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Museum of Anthropology at UBC
Anthropology museum at UBC with remarkable Pacific Northwest Coast works, world cultures collections and a dramatic setting by the water.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£27
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£28
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
3 h 15 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
3 h 39 m
Buses on 18 Sept
4
Distance
187 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Kirkland, WA to Vancouver, BC is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kirkland, WA to Vancouver, BC will cost around £28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £27.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 4 buses from Kirkland, WA to Vancouver, BC, including 4 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 187 km distance in an average of 3 h 39 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 5 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Kirkland, WA to Vancouver, BC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £46 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 6m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £46, while a flight costs an average of £173.
Distance: 187 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£46 Average Price Cheapest | £56 Average Price | £173 Average Price |
4h 24m Average total duration 3h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 4m Average total duration 3h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 6m Average total duration Fastest 1h 6m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Kirkland, WA to Vancouver, BC:
A coach is £11 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Kirkland, WA to Vancouver, BC costing on average £56.
A coach is £128 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Kirkland, WA to Vancouver, BC costing on average £173.
Other travel options to Vancouver, BC take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 34m.
Coach takes on average 3h 54m.
The table below shows live departures for Kirkland, WA to Vancouver, BC coaches for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 13:25 Seattle, Northeast Campus Parkway / 12th Avenue NE (University of Washington), WA | 3h40 | 17:05 Vancouver, Station St (Pacific Central Station) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 15:25 Seattle, Northeast Campus Parkway / 12th Avenue NE (University of Washington), WA | 4h05 | 19:30 Vancouver, Station St (Pacific Central Station) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 20:50 Seattle, Northeast Campus Parkway / 12th Avenue NE (University of Washington), WA | 3h15 | 0:05 Vancouver, Station St (Pacific Central Station) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Kirkland, WA to Vancouver, BC run on average 15 times per day, taking around 3h 54m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £46 if you book in advance.
There are 13 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 05:30, the last at 18:00. The fastest coach covers the 187 km distance in 3h 35m.
Distance 187 km |
Average bus duration 3h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £46 |
Buses per day 15 |
Direct buses 13 |
Fastest bus 3h 35m |
First bus 5:30 |
Last bus 18:00 |
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Anthropology museum at UBC with remarkable Pacific Northwest Coast works, world cultures collections and a dramatic setting by the water.
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Tip 15-20% in restaurants, 10-15% for taxis, and round up or tip a little at cafés. Some venues add gratuity for large groups.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kirkland, WA to Vancouver, BC by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Vancouver, BC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Kirkland, WA to Vancouver, BC buses use the Seattle, Northeast Campus Parkway / 12th Avenue NE (University of Washington) to Vancouver, Station St (Pacific Central Station) station pair. Use this guide to compare Kirkland, WA and Vancouver, BC bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Vancouver, Station St (Pacific Central Station) is 3 km from Vancouver city centre. Public transport options include:
Vancouver, Station St (Pacific Central Station) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafe and vending machines available.
Free Wi-Fi available in the waiting area. ATMs are aTM located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Vancouver, Station St (Pacific Central Station).
Available at Vancouver, Station St (Pacific Central Station): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Vancouver, Station St (Pacific Central Station): Wheelchair accessible with ramps and elevators.