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Bellingham to Vancouver Bus Schedule

Is it better to travel by bus or train from Bellingham to Vancouver?

There are usually 3 daily train trips available from Bellingham to Vancouver.

Bus
Train
Avg. Price
Avg. Price
HUF 11,068.32
Avg. Price
HUF 16,898.86
Daily Trips
Daily Trips
12
Daily Trips
3
Duration
Duration
2h 39m
Duration
3h 49m

Bus from Bellingham to Vancouver: Journey Information

There are 11 intercity buses per day from Bellingham to Vancouver. Traveling by bus from Bellingham to Vancouver usually takes around 2 hours and 34 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in just one hour and 40 minutes.

Distance47 mi (76 km)
Shortest duration1h 40m
Cheapest priceHUF 5,686.54
Trips per day10
Most frequent serviceGreyhound
Bus lines6

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Bus Trip Reviews from Wanderu Customers

Average score for buses from Bellingham to Vancouver

(Based on 3 ratings and reviews)

5.0

5.0

Terry

August 16, 2024- Vacation

FlixBus US

Cons: Nothing All good 👍. Tips: Use Wanderu !

5.0

Steven

July 17, 2022- Vacation

Quick Shuttle (Flex+)

Pros: Straightforward and direct. Cons: Nothing. Tips: Prepare to wait at border crossing.

5.0

Chris

July 8, 2019- Vacation

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 bus ticket from Bellingham to Vancouver?

Bus tickets for a trip from Bellingham to Vancouver cost HUF 9,363.70 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 Bellingham to Vancouver by travel date

HUF 15,070HUF 10,047HUF 5,023NovNov

Over the next four weeks, the average price of bus tickets from Bellingham to Vancouver is expected to be between HUF 8,038 and HUF 14,735. The cheapest day to travel in the next month is November 7, 2025, when tickets are available for November 7, 2025. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next week start at just HUF 8,038.

Average bus ticket prices from Bellingham to Vancouver by month

HUF 16,745HUF 13,396HUF 10,047HUF 6,698HUF 3,349DJFMAMJJASON
Bus tickets from Bellingham to Vancouver are usually around HUF 11,721 and prices do not fluctuate very much throughout the year.

Prices as travel date approaches

HUF 16,745HUF 13,396HUF 10,047HUF 6,698HUF 3,3493020100

The easiest way to save money on bus tickets is by booking in advance! Many carriers increase prices as the travel date approaches, so it's always a good idea to buy your tickets as early as possible. Book at least 29 days in advance to save HUF 636.30 or more on your ticket, compared to booking at the last minute.

What bus companies travel from Bellingham to Vancouver?

There are 6 bus lines from Bellingham to Vancouver available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 3 daily trips, Greyhound usually has the most buses running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:

BusDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Amtrak Thruway110h 0mHUF 25,452.11
FlixBus US31h 54mHUF 6,882.12
Greyhound31h 53mHUF 6,841.93
Quick Coach32h 15mHUF 12,585.40
Quick Shuttle (Econo)32h 16mHUF 11,721.37
Quick Shuttle (Flex+)32h 16mHUF 14,400.54
  • Amtrak Thruway, also known as Amtrak Thruway Motorcoach, is a system of intercity passenger buses operated by Amtrak to connect train stations to areas that are not served by the carrier’s railroads. On the bus, passengers can enjoy comfortable reclining seats with leg rests and access to onboard restroom facilities. Amtrak Thruway bus tickets from Bellingham to Vancouver start at HUF 25,452. On average, there are 1 Amtrak Thruway bus trips on this route every day.

  • FlixBus US is the American branch of German bus company FlixBus, known for providing sustainable, affordable, and modern bus travel. The company offers cheap bus tickets to popular urban destinations throughout the United States. FlixBus US buses include many amenities, including comfortable seats, free WiFi, power outlets at every seat, and an online portal for free entertainment. On average, FlixBus US operates 3 trips per day from Bellingham to Vancouver, and the average ticket for this route costs only .

  • Greyhound is the largest nationwide bus 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 3 bus trips from Bellingham to Vancouver every day, with the average journey taking around 1 hours and 53 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Vancouver usually start from HUF 5,687.

  • Book Quick Coach from Bellingham to Vancouver from HUF 12,197. There are 3 trips per day offered by Quick Coach from Bellingham to Vancouver and you can expect on average to pay for a Quick Coach ticket to Vancouver. In Bellingham, Quick Coach departs to Vancouver from Bellingham International Airport . In Vancouver, Quick Coach arrives at Waterfront Station (In front of Grant Thornton Place) and one other station.

    An average trip on Quick Coach from Bellingham to Vancouver takes 2 hours and 15 minutes , while the fastest available Quick Coach trip will get you to Vancouver in 1 hours and 40 minutes .

    On weekends, Quick Coach offers 3 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Vancouver.

  • Book Quick Shuttle (Econo) from Bellingham to Vancouver from HUF 11,386. There are 3 trips per day offered by Quick Shuttle (Econo) from Bellingham to Vancouver and you can expect on average to pay for a Quick Shuttle (Econo) ticket to Vancouver. In Bellingham, Quick Shuttle (Econo) departs to Vancouver from Bellingham International Airport . In Vancouver, Quick Shuttle (Econo) arrives at Waterfront Station (In front of Grant Thornton Place) and one other station.

    An average trip on Quick Shuttle (Econo) from Bellingham to Vancouver takes 2 hours and 16 minutes , while the fastest available Quick Shuttle (Econo) trip will get you to Vancouver in 1 hours and 40 minutes .

    On weekends, Quick Shuttle (Econo) offers 3 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Vancouver.

  • Book Quick Shuttle (Flex+) from Bellingham to Vancouver from HUF 14,066. There are 3 trips per day offered by Quick Shuttle (Flex+) from Bellingham to Vancouver and you can expect on average to pay for a Quick Shuttle (Flex+) ticket to Vancouver. In Bellingham, Quick Shuttle (Flex+) departs to Vancouver from Bellingham International Airport . In Vancouver, Quick Shuttle (Flex+) arrives at Holiday Inn on Howe and one other station.

    An average trip on Quick Shuttle (Flex+) from Bellingham to Vancouver takes 2 hours and 16 minutes , while the fastest available Quick Shuttle (Flex+) trip will get you to Vancouver in 1 hours and 40 minutes .

    On weekends, Quick Shuttle (Flex+) offers 3 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Vancouver.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Bellingham to Vancouver

The bus takes an average of 2 hours and 34 minutes to cover the 47 miles from Bellingham to Vancouver. However, the fastest bus only takes an hour and 40 minutes. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie. 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.

Saturday is usually the day when buses are busiest, as many travelers take the bus to enjoy the weekend in Vancouver. 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 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 9:00am and the last bus leaves at 9:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Bellingham to Vancouver, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 11 scheduled buses that travel from Bellingham to Vancouver every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 10 direct buses, where you can stay on the same bus without having to transfer to a connecting bus at any point during your trip.

Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Bellingham to Vancouver; ticket prices start at HUF 5,023.44.

City Information

Bellingham

Bellingham, WA, US - BLH-0

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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 traveling 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 buses connect Bellingham to major cities in the Northwest like Seattle. Ambitious travelers can even travel to Bellingham by bus from Minneapolis! Bellingham's proximity to Canada makes it easy to travel to Vancouver, BC via bus 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

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 Bellingham?

Main departure station: Bellingham International Airport

Buses to Vancouver leave from 3 stations in Bellingham.

All bus stations in Bellingham:

  • Bellingham International Airport

  • 800 Lincoln St

  • 401 Harris Ave

Where does the bus arrive in Vancouver?

Vancouver, BC - Pacific Central Station - CAVACAMT-0

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Main arrival station: Pacific Central Station

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

All bus stations in Vancouver:

  • Pacific Central Station

  • Waterfront Station (In front of Grant Thornton Place)

  • Holiday Inn on Howe

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