Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Greyhound Station | Ellensburg (CWU) | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Bus | Greyhound Station | Ellensburg (CWU) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA) | Ellensburg (CWU) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | University of Washington | Ellensburg (CWU) | No tags |
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Get from Seattle to Ellensburg
The journey takes about 2 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just $46, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Seattle to Ellensburg 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 Seattle to Ellensburg?
The cheapest bus tickets from Seattle to Ellensburg start from $46. The average price for this route is around $81. 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 Seattle to Ellensburg?
The average bus travel time from Seattle to Ellensburg is 2h 25m, covering a distance of 143 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 45m and is operated by Northwestern.
Which bus companies service the Seattle to Ellensburg route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Northwestern.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Seattle to Ellensburg?
The earliest bus departs from Seattle to Ellensburg at 8:45am. And the latest bus departs at 11:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Seattle to Ellensburg?
A bus trip from Seattle to Ellensburg generates an estimated 4 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 Seattle to Ellensburg?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Northwestern, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 4 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Seattle to Ellensburg?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Seattle to Ellensburg?
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 Seattle to Ellensburg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Northwestern, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Seattle to Ellensburg was searched and found on Dec 5, 2025 with a price of $43To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Seattle to Ellensburg, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $43 to $120 for a bus ticket from Seattle to Ellensburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $43 which is on 2025-12-05.
