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Bus from Vancouver to Whistler: Journey Information
There are 19 intercity buses per day from Vancouver to Whistler. Traveling by bus from Vancouver to Whistler usually takes around one hour and 56 minutes, but the fastest SkyLynx bus can make the trip in just one hour and 50 minutes.
| Distance | 58 mi (93 km) |
| Shortest duration | 1h 50m |
| Cheapest price | $23.19 |
| Trips per day | 19 |
| Most frequent service | SkyLynx |
| Bus lines | 1 |
How much is a bus ticket from Vancouver to Whistler?
Bus tickets for a trip from Vancouver to Whistler cost $25.27 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.
Average bus ticket prices from Vancouver to Whistler by travel date
Bus tickets from Vancouver to Whistler are expected to cost between $37 and $39 over the next four weeks. If you're planning a trip to Whistler within the next week, you can find the cheapest bus tickets starting from $37. Don't wait too long to book your ticket, as prices tend to rise as the travel date approaches.
Prices as travel date approaches
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 24 days in advance. This way, you can save up to $0.33 on your bus ticket compared to booking last-minute.
What bus companies travel from Vancouver to Whistler?
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.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| SkyLynx | 19 | 1h 57m | $26.17 |
Book SkyLynx from Vancouver to Whistler from $23. There are 19 trips per day offered by SkyLynx 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 one other station. In Whistler, SkyLynx arrives at 4230 Gateway Dr and one other station.
An average trip on SkyLynx from Vancouver to Whistler takes 1 hours and 57 minutes , while the fastest available SkyLynx trip will get you to Whistler in 1 hours and 50 minutes .
On weekends, SkyLynx offers 22 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Whistler.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Vancouver to Whistler
The bus takes an average of one hour and 56 minutes to cover the 58 miles from Vancouver to Whistler. However, the fastest bus only takes an hour and 50 minutes. You'll have just enough time for a small nap on this relatively short bus 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.
Sunday tends to be the busiest day for buses, as many passengers take the bus to Whistler 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, Thursday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Thursday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 6:00am and the last bus leaves at 10:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Vancouver to Whistler, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
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 bus leave from in Vancouver?
Main departure station: Hyatt Regency
Vancouver has two bus stations with service to Whistler.
All bus stations in Vancouver:
Hyatt Regency
Pacific Central Station - Rider Express Booth
Where does the bus arrive in Whistler?
Main arrival station: 4230 Gateway Dr
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Whistler.
All bus stations in Whistler:
4230 Gateway Dr
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