a trip from Tacoma to Vancouver cost RON 192.54 on average. Tickets cheaper than RON 192.54 are an excellent bargain. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price
Monthly avg. prices
Prices as travel date approaches
To save money on bus tickets, buy them as early as possible. Bus carriers usually charge higher ticket prices the closer you book to the date of travel. Book your ticket at least 10 days in advance to save up to RON 65.47.
What bus companies travel from Tacoma to Vancouver?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Tacoma to Vancouver that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, FlixBus US usually offers more choice, with 2 scheduled trips per day.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak Thruway | 1 | 16h 30m | RON 335.77 |
| FlixBus US | 2 | 6h 20m | RON 224.39 |
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 railroads. On the bus, passengers can enjoy comfortable reclining seats with leg rests and access to onboard restroom facilities. Amtrak Thruway bus tickets from Tacoma to Vancouver start at RON 336. On average, there are 1 Amtrak Thruway bus trips 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 2 trips per day from Tacoma to Vancouver, and the average ticket for this route costs only .
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Tacoma to Vancouver
The bus takes an average of 8 hours and 6 minutes to cover the 231 kilometers from Tacoma to Vancouver. However, the fastest bus only takes 5 hours and 45 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.
Sunday tends to be the busiest day for buses, as many passengers take the bus to Vancouver 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, Monday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. For a less crowded trip, try to book your bus travel for the beginning of the week.
The first bus leaves at 7:00am and the last bus leaves at 12:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Tacoma to Vancouver, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 3 scheduled buses that travel from Tacoma to Vancouver 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.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Tacoma to Vancouver; ticket prices start at RON 225.32.
City Information
Tacoma
Tacoma has seen some hard times in recent years, but the city is receiving many new revival attempts, turning it into a charming town with its own unique attractions. For those interested in the history of the city, as well as the creativity of its residents, head towards the Museum District, which houses numerous interesting museums such as the Tacoma Art Museum and the Washington State History Museum. While in the area, don’t miss out on the chance to marvel at the architectural ingenuity of the Bridge of Glass. If you wish to enjoy a bit of outdoor air, diving into the cold water of American Lake in Lakewood in the morning is bound to make you happy.
Seafood has always been among Tacoma’s finest offerings, and the best place to enjoy these dishes is Duke’s Chowder House, which features a bay view. For a more exquisite taste, head over to Indochine, a pan-Asian restaurant featuring mouth watering dishes.
The main bus station and the Amtrak train station in Tacoma are both near downtown, just a few blocks from each other. Tacoma is served by Amtrak’s Cascades and Coast Starlight lines. The city’s main airport is Seattle–Tacoma International and it sits 22 miles north of the city.
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 Tacoma?
Main departure station: 2499 E G St & Puyallup Ave
Tacoma has two bus stations with service to Vancouver.
All bus stations in Tacoma:
2499 E G St & Puyallup Ave
Bus Terminal - 510 Puyallup Ave
Where does the bus arrive in Vancouver?
Image credit: ZhengZhou
Link to image attributionMain arrival 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.
Bus stations in Vancouver:
Pacific Central Station
Get around town with Moovit
Need a return trip from Vancouver to Tacoma?
Search Bus TicketsPlan your next adventure
More buses from Tacoma
- Bus from SeaTac to Vancouver
RON 189+
- Seattle to Vancouver Bus
RON 176+
Continue by bus from Vancouver
- Bus from Vancouver to Banff
RON 551+
- Bus from Vancouver to Calgary
RON 557+
- Vancouver to Edmonton
RON 680+
- Bus from Vancouver to Abbotsford
RON 130+
- Bus from Vancouver to Chase
RON 306+
- Vancouver to Kamloops Bus
RON 262+
- Bus from Vancouver to Kelowna
RON 182+
- Vancouver to Revelstoke Bus
RON 406+
- Bus from Vancouver to Victoria
RON 298+
- Vancouver to Toronto
RON 39,267+
- Bus from Vancouver to Montreal
RON 39,267+
- Vancouver to Saskatoon Bus
RON 904+
- Bus from Vancouver to Los Angeles
RON 943+
- Vancouver to San Francisco Bus
RON 776+
- Vancouver to Portland Bus
RON 255+
- Vancouver to Everett Bus
RON 168+
- Bus from Vancouver to Seattle
RON 176+
- Bus from Vancouver to Tacoma
RON 236+
Check out these popular routes
- Bus from Calgary to Edmonton
RON 107+
- Toronto to Ottawa Bus
RON 140+
- Washington D.C. to New York Bus
RON 112+
- Bus from Washington D.C. to Philadelphia
RON 69+
- Boston to Portland Bus
RON 106+
- Boston to New York
RON 102+
- Bus from Portland to Boston
RON 100+
- Bus from New York to Montreal
RON 409+
- Bus from New York to Washington D.C.
RON 113+
- Bus from New York to Atlanta
RON 653+
- Bus from New York to Boston
RON 117+
- Bus from New York to Philadelphia
RON 55+
- Bus from New York to Providence
RON 158+
- Bus from Philadelphia to New York
RON 55+
- Bus from Providence to New York
RON 144+
- Seattle to Vancouver Bus
RON 176+
Wanderu is the simplest way to book bus and train travel.
With just a quick search on Wanderu, you can compare bus and train schedules and prices from hundreds of travel companies in one convenient place to find the trip that works best for you. Wanderu’s simple checkout process makes it easy to book cheap bus and train tickets hassle-free. Most importantly, as Wanderu is an official partner of all leading bus and train companies, we always have the best bus and train deals out there.