How much is the bus ticket from Vancouver to Seattle?

The cheapest bus tickets from Vancouver to Seattle start from $41. The average price for this route is around $46. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Vancouver to Seattle?

The average bus trip duration from Vancouver to Seattle is 4h 15m, covering a distance of 122 miles (196 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 30m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Vancouver to Seattle route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 31 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Quick Shuttle , Amtrak , Greyhound .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Vancouver to Seattle?

The earliest bus departs from Vancouver to Seattle at 5:30am. And the latest bus departs at 6:00pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Vancouver to Seattle?

A bus trip from Vancouver to Seattle generates an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Vancouver to Seattle?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Quick Shuttle , with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars based on 1370 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Vancouver to Seattle?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Vancouver to Seattle?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Quick Shuttle , with a punctuality rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Vancouver to Seattle?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Quick Shuttle , with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Bus Vancouver to Seattle from $35 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Vancouver to Seattle on November 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:55am	Holiday Inn Howe	4h 40m	11:35am	Washington State Convention Center	Cheapest
Bus	5:30am	Pacific Central Station	3h 30m	9:00am	Seattle King Street Station	Fastest
Bus	8:30am	Pacific Central Station	3h 45m	12:15pm	Seattle King Street Station	No tags
Bus	6:55am	Holiday Inn Howe	4h 40m	11:35am	Washington State Convention Center	No tags
Bus	7:00am	Vancouver (Pacific Central Station)	3h 50m	10:50am	Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures for Vancouver to Seattle on November 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:55am	Holiday Inn Howe	4h 40m	11:35am	Washington State Convention Center	Cheapest
Bus	5:30am	Pacific Central Station	3h 30m	9:00am	Seattle King Street Station	Fastest
Bus	8:30am	Pacific Central Station	3h 45m	12:15pm	Seattle King Street Station	No tags
Bus	6:55am	Holiday Inn Howe	4h 40m	11:35am	Washington State Convention Center	No tags
Bus	7:00am	Vancouver (Pacific Central Station)	3h 50m	10:50am	Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures for Vancouver to Seattle on December 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:55am	Holiday Inn Howe	4h 40m	11:35am	Washington State Convention Center	Cheapest
Bus	5:30am	Pacific Central Station	3h 30m	9:00am	Seattle King Street Station	Fastest
Bus	8:30am	Pacific Central Station	3h 45m	12:15pm	Seattle King Street Station	No tags
Bus	6:55am	Holiday Inn Howe	4h 40m	11:35am	Washington State Convention Center	No tags
Bus	7:00am	Vancouver (Pacific Central Station)	3h 50m	10:50am	Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures for Vancouver to Seattle on December 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:30pm	Vancouver (Pacific Central Station)	4h 25m	6:55pm	Greyhound Station	Cheapest
Bus	5:30am	Pacific Central Station	3h 30m	9:00am	Seattle King Street Station	Fastest
Bus	8:30am	Pacific Central Station	3h 45m	12:15pm	Seattle King Street Station	No tags
Bus	7:00am	Vancouver (Pacific Central Station)	3h 50m	10:50am	Greyhound Station	No tags
Bus	11:30am	Pacific Central Station	4h	3:30pm	Seattle King Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Vancouver to Seattle on December 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:00am	Vancouver (Pacific Central Station)	3h 50m	10:50am	Greyhound Station	Cheapest
Bus	5:30am	Pacific Central Station	3h 30m	9:00am	Seattle King Street Station	Fastest
Bus	8:30am	Pacific Central Station	3h 45m	12:15pm	Seattle King Street Station	No tags
Bus	9:00am	Vancouver (Pacific Central Station)	4h 20m	1:20pm	Greyhound Station	No tags
Bus	11:30am	Pacific Central Station	4h	3:30pm	Seattle King Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Vancouver to Seattle on December 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:00am	Vancouver (Pacific Central Station)	3h 50m	10:50am	Greyhound Station	Cheapest
Bus	5:30am	Pacific Central Station	3h 30m	9:00am	Seattle King Street Station	Fastest
Bus	8:30am	Pacific Central Station	3h 45m	12:15pm	Seattle King Street Station	No tags
Bus	9:00am	Vancouver (Pacific Central Station)	4h 20m	1:20pm	Greyhound Station	No tags
Bus	6:00pm	Vancouver (Pacific Central Station)	4h 15m	10:15pm	Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures for Vancouver to Seattle on December 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:55am	Holiday Inn Howe	4h 40m	11:35am	Washington State Convention Center	Cheapest
Bus	5:30am	Pacific Central Station	3h 30m	9:00am	Seattle King Street Station	Fastest
Bus	8:30am	Pacific Central Station	3h 45m	12:15pm	Seattle King Street Station	No tags
Bus	6:55am	Holiday Inn Howe	4h 40m	11:35am	Washington State Convention Center	No tags
Bus	7:00am	Vancouver (Pacific Central Station)	3h 50m	10:50am	Greyhound Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Vancouver to Seattle

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Seattle. The journey takes about 4 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $41, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

31bus per day

4h 15mAverage Duration

122 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$41 - $110	Average Duration4h 15m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$40 - $93	Average Duration4h 25m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Vancouver and Seattle?

Stops in Vancouver

A
Pacific Central Station
1150 Station St, Vancouver, BC V6A 4C7, Canada
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B
Holiday Inn Howe
1110 Howe St, Vancouver, BC V6Z 1R2, Canada
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C
Canada Place
999 Canada Pl, Vancouver, BC V6C 3E1, Canada
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D
Vancouver International Airport
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E
Vancouver Harbour Flight Centre
1055 Canada Pl, Vancouver, BC V6C 3E2, Canada
F
Coal Harbour
510 Nicola St, Vancouver, BC V6G 3E7, Canada

Stops in Seattle

A
Greyhound Station
503 S Royal Brougham Way, Seattle, WA 98134, USA
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B
Pier 91
2001 W Garfield St, Seattle WA 98119, USA
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C
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
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D
Washington State Convention Center
705 Pike St, Seattle WA 98101, USA, , Pick-up is at the Charter Bus Loading Zone on 8th Avenue at the corner of 8th Ave. and Pike Street.
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E
Pier 66
2203 Alaskan Way, Seattle WA 98121, USA
F
International District
700-822 5th Ave S, Seattle, WA 98104, USA

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,470 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Passengers frequently praise the bus service for its friendly and professional drivers, who provide clear instructions and ensure a safe journey. The buses are often described as clean and comfortable, with punctual departures being highlighted in several reviews. However, some passengers noted issues such as non-functional Wi-Fi or late arrivals at destinations.

FlixBus Vancouver Seattle recent customer reviews

They cancelled my 4:30 bus at the last minute with no prior intimation and put me on the 6 pm bus causing a lot of inconvenience

Sonal K.

November 15, 2025

The bus was clean and comfortable but lacked a place to put a book or a water bottle.

Lorraine S.

September 2, 2025

Easy to book on the app, finding the right area to board, better signage and directions in the terminal would be helpful

Miguel H.

July 8, 2025

Quick Shuttle

4.5/51,373 reviews

Staff4.9

Timeliness4.5

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi3.3

Passengers frequently commend the bus service for its friendly and professional drivers, who are often described as helpful and accommodating. The buses are generally clean, comfortable, and punctual. However, some users noted concerns about the lack of seat belts on board or found information regarding boarding locations to be somewhat confusing when booking online.

Quick Shuttle Vancouver Seattle recent customer reviews

It was a good trip with proper information given and helpful with the bags. Overall, no hitches

Claudelle L.

November 10, 2025

It was overall a very smooth and easy experience. The driver was so nice and helped make the trip

Sophie M.

September 19, 2025

It was pleasant presentation, informative with no issues, only one single thing as a smoker, I can not have chance even for one smoke at the stop points. Overall trip was nice and fast, one hour ahead of schedule 👍

Olexandr G.

September 4, 2025

Amtrak

4/55,611 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Passengers consistently praise the drivers for their friendliness, helpfulness, and excellent service. The buses are noted to be clean and punctual, providing a pleasant travel experience overall. However, some travelers mentioned a lack of WiFi on board as an area that could enhance future journeys.

Amtrak Vancouver Seattle recent customer reviews

First point of contact at the terminal when scaling in luggage, she was very unhelpful and rude

Hassan P.

August 27, 2025

Staff were very friendly. However, the train interior was unbelievably filthy. I have traveled many parts of the world and have never seen such filthy seats and floor . I really hope that remodeling can take place soon.

Claire Lichiu Y.

July 14, 2025

Absolutely great. Except in Seattle the floor announcer lied/didn't know what he was talking about, when he said in the inbound bus was still at the border, we should transfer to the rail. The bus turned up five minutes later.

Zip D.

April 14, 2025

Greyhound

3.5/587,407 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Travelers have shared positive experiences with this bus service, highlighting the clean and comfortable buses along with friendly drivers who provide helpful assistance. The journeys are generally on time and offer a pleasant travel experience. However, some users noted that the Wi-Fi was not functioning properly during their trips.

Greyhound Lines, Inc. Vancouver Seattle recent customer reviews

The bus driver was really friendly and helped us to know what we have to do to get through boarder controll

Maren S.

April 3, 2025

It was a comfortable ride. The only issue was that wifi was not working. It was connection but it wasn't even able to load whatsapp messages. Everything else was good.

Abhinav A.

December 24, 2024

Air conditioning didn’t work for the entire journey. The driver on entering some town half an hour before Seattle,expressed that he seemed to have lost his way.

Gokulananda D.

June 18, 2024

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Vancouver, CA to Seattle by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Vancouver to Seattle?
The cheapest bus tickets from Vancouver to Seattle start from $41. The average price for this route is around $46. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Vancouver to Seattle?
The average bus trip duration from Vancouver to Seattle is 4h 15m, covering a distance of 122 miles (196 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 30m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Vancouver to Seattle route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 31 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Quick Shuttle, Amtrak, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Vancouver to Seattle?
The earliest bus departs from Vancouver to Seattle at 5:30am. And the latest bus departs at 6:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Vancouver to Seattle?
A bus trip from Vancouver to Seattle generates an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Vancouver to Seattle?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Quick Shuttle, with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars based on 1370 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Vancouver to Seattle?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Vancouver to Seattle?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Quick Shuttle, with a punctuality rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Vancouver to Seattle?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Quick Shuttle, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11/26

$55

11/27

$55

Today

$55

11/29

$36

11/30

$36

12/01

$36

12/02

$36

12/03

$35

The cheapest trip from Vancouver, CA to Seattle was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $35

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Vancouver, CA to Seattle, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $35 to $112 for a bus ticket from Vancouver, CA to Seattle based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $35 which is on 2025-12-03.

Usually FlixBus, Amtrak will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.