How much is the bus ticket from Vancouver to Salmon Arm?

The cheapest bus tickets from Vancouver to Salmon Arm start from $78. The average price for this route is around $136. 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 Salmon Arm?

The average bus travel time from Vancouver to Salmon Arm is 7h 40m, covering a distance of 315 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 20m and is operated by Ebus .

Which bus companies service the Vancouver to Salmon Arm route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Ebus , Rider Express .

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

The earliest bus departs from Vancouver to Salmon Arm at 6:30am. And the latest bus departs at 3:00pm.

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

A bus trip from Vancouver to Salmon Arm generates an estimated 7.871599999999999 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 Salmon Arm?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Ebus , with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 15100 reviews.

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

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Ebus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Ebus , with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Vancouver to Salmon Arm?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Ebus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Bus Vancouver to Salmon Arm from $70 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Vancouver to Salmon Arm on April 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:15am	Pacific Central Station (Main entrance)	6h 40m	2:55pm	Westgate Public Market, 2090 10 Ave SW #101	Cheapest
Bus	8:00am	Vancouver Pacific Station	6h 20m	2:20pm	Centenoka Park Mall, NW Parking lot	Fastest
Bus	6:30am	Vancouver Pacific Station	7h 50m	2:20pm	Centenoka Park Mall, NW Parking lot	No tags
Bus	3:00pm	Pacific Central Station (Main entrance)	7h 10m	10:10pm	Westgate Public Market, 2090 10 Ave SW #101	No tags
Bus	6:30am	Vancouver Pacific Station	7h 50m	2:20pm	Centenoka Park Mall, NW Parking lot	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 6:09 PM PDT.

Get from Vancouver to Salmon Arm

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 7 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $78, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

7h 40mAverage Duration

315 kmDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Vancouver and Salmon Arm?

Stops in Vancouver

A
Pacific Central Station
1150 Station St, Vancouver, BC V6A 4C7, Canada
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B
Vancouver International Airport
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C
Holiday Inn Howe
1110 Howe St, Vancouver, BC V6Z 1R2, Canada
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D
Canada Place
999 Canada Pl, Vancouver, BC V6C 3E1, Canada
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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 Salmon Arm

A
3MD Management Bus Stop
50 10 St SW, Salmon Arm, BC V1E 1E4

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Ebus

4.5/515,100 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.7

Wi‑Fi3.8

Users have shared positive experiences with timely departures, friendly and helpful drivers, and clean transportation. However, some mentioned occasional delays due to traffic or construction beyond the driver's control. A few users expressed a desire for more stops to buy coffee and bathroom facilities in Kamloops.

Ebus Vancouver Salmon Arm recent customer reviews

All was good, only would have liked to have a stop somewhere where I could buy a coffee.

Glenda V.

September 16, 2023

The ride was perfect the only complaint was the driver of the first part of the trip I’m not sure but was

Toni H.

August 15, 2023

Bus left very late from Kamloops. No explanation to the waiting passengers other than it had gone to get gas. We arrived over an hour late in Salmon Arm.

Catherine S.

May 2, 2023

Rider Express

4/518,312 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wi‑Fi3.6

Passengers have shared positive experiences with the bus service, highlighting friendly and professional drivers who skillfully navigated challenging weather conditions. The buses were generally clean and comfortable, providing a pleasant journey overall. However, some travelers mentioned minor inconveniences such as unclear boarding locations at certain stations and occasional delays due to external factors like snowfall or passenger behavior during stops.

Rider Express Vancouver Salmon Arm recent customer reviews

Drivers were friendly and professional. Darrel fixed electrical problem when bus lost power .

Cathy M.

November 10, 2025

It’s hard to know where to catch the bus when one first arrives at Pacific National Station. It would be nice to have a rider information station (housed by a real Human) inside the building to direct people where to go.

Deborah A.

August 2, 2025

It was fine. The coach was clean, the drivers were polite and safe, the announcements were clear. Very well done.

Glen R.

May 28, 2025

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Vancouver, CA to Salmon Arm 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 Salmon Arm?
The cheapest bus tickets from Vancouver to Salmon Arm start from $78. The average price for this route is around $136. 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 Salmon Arm?
The average bus travel time from Vancouver to Salmon Arm is 7h 40m, covering a distance of 315 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 20m and is operated by Ebus.
Which bus companies service the Vancouver to Salmon Arm route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Ebus, Rider Express.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Vancouver to Salmon Arm?
The earliest bus departs from Vancouver to Salmon Arm at 6:30am. And the latest bus departs at 3:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Vancouver to Salmon Arm?
A bus trip from Vancouver to Salmon Arm generates an estimated 7.871599999999999 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 Salmon Arm?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Ebus, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 15100 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Vancouver to Salmon Arm?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Ebus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Vancouver to Salmon Arm?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Ebus, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Vancouver to Salmon Arm?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Ebus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 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

03-30

$102

03-31

$101

Today

$101

04-02

$101

04-03

$101

04-04

$102

04-05

$102

04-06

$102

The cheapest trip from Vancouver, CA to Salmon Arm was searched and found on Apr 2, 2026 with a price of $101

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 Salmon Arm, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $101 to $148 for a bus ticket from Vancouver, CA to Salmon Arm based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $101 which is on 2026-04-02.

Usually Ebus 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.