How much is the bus ticket from Vancouver to Seattle?

The cheapest bus tickets from Vancouver to Seattle start at R 561. The average price for this route is around R 792. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Vancouver to Seattle?

The average bus journey time from Vancouver to Seattle is 4h 15m, covering a distance of 196 km. The fastest bus gets 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 32 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 05:30. And the latest bus departs at 18:00.

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

A bus trip from Vancouver to Seattle produces an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

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 1374 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 offers the most punctual service from Vancouver to Seattle?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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 R 477 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Vancouver to Seattle on 6 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	18:00	Vancouver (Pacific Central Station)	4h 15m	22:15	Greyhound Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Vancouver to Seattle on 7 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:55	Holiday Inn Howe	4h 40m	11:35	Washington State Convention Center	Cheapest
Bus	05:30	Pacific Central Station	3h 30m	09:00	Seattle King Street Station	Fastest
Bus	08:30	Pacific Central Station	3h 45m	12:15	Seattle King Street Station	No tags
Bus	06:55	Holiday Inn Howe	4h 40m	11:35	Washington State Convention Center	No tags
Bus	07:00	Vancouver (Pacific Central Station)	3h 50m	10:50	Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from Vancouver to Seattle on 8 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:55	Holiday Inn Howe	4h 40m	11:35	Washington State Convention Center	Cheapest
Bus	05:30	Pacific Central Station	3h 30m	09:00	Seattle King Street Station	Fastest
Bus	08:30	Pacific Central Station	3h 45m	12:15	Seattle King Street Station	No tags
Bus	06:55	Holiday Inn Howe	4h 40m	11:35	Washington State Convention Center	No tags
Bus	07:00	Vancouver (Pacific Central Station)	3h 50m	10:50	Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from Vancouver to Seattle on 9 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:55	Holiday Inn Howe	4h 40m	13:35	Washington State Convention Center	Cheapest
Bus	05:30	Pacific Central Station	3h 30m	09:00	Seattle King Street Station	Fastest
Bus	08:30	Pacific Central Station	3h 45m	12:15	Seattle King Street Station	No tags
Bus	08:55	Holiday Inn Howe	4h 40m	13:35	Washington State Convention Center	No tags
Bus	07:00	Vancouver (Pacific Central Station)	3h 50m	10:50	Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from Vancouver to Seattle on 10 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:55	Holiday Inn Howe	4h 40m	13:35	Washington State Convention Center	Cheapest
Bus	05:30	Pacific Central Station	3h 30m	09:00	Seattle King Street Station	Fastest
Bus	08:30	Pacific Central Station	3h 45m	12:15	Seattle King Street Station	No tags
Bus	08:55	Holiday Inn Howe	4h 40m	13:35	Washington State Convention Center	No tags
Bus	07:00	Vancouver (Pacific Central Station)	3h 50m	10:50	Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from Vancouver to Seattle on 11 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:55	Holiday Inn Howe	4h 40m	13:35	Washington State Convention Center	Cheapest
Bus	05:30	Pacific Central Station	3h 30m	09:00	Seattle King Street Station	Fastest
Bus	08:30	Pacific Central Station	3h 45m	12:15	Seattle King Street Station	No tags
Bus	08:55	Holiday Inn Howe	4h 40m	13:35	Washington State Convention Center	No tags
Bus	07:00	Vancouver (Pacific Central Station)	3h 50m	10:50	Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from Vancouver to Seattle on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:55	Holiday Inn Howe	4h 40m	11:35	Washington State Convention Center	Cheapest
Bus	05:30	Pacific Central Station	3h 30m	09:00	Seattle King Street Station	Fastest
Bus	08:30	Pacific Central Station	3h 45m	12:15	Seattle King Street Station	No tags
Bus	06:55	Holiday Inn Howe	4h 40m	11:35	Washington State Convention Center	No tags
Bus	07:00	Vancouver (Pacific Central Station)	3h 50m	10:50	Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from Vancouver to Seattle on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:55	Holiday Inn Howe	4h 40m	11:35	Washington State Convention Center	Cheapest
Bus	05:30	Pacific Central Station	3h 30m	09:00	Seattle King Street Station	Fastest
Bus	08:30	Pacific Central Station	3h 45m	12:15	Seattle King Street Station	No tags
Bus	06:55	Holiday Inn Howe	4h 40m	11:35	Washington State Convention Center	No tags
Bus	07:00	Vancouver (Pacific Central Station)	3h 50m	10:50	Greyhound Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 8:31 AM PST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Vancouver to Seattle

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Seattle. The journey takes about 4 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just R 561, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

32bus per day

4h 15mAverage duration

196 kmDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 561 - R 1 898	Average duration4h 15m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 686 - R 1 602	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
Canada Place
999 Canada Pl, Vancouver, BC V6C 3E1, Canada
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C
Holiday Inn Howe
1110 Howe St, Vancouver, BC V6Z 1R2, Canada
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D
Vancouver International Airport
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
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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D
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
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

3.5/511 538 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.

15 November 2025

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

Lorraine S.

2 September 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.

8 July 2025

Quick Shuttle

4.5/51 374 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.

10 November 2025

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

Sophie M.

19 September 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.

4 September 2025

Amtrak

4/55 627 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.

27 August 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.

14 July 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.

14 April 2025

Greyhound

3.5/587 416 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.

3 April 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.

24 December 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.

18 June 2024

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

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

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ 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 at R 561. The average price for this route is around R 792. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Vancouver to Seattle?
The average bus journey time from Vancouver to Seattle is 4h 15m, covering a distance of 196 km. The fastest bus gets 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 32 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 05:30. And the latest bus departs at 18:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Vancouver to Seattle?
A bus trip from Vancouver to Seattle produces an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
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 1374 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 offers the most punctual service from Vancouver to Seattle?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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

04/12

R 833

05/12

R 902

Today

R 625

07/12

R 625

08/12

R 625

09/12

R 625

10/12

R 625

11/12

R 625

The cheapest trip from Vancouver, CA to Seattle was searched and found on 06 Dec 2025 with a price of R 625

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 R 625 to R 955 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 R 625, which is on 2025-12-07.

Usually 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.