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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Pacific Central Station (Main entrance) | Southgate Transit Center | CheapestFastest | |||||
| Pacific Central Station (Main entrance) | Edmonton Downtown | No tags | |||||
| YVR | Edmonton Downtown | No tags | |||||
| YVR | Southgate Transit Center | No tags | |||||
| Pacific Central Station (Main entrance) | Kingsway LRT Station | No tags | |||||
| YVR | Kingsway LRT Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Vancouver to Edmonton
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Edmonton. The journey takes about 20 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $229, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Vancouver and Edmonton
Stops in Vancouver
- A
Pacific Central Station
1150 Station St, Vancouver, BC V6A 4C7, Canada - C
Holiday Inn Howe
1110 Howe St, Vancouver, BC V6Z 1R2, Canada - D
Canada Place
999 Canada Pl, Vancouver, BC V6C 3E1, Canada - 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 Edmonton
- A
Downtown Edmonton, 10014 104 St NW
10014 104 St NW, Edmonton, AB T5J, Canada - B
Downtown - 10180 105 St NW
10180 105 St NW, Next to Fountain Tire, Edmonton, AB, T5J 1C9, Canada - D
Northgate Rosslyn Hotel
13648-13668 97 St NW, Edmonton, AB T5E 4E2, Canada - E
U of A
117 Street & 87 Avenue, Stop 2666, Edmonton, AB T6G, Canada - F
Peter's Drive-In
5151 Calgary Trail NW, Edmonton, AB T6H 5X6, Canada
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Passengers have shared positive experiences, highlighting the cleanliness of buses and commendable service from friendly drivers who prioritize passenger safety. The journey is often comfortable with good Wi-Fi and security measures in place. However, some reviews mention dissatisfaction with transfer waits and occasional issues like non-functional Wi-Fi or uncomfortable seating during long trips.
Rider Express Vancouver Edmonton recent customer reviews
The wifi didn’t work, the seats felt equivalent to sleeping in a jail cell and the bathroom kept opening up like exes legs
Anthony P.
Well considering im still not in Edmonton it suck missed some very important things
Ric S.
as a first time bus passenger i could tell that my experienced is amazing, staff are all very friendly and accomodating. 10/10
Adeste S.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Vancouver, CA to Edmonton 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 Edmonton?
The cheapest bus tickets from Vancouver to Edmonton start from $229. The average price for this route is around $257. 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 Edmonton?
The average bus travel time from Vancouver to Edmonton is 20h 10m, covering a distance of 819 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 18h 40m and is operated by Rider Express.
Which bus companies service the Vancouver to Edmonton route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Vancouver to Edmonton?
The earliest bus departs from Vancouver to Edmonton at 2:00pm. And the latest bus departs at 3:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Vancouver to Edmonton?
A bus trip from Vancouver to Edmonton generates an estimated 20.455424999999998 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Vancouver, CA to Edmonton was searched and found on Oct 2, 2026 with a price of $208To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Vancouver, CA to Edmonton, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $208 to $310 for a bus ticket from Vancouver, CA to Edmonton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $209 which is on 2026-10-04.
