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There are 12 intercity coaches per day from Vancouver to Whistler. Traveling by coach from Vancouver to Whistler usually takes around one hour and 52 minutes, but the fastest SkyLynx coach can make the trip in just one hour and 30 minutes.
| Distance | 58 mi (93 km) |
| Shortest duration | 1h 30m |
| Cheapest price | US$23.83 |
| Trips per day | 12 |
| Most frequent service | SkyLynx |
| Coach lines | 1 |
Average score for coaches from Vancouver to Whistler
(Based on 1 ratings and reviews)
5.0
Pros: I took skylyx bus from vancouver to whistler very safe driving, the driver was very friendly and accommodating. Bus arrived and departed on time I will surely ride again skylynx when I go back to whistler and I will recommend to my friends and relative about skylynx. Cons: There should be 15 minutes stop over to Squamish to go to washroom. Tips: Just be on time to the said schedule.
Bus tickets for a trip from Vancouver to Whistler cost US$23.97 on average. 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.
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 19 days in advance. This way, you can save up to US$0.86 on your bus ticket compared to booking last-minute.
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Vancouver to Whistler. SkyLynx connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| SkyLynx | 12 | 1h 53m | US$24.60 |
Book SkyLynx from Vancouver to Whistler from US$24. There are 12 SkyLynx schedules from Vancouver to Whistler and you can expect on average to pay for a SkyLynx ticket to Whistler. In Vancouver, SkyLynx departs to Whistler from Hyatt Regency and no other station. In Whistler, SkyLynx arrives at Whistler Legends Hotel and 1 other station.
An average trip on SkyLynx from Vancouver to Whistler takes 1 hours and 53 minutes , while the fastest available SkyLynx trip will get you to Whistler in 1 hours and 30 minutes .
On weekends, SkyLynx offers 12 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to Whistler.
The coach takes an average of one hour and 52 minutes to cover the 58 miles from Vancouver to Whistler. However, the fastest coach only takes an hour and 30 minutes. You'll have just enough time for a small nap on this relatively short coach 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 Whistler. 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 coach travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Thursday ticket is the way to go.
The first coach leaves at 06:00 and the last coach leaves at 20:00. To see the times for all coaches from Vancouver to Whistler, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
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.
Most coaches depart from the main station in Vancouver.
Hyatt Regency
These are the two stations where coaches may stop when they arrive in Whistler.
4230 Gateway Dr
Whistler Legends Hotel
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