How much is the bus ticket from Vancouver to Tacoma?

The cheapest bus tickets from Vancouver to Tacoma start from $48. The average price for this route is around $61. 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 Tacoma?

The average bus travel time from Vancouver to Tacoma is 7h 35m, covering a distance of 232 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 8m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the Vancouver to Tacoma route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak , FlixBus .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Vancouver to Tacoma?

The earliest bus departs from Vancouver to Tacoma at 9:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:00am.

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

A bus trip from Vancouver to Tacoma generates an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Vancouver to Tacoma?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5752 reviews.

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

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

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Vancouver to Tacoma?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus Vancouver to Tacoma from $95 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Vancouver to Tacoma on January 31
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + FlixBus	9:00am	Vancouver (Pacific Central Station)	7h 35m	4:35pm	Tacoma	Cheapest
	8:30am	Pacific Central Station	6h 35m	3:05pm	Tacoma Dome Station	Fastest
	8:30am	Pacific Central Station	6h 35m	3:05pm	Tacoma Dome Station	No tags
FlixBus + FlixBus	11:00am	Vancouver (Pacific Central Station)	6h 40m	5:40pm	Tacoma	No tags
	11:30am	Pacific Central Station	6h 55m	6:25pm	Tacoma Dome Station	No tags

Next departures for Vancouver to Tacoma on February 1
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
11:30am	Pacific Central Station	6h 55m	6:25pm	Tacoma Dome Station	Cheapest
5:30am	Pacific Central Station	5h 8m	10:38am	Tacoma Dome Station	Fastest
5:30am	Pacific Central Station	5h 8m	10:38am	Tacoma Dome Station	No tags
8:30am	Pacific Central Station	6h 35m	3:05pm	Tacoma Dome Station	No tags
8:30am	Pacific Central Station	6h 35m	3:05pm	Tacoma Dome Station	No tags

Next departures for Vancouver to Tacoma on February 2
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
8:30am	Pacific Central Station	6h 35m	3:05pm	Tacoma Dome Station	Cheapest
5:30am	Pacific Central Station	5h 8m	10:38am	Tacoma Dome Station	Fastest
5:30am	Pacific Central Station	5h 8m	10:38am	Tacoma Dome Station	No tags
5:30am	Pacific Central Station	7h 25m	12:55pm	Tacoma Dome Station	No tags
5:30am	Pacific Central Station	7h 25m	12:55pm	Tacoma Dome Station	No tags

Next departures for Vancouver to Tacoma on February 3
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
8:30am	Pacific Central Station	6h 35m	3:05pm	Tacoma Dome Station	Cheapest
5:30am	Pacific Central Station	5h 8m	10:38am	Tacoma Dome Station	Fastest
5:30am	Pacific Central Station	5h 8m	10:38am	Tacoma Dome Station	No tags
5:30am	Pacific Central Station	7h 25m	12:55pm	Tacoma Dome Station	No tags
5:30am	Pacific Central Station	7h 25m	12:55pm	Tacoma Dome Station	No tags

Next departures for Vancouver to Tacoma on February 4
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
5:30am	Pacific Central Station	7h 25m	12:55pm	Tacoma Dome Station	Cheapest
5:30am	Pacific Central Station	5h 8m	10:38am	Tacoma Dome Station	Fastest
5:30am	Pacific Central Station	5h 8m	10:38am	Tacoma Dome Station	No tags
5:30am	Pacific Central Station	7h 25m	12:55pm	Tacoma Dome Station	No tags
8:30am	Pacific Central Station	6h 35m	3:05pm	Tacoma Dome Station	No tags

Next departures for Vancouver to Tacoma on February 5
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
8:30am	Pacific Central Station	6h 35m	3:05pm	Tacoma Dome Station	Cheapest
5:30am	Pacific Central Station	5h 8m	10:38am	Tacoma Dome Station	Fastest
5:30am	Pacific Central Station	5h 8m	10:38am	Tacoma Dome Station	No tags
5:30am	Pacific Central Station	7h 25m	12:55pm	Tacoma Dome Station	No tags
5:30am	Pacific Central Station	7h 25m	12:55pm	Tacoma Dome Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 11:10 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Vancouver to Tacoma

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Tacoma. The journey takes about 5 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $57, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

5h 40mAverage Duration

232 kmDistance

21kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$48 - $107	Average Duration7h 35m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$57 - $134	Average Duration5h 40m	CO₂ emissions 21kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55,752 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wi‑Fi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/512,164 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Vancouver, CA to Tacoma 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 Tacoma?
The cheapest bus tickets from Vancouver to Tacoma start from $48. The average price for this route is around $61. 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 Tacoma?
The average bus travel time from Vancouver to Tacoma is 7h 35m, covering a distance of 232 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 8m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Vancouver to Tacoma route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Vancouver to Tacoma?
The earliest bus departs from Vancouver to Tacoma at 9:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:00am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Vancouver to Tacoma?
A bus trip from Vancouver to Tacoma generates an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Vancouver to Tacoma?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5752 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Vancouver to Tacoma?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Vancouver to Tacoma?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Vancouver to Tacoma?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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

01-29

$104

01-30

$101

Today

$104

02-01

$108

02-02

$101

02-03

$95

02-04

$95

02-05

$101

The cheapest trip from Vancouver, CA to Tacoma was searched and found on Feb 3, 2026 with a price of $95

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 Tacoma, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $95 to $311 for a bus ticket from Vancouver, CA to Tacoma based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $95 which is on 2026-02-03.