Cheap coach tickets from Vancouver to Tacoma

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Coach from Vancouver to Tacoma: Journey Information

There are 3 intercity coaches per day from Vancouver to Tacoma. Travelling by coach from Vancouver to Tacoma usually takes around 6 hours and 42 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound coach can make the trip in 5 hours and 25 minutes.

Distance: 144 mi (231 km)
Shortest duration: 5h 25m
Cheapest price: US$29.97
Trips per day: 3
Most frequent service: Greyhound
Coach lines: 2

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Vancouver to Tacoma Coach Timetable

Is it better to travel by coach or train from Vancouver to Tacoma?

There are usually 5 daily train trips from Vancouver to Tacoma.

	Coach	Train
Avg. Price	Avg. PriceUS$44.37Cheaper	Avg. PriceUS$89.92
Daily Trips	Daily Trips3	Daily Trips5
Duration	Duration6h 42m	Duration6h 3mFaster

There are several coach options that can take you from Vancouver to Tacoma:

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How much is a coach ticket from Vancouver to Tacoma?

Coach tickets for a trip from Vancouver to Tacoma cost about US$30 when you book at the cheapest time, 11 days ahead. Opting to take a coach is a wallet-friendly way to make this trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find coach tickets at or below this price.

Average coach ticket prices from Vancouver to Tacoma by travel date

If you're planning to travel by coach from Vancouver to Tacoma in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from US$32 to US$62. The cheapest coach tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on 3 December 2026. If you’re looking to travel to Tacoma this week, coach tickets are available starting at US$36.

Average coach ticket prices from Vancouver to Tacoma by month

Taking the coach from Vancouver to Tacoma is usually cheapest in September, when the average ticket price is only US$42. If you're planning to take the coach from Vancouver to Tacoma during July, keep in mind that coach ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of US$51. However, booking your trip in advance can help you score a ticket at a better price.

Prices as travel date approaches

Most coach companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your coach tickets as early as possible. To find the cheapest coach tickets, book your trip at least 11 days in advance. This way, you can save up to US$24.78 on your coach ticket compared to booking last-minute.

What coach companies travel from Vancouver to Tacoma?

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

Coach	Daily Trips	Avg. Time	Avg. Price
FlixBus US	1	7h 10m	US$45.46
Greyhound	2	6h 29m	US$43.85

FlixBus US is the American branch of German coach company FlixBus, known for providing sustainable, affordable, and modern coach travel. The company offers cheap coach tickets to popular urban destinations throughout the United States. FlixBus US coaches include many amenities, including comfortable seats, free WiFi, power sockets at every seat, and an online portal for free entertainment. On average, FlixBus US operates 1 trip per day from Vancouver to Tacoma, and the average ticket for this route costs only US$45.46.
Greyhound is the largest nationwide coach carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound performs about 2 coach trips from Vancouver to Tacoma every day, with the average journey taking around 6 hours and 29 minutes to complete. Coach tickets for Greyhound trips to Tacoma usually start from US$29.97.

Frequently asked questions about travelling by coach from Vancouver to Tacoma

There are 3 scheduled coaches that travel from Vancouver to Tacoma every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so no matter which coach you take, you will have to transfer coaches at least once during your journey. Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Vancouver to Tacoma; ticket prices start at US$40.

Trips per day

Direct trips

The coach takes an average of 6 hours and 42 minutes to cover the 144 miles from Vancouver to Tacoma. However, the fastest coach only takes 5 hours and 25 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.

Distance (mi)

144

Distance (km)

231

The first coach leaves at 2:45 and the last coach leaves at 13:00. To see the times for all coaches from Vancouver to Tacoma, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

Earliest coach

2:45am

Latest coach

1:00pm

Sunday tends to be the busiest day for coaches, as many passengers take the coach to Tacoma 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, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the coach, travelling mid-week is your best bet.

Most crowded

Sunday

Least crowded

Wednesday

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 films and TV shows filmed in the area. If you're lucky, you may even stumble upon a film set as you're walking around town!

If you're looking for the best restaurants, shops and nightlife, cobblestoned Gastown is the perfect neighbourhood 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 coach or train, or to other B.C. destinations like Kamloops and Kelowna to experience more of the province's natural beauty.

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 coach 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.

Station Information

Where does the coach leave from in Vancouver?

Main departure station: Pacific Central Station - Rider Express Booth

Vancouver has two coach stations with service to Tacoma.

All coach stations in Vancouver:

Pacific Central Station - Rider Express Booth
Pacific Central Station

Where does the coach arrive in Tacoma?

Main arrival station: 2499 E G St & Puyallup Ave

All coaches from Vancouver arrive at one main station in Tacoma.

Coach stations in Tacoma:

2499 E G St & Puyallup Ave

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