Cheap coach tickets from Bellingham to Vancouver

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Coach from Bellingham to Vancouver: Journey Information

There are 6 intercity coaches per day from Bellingham to Vancouver. Travelling by coach from Bellingham to Vancouver usually takes around 3 hours and 52 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus US coach can make the trip in 1 hour and 40 minutes.

Distance
47 mi (76 km)
Shortest duration
1h 40m
Cheapest price
£12.59
Trips per day
6
Most frequent service
Greyhound
Coach lines
3

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Coach Trip Reviews from Wanderu Customers

Average score for coaches from Bellingham to Vancouver (Based on 3 ratings and reviews)

5.0

5.0

Terry

16 August 2024 - Holiday

FlixBus US
Cons: Nothing All good 👍 Tips: Use Wanderu !

5.0

Steven

17 July 2022 - Holiday

Quick Shuttle (Flex+)
Pros: Straightforward and direct. Cons: Nothing Tips: Prepare to wait at border crossing.

5.0

Chris

8 July 2019 - Holiday

BoltBus
Pros: The safe feeling of the bus and passengers, and even the streetside location for boarding. The driver was sterling; very nice and warm and friendly. Cons: The electric plug for my seat did not work so I couldn't Charge my device. Tips: Try Bolt, it is great.

How much is a coach ticket from Bellingham to Vancouver?

Coach tickets for a trip from Bellingham to Vancouver cost about £19 when you book at the cheapest time, 3 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 Bellingham to Vancouver by travel date

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If you're planning to travel by coach from Bellingham to Vancouver in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from £23 to £64. The cheapest coach tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on 2 December 2026. If you’re looking to travel to Vancouver this week, coach tickets are available starting at £27.

Average coach ticket prices from Bellingham to Vancouver by month

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Taking the coach from Bellingham to Vancouver is usually cheapest in October, when the average ticket price is only £24. If you're planning to take the coach from Bellingham to Vancouver during August, keep in mind that coach ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of £30. However, booking your trip in advance can help you score a ticket at a better price.

Prices as travel date approaches

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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. Booking in advance, even by a few days, is the best way to find cheap coach tickets.

What coach companies travel from Bellingham to Vancouver?

There are 3 coach lines from Bellingham to Vancouver available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 4 daily trips, Greyhound usually has the most coaches running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:

CoachDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Amtrak Thruway19h 44m£64.48
FlixBus US21h 56m£14.85
Greyhound42h 17m£14.62
  • Amtrak Thruway, also known as Amtrak Thruway Motorcoach, is a system of intercity passenger coaches operated by Amtrak to connect train stations to areas that are not served by the carrier’s railways. On the coach, passengers can enjoy comfortable reclining seats with leg rests and access to onboard toilet facilities. Amtrak Thruway coach tickets from Bellingham to Vancouver start at £64.48. On average, there is 1 Amtrak Thruway coach trip on this route every day.

  • 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 2 trips per day from Bellingham to Vancouver, and the average ticket for this route costs only £14.85.

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  • 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 4 coach trips from Bellingham to Vancouver every day, with the average journey taking around 2 hours and 17 minutes to complete. Coach tickets for Greyhound trips to Vancouver usually start from £12.59.

    Passengers boarding a Greyhound with their cheap bus tickets, ready for a comfortable and budget-friendly trip - WanderuA Greyhound bus parked, waiting for passengers with cheap bus tickets ready to travel - WanderuComfortable seating inside a Greyhound, perfect for those traveling with cheap bus tickets who want to make the most of their journey - WanderuA passenger using the power outlets available on Greyhound to access their affordable bus ticket digitally - WanderuA passenger uses Greyhound's onboard wifi to enjoy their intercity bus trip - WanderuA bus awaits passengers who have bought cheap Greyhound tickets - Wanderu

Frequently asked questions about travelling by coach from Bellingham to Vancouver

There are 6 scheduled coaches that travel from Bellingham to Vancouver every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 5 direct coaches, where you can stay on the same coach without having to transfer to a connecting coach at any point during your trip. Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Bellingham to Vancouver; ticket prices start at £12.

Trips per day

6

Direct trips

5

The coach takes an average of 3 hours and 52 minutes to cover the 47 miles from Bellingham to Vancouver. However, the fastest coach only takes 1 hour and 40 minutes. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a film. 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)

47

Distance (km)

76

The first coach leaves at 8:45 and the last coach leaves at 22:25. To see the times for all coaches from Bellingham to Vancouver, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

Earliest coach

8:45am

Latest coach

10:25pm

Tuesday is usually the day of the week when coaches 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 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

Tuesday

Least crowded

Wednesday

City Information

Bellingham

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Bellingham is a scenic coastal city nestled between Mount Baker and the Puget Sound in Washington State. Its waterfront port is the launch point for fishing trips, leisure boating, and cruises to Alaska — a convenient starting point, since the city is only 25 miles south of the Canadian border. Sprawling Whatcom Falls Park showcases the best of the Northwest's natural forested beauty, one of the features that make Bellingham a top Washington destination. Plus, it's only a short drive to the #1 most instagrammable National Park, North Cascades National Park.

Kiddos will light up when they visit the SPARK Museum of Electrical Inventions, home to hands-on science exhibits and live demonstrations. If you're travelling without kids, prepare to hit up Bellingham's brewery scene. Bars, wineries, cideries, and more fine establishments offer quality drinks at prices that still lure students from local Western Washington University. Find some of the best restaurants and shops in the Fairhaven Historic District, distinctive for its Victorian architecture and views over Bellingham Bay.

FlixBus, Quick Shuttle, and Amtrak Thruway coaches connect Bellingham to major cities in the Northwest like Seattle. Ambitious travellers can even travel to Bellingham by coach from Minneapolis! Bellingham's proximity to Canada makes it easy to travel to Vancouver, BC via coach or train on the Amtrak Cascades. Several airlines fly into Bellingham International Airport, but Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is only about 2 hours away if you need to catch a flight to farther destinations.

Vancouver

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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.

Station Information

Where does the coach leave from in Bellingham?

Main departure station: 401 Harris Ave

Bellingham has two coach stations with service to Vancouver.

All coach stations in Bellingham:

  • 401 Harris Ave
  • 800 Lincoln St

Where does the coach arrive in Vancouver?

Main arrival station: Pacific Central Station

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The historic Pacific Central Station is Vancouver’s primary train station for Amtrak and VIA Rail service, as well as a coach 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 neighbourhood. 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, toilets, and several restaurants and shops on the premises, Pacific Central Station is a convenient place to start or end your trip.

Coach stations in Vancouver:

  • Pacific Central Station
  • Pacific Central Station - Rider Express Booth

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