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Abbotsford to Salmon Arm bus

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Abbotsford to Salmon Arm Bus Schedule

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Journey Information

There are 4 intercity buses per day from Abbotsford to Salmon Arm. Traveling by bus from Abbotsford to Salmon Arm usually takes around 5 hours and 47 minutes, but the fastest Ebus bus can make the trip in 5 hours,

Distance177 mi (285 km)
Shortest duration5h 0m
Cheapest price$59.48
Trips per day2
Most frequent serviceEbus
Bus lines2

Bus Trip Reviews from Wanderu Customers

Average score for buses from Abbotsford to Salmon Arm

(Based on 3 ratings and reviews)

5.0

5.0

Dianne

April 17, 2024- Visiting family

Rider Express

Pros: The driver Toni was very well informed. He would go on speaker and tells about certain areas and stuff ..just like a tour guide. Some drivers just don't seem to care. Toni did. Cons: Price discount for seniors would be nice. Tips: Hope you get Toni...lol.

5.0

Marlene

June 26, 2023- Visiting family

Rider Express

Pros: Travel time was good. Cons: More interaction with passengers being picked up along the way. Little things like take your stub off your luggage tag before entering the bus. Tips: Bring water and snacks.

5.0

Jasnoor

November 17, 2022- Regular commuter

Ebus

The drivers are very friendly and are careful with the baggage placements. I like the fact that we all have reading lights,fan and ports for chargers

What bus companies travel from Abbotsford to Salmon Arm?

There are two bus lines that have daily service from Abbotsford to Salmon Arm that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, Ebus usually offers more choice, with 3 scheduled trips per day.

BusDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Ebus36h 4m$74.55
Rider Express25h 25m$59.75

  • ebus is a family-owned bus carrier that serves Alberta and British Columbia. ebus service offers passengers a comfortable yet budget-friendly way to travel. On your trip from Abbotsford to Salmon Arm, you can expect Wi-Fi, power outlets, and onboard restrooms on the ebus coach. On ebus' 3 daily trips from Abbotsford to Salmon Arm, the journey usually takes about 6 hours and 4 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

The bus takes an average of 5 hours and 47 minutes to cover the 177 miles from Abbotsford to Salmon Arm. However, the fastest bus only takes 5 hours. 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.

Friday is the busiest travel day for buses as people head from Abbotsford to Salmon Arm for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, 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 bus travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the bus, traveling mid-week is your best bet.

The first bus leaves at 7:00am and the last bus leaves at 9:00am. To see the times for all buses from Abbotsford to Salmon Arm, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 4 scheduled buses that travel from Abbotsford to Salmon Arm every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 2 direct buses, where you can stay on the same bus without having to transfer to a connecting bus at any point during your trip.

City Information

Station Information

Where does the bus leave from in Abbotsford?

Main departure station: Abbotsford Airport

Most buses depart from the main station in Abbotsford.

All bus stations in Abbotsford:

  • Abbotsford Airport

Where does the bus arrive in Salmon Arm?

Main arrival station: Centenoka Park Mall - NW Parking Lot

These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Salmon Arm.

All bus stations in Salmon Arm:

  • Centenoka Park Mall - NW Parking Lot

  • Westgate Public Market

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