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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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 | Bus | Greyhound Station | Intercity Transit | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA) | Intercity Transit | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Greyhound Station | Intercity Transit | No tags | ||||
| Bus | University of Washington | Intercity Transit | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Seattle to Olympia
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 $24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Seattle and Olympia?
Stops in Seattle
- A503 S Royal Brougham Way, Seattle, WA 98134, USA
- 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. - D2001 W Garfield St, Seattle WA 98119, USA
- 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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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 75 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?
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 2 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 Olympia?
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 5759 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Seattle to Olympia?
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 Seattle to Olympia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Seattle to Olympia?
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.
The cheapest trip from Seattle to Olympia was searched and found on Feb 26, 2026 with a price of $18To 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 $18 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 $18 which is on 2026-02-26.
