How much is the bus ticket from Seattle to Olympia?

The cheapest bus tickets from Seattle to Olympia start from $26. The average price for this route is around $29. 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 Olympia?

The average bus travel time from Seattle to Olympia is 1h 45m, covering a distance of 71 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 20m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Seattle to Olympia route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Seattle to Olympia?

The earliest bus departs from Seattle to Olympia at 2:40pm. And the latest bus departs at 5:05pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Seattle to Olympia?

A bus trip from Seattle to Olympia generates an estimated 1.7619 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Bus Seattle to Olympia from $20 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Seattle to Olympia on June 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:40pm	Greyhound Station	1h 45m	6:25pm	Intercity Transit	Cheapest
Bus	5:05pm	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	1h 20m	6:25pm	Intercity Transit	Fastest
Bus	3:20pm	Greyhound Station	2h 10m	5:30pm	Intercity Transit	No tags
Bus	3:55pm	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	1h 35m	5:30pm	Intercity Transit	No tags
Bus	2:40pm	University of Washington	2h 50m	5:30pm	Intercity Transit	No tags

Next departures for Seattle to Olympia on June 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:40pm	Greyhound Station	1h 45m	6:25pm	Intercity Transit	Cheapest
Bus	5:05pm	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	1h 20m	6:25pm	Intercity Transit	Fastest
Bus	3:20pm	Greyhound Station	2h 10m	5:30pm	Intercity Transit	No tags
Bus	3:55pm	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	1h 35m	5:30pm	Intercity Transit	No tags
Bus	2:40pm	University of Washington	2h 50m	5:30pm	Intercity Transit	No tags

Next departures for Seattle to Olympia on June 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:20pm	Greyhound Station	2h 10m	5:30pm	Intercity Transit	Cheapest
Bus	5:05pm	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	1h 20m	6:25pm	Intercity Transit	Fastest
Bus	4:40pm	Greyhound Station	1h 45m	6:25pm	Intercity Transit	No tags
Bus	3:55pm	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	1h 35m	5:30pm	Intercity Transit	No tags
Bus	2:40pm	University of Washington	2h 50m	5:30pm	Intercity Transit	No tags

Next departures for Seattle to Olympia on June 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:40pm	Greyhound Station	1h 45m	6:25pm	Intercity Transit	Cheapest
Bus	5:05pm	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	1h 20m	6:25pm	Intercity Transit	Fastest
Bus	3:20pm	Greyhound Station	2h 10m	5:30pm	Intercity Transit	No tags
Bus	3:55pm	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	1h 35m	5:30pm	Intercity Transit	No tags
Bus	2:40pm	University of Washington	2h 50m	5:30pm	Intercity Transit	No tags

Next departures for Seattle to Olympia on June 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:20pm	Greyhound Station	2h 10m	5:30pm	Intercity Transit	Cheapest
Bus	5:05pm	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	1h 20m	6:25pm	Intercity Transit	Fastest
Bus	4:40pm	Greyhound Station	1h 45m	6:25pm	Intercity Transit	No tags
Bus	3:55pm	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	1h 35m	5:30pm	Intercity Transit	No tags
Bus	2:40pm	University of Washington	2h 50m	5:30pm	Intercity Transit	No tags

Next departures for Seattle to Olympia on June 9
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:20pm	Greyhound Station	2h 10m	5:30pm	Intercity Transit	Cheapest
Bus	5:05pm	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	1h 20m	6:25pm	Intercity Transit	Fastest
Bus	4:40pm	Greyhound Station	1h 45m	6:25pm	Intercity Transit	No tags
Bus	3:55pm	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	1h 35m	5:30pm	Intercity Transit	No tags
Bus	2:40pm	University of Washington	2h 50m	5:30pm	Intercity Transit	No tags

Next departures for Seattle to Olympia on June 10
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:20pm	Greyhound Station	2h 10m	5:30pm	Intercity Transit	Cheapest
Bus	5:05pm	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	1h 20m	6:25pm	Intercity Transit	Fastest
Bus	4:40pm	Greyhound Station	1h 45m	6:25pm	Intercity Transit	No tags
Bus	3:55pm	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	1h 35m	5:30pm	Intercity Transit	No tags
Bus	2:40pm	University of Washington	2h 50m	5:30pm	Intercity Transit	No tags

Next departures for Seattle to Olympia on June 11
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:20pm	Greyhound Station	2h 10m	5:30pm	Intercity Transit	Cheapest
Bus	5:05pm	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	1h 20m	6:25pm	Intercity Transit	Fastest
Bus	4:40pm	Greyhound Station	1h 45m	6:25pm	Intercity Transit	No tags
Bus	3:55pm	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	1h 35m	5:30pm	Intercity Transit	No tags
Bus	2:40pm	University of Washington	2h 50m	5:30pm	Intercity Transit	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Seattle to Olympia

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Olympia. The journey takes about 1 hour 19 minutes, and with fares starting at just $25, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6train per day

1h 19mAverage Duration

77 kmDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$26 - $71	Average Duration1h 45m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$25 - $73	Average Duration1h 19m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Seattle and Olympia?

Stops in Seattle

A
Greyhound Station
503 S Royal Brougham Way, Seattle, WA 98134, USA
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B
Seattle-International Airport (SEA)
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C
Washington State Convention Center
705 Pike St, Seattle WA 98101, USA, , Pick-up is at the Charter Bus Loading Zone on 8th Avenue at the corner of 8th Ave. and Pike Street.
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D
Pier 91
2001 W Garfield St, Seattle WA 98119, USA
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E
Pier 66
2203 Alaskan Way, Seattle WA 98121, USA
F
International District
700-822 5th Ave S, Seattle, WA 98104, USA

Stops in Olympia

A
Olympia Transit Center
205 Franklin St NE, Olympia, WA 98501, USA

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FlixBus

3.5/512,769 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

Based on 12769 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at $26

FlixBus Seattle Olympia recent customer reviews

Easy to sign up...easy to board. All very good service - buses exceptionally clean and new ++

Aletia A.

May 27, 2023

US bus companies:FlixBus, Greyhound, Futura, Elite, Chihuahuenses, Tufesa, Valley Transit

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Seattle to Olympia 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 Olympia?
The cheapest bus tickets from Seattle to Olympia start from $26. The average price for this route is around $29. 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 Olympia?
The average bus travel time from Seattle to Olympia is 1h 45m, covering a distance of 71 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 20m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Seattle to Olympia route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Seattle to Olympia?
The earliest bus departs from Seattle to Olympia at 2:40pm. And the latest bus departs at 5:05pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Seattle to Olympia?
A bus trip from Seattle to Olympia generates an estimated 1.7619 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.

Best price found

06-02

$23

06-03

$23

Today

$23

06-05

$25

06-06

$23

06-07

$25

06-08

$21

06-09

$20

The cheapest trip from Seattle to Olympia was searched and found on Jun 9, 2026 with a price of $20

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Seattle to Olympia, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $20 to $27 for a bus ticket from Seattle to Olympia based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $20 which is on 2026-06-09.