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Vancouver to Lake Louise Coach Timetable

Coach from Vancouver to Lake Louise: Journey Information

There are 3 intercity coaches per day from Vancouver to Lake Louise. Traveling by coach from Vancouver to Lake Louise usually takes around 11 hours and 54 minutes, but the fastest Ebus coach can make the trip in 11 hours and 20 minutes.

Distance340 mi (547 km)
Shortest duration11h 20m
Cheapest priceHUF 38,588.24
Trips per day2
Most frequent serviceEbus
Coach lines2

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Coach Trip Reviews from Wanderu Customers

Average score for coaches from Vancouver to Lake Louise

(Based on 2 ratings and reviews)

4.5

4.0

Lucie

31 May 2019- Solo travel

Rider Express

Pros: Staff very nice, helpful and friendly Good trip. Cons: There is no wifi, it didn't work.

How much is a coach ticket from Vancouver to Lake Louise?

Bus tickets for a trip from Vancouver to Lake Louise cost HUF 38,823.53 on average. Bus tickets on this route can be a bit expensive due to the length of the trip. But even with a higher price tag, taking the bus is often more affordable than flying to Lake Louise. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.

Average coach ticket prices from Vancouver to Lake Louise by travel date

HUF 60,504HUF 40,336HUF 20,168NovNov

Bus tickets from Vancouver to Lake Louise are expected to cost between HUF 55,462 and HUF 58,151 over the next four weeks. If you're planning a trip to Lake Louise within the next week, you can find the cheapest bus tickets starting from HUF 55,462. Don't wait too long to book your ticket, as prices tend to rise as the travel date approaches.

Average coach ticket prices from Vancouver to Lake Louise by month

HUF 42,017HUF 33,613HUF 25,210HUF 16,807HUF 8,403DJFMAMJJASON
If you're planning on taking a bus from Vancouver to Lake Louise, you'll be happy to know that the cost stays pretty stable throughout the year. You can expect to pay around HUF 39,664 for your ticket regardless of when you plan to travel.

What coach companies travel from Vancouver to Lake Louise?

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

CoachDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Ebus212h 6mHUF 41,431.93
Rider Express211h 44mHUF 38,826.89
  • ebus is a family-owned coach carrier that serves Alberta and British Columbia. ebus service offers passengers a comfortable yet budget-friendly way to travel. On your trip from Vancouver to Lake Louise, you can expect Wi-Fi, power outlets, and onboard restrooms on the ebus coach. On ebus' 2 daily trips from Vancouver to Lake Louise, the journey usually takes about 12 hours and 6 minutes.

  • Rider Express is a bus company with services across several provinces in Canada with daily stops at major cities like Regina, Edmonton, Calgary, and Vancouver. Rider Express is known for their friendly customer service, the cleanliness of vehicles, and the onboard WiFi.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by coach from Vancouver to Lake Louise

The coach takes an average of 11 hours and 54 minutes to cover the 340 miles from Vancouver to Lake Louise. However, the fastest coach only takes 11 hours and 20 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.

Saturday is usually the day when coaches are busiest, as many travelers take the coach to enjoy the weekend in Lake Louise. 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, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the coach, traveling mid-week is your best bet.

The first coach leaves at 06:00 and the last coach leaves at 08:00. To see the times for all coaches from Vancouver to Lake Louise, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 3 scheduled coaches that travel from Vancouver to Lake Louise every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 2 direct coaches, where you can stay on the same coach without having to transfer to a connecting coach at any point during your trip.

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 coach leave from in Vancouver?

Vancouver, BC - Pacific Central Station - CAVACAMT-0

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Main departure 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.

All coach stations in Vancouver:

  • Pacific Central Station

  • Pacific Central Station - Rider Express Booth

Where does the coach arrive in Lake Louise?

Main arrival station: Husky

All coaches from Vancouver arrive at one main station in Lake Louise.

Coach stations in Lake Louise:

  • Husky

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