How much is the bus ticket from Vancouver to Olympia?

The cheapest bus tickets from Vancouver to Olympia start from $52. The average price for this route is around $69. 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 Olympia?

The average bus travel time from Vancouver to Olympia is 8h 30m, covering a distance of 249 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 52m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the Vancouver to Olympia route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak , FlixBus .

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

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

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

A bus trip from Vancouver to Olympia generates an estimated 6.201149999999999 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 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 5784 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Vancouver 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 Vancouver 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 Vancouver 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.

Bus Vancouver to Olympia from $50 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Vancouver to Olympia on April 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:00am	1150 Station St Bay #2, Ebus Vancouver Stop (Pacific Central Station)	7h 15m	6:15pm	Intercity Transit	No tags
Bus	11:00am	1150 Station St Bay #2, Ebus Vancouver Stop (Pacific Central Station)	7h 15m	6:15pm	Intercity Transit	No tags
Bus	9:00am	Vancouver (Pacific Central Station)	8h 30m	5:30pm	Intercity Transit	No tags
Bus	7:00am	Vancouver (Pacific Central Station)	10h 30m	5:30pm	Intercity Transit	No tags
Bus	9:15am	Vancouver (Pacific Central Station)	8h 35m	5:50pm	Intercity Transit	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Vancouver to Olympia

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Olympia. The journey takes about 8 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $52, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

8h 30mAverage Duration

249 kmDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$52 - $112	Average Duration8h 30m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$71 - $139	Average Duration6h 14m	CO₂ emissions 23kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Vancouver and Olympia?

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 Olympia

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

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Amtrak

4.1/55,786 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wi‑Fi3.6

Based on 5786 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $105

Amtrak Vancouver Olympia recent customer reviews

I loved my time on the train. The only thing I would suggest is to make it easier to book the trip. I ended up with a trip that included part time on a bus, when I thought that my trip was all on the train.

Jacki M.

September 11, 2024

FlixBus

3.5/512,459 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Vancouver, CA 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 Vancouver to Olympia?
The cheapest bus tickets from Vancouver to Olympia start from $52. The average price for this route is around $69. 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 Olympia?
The average bus travel time from Vancouver to Olympia is 8h 30m, covering a distance of 249 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 52m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Vancouver to Olympia route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Vancouver to Olympia?
The earliest bus departs from Vancouver to Olympia at 9:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:00am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Vancouver to Olympia?
A bus trip from Vancouver to Olympia generates an estimated 6.201149999999999 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 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 5784 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Vancouver 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 Vancouver 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 Vancouver 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.

Best price found

04-10

$120

04-11

$59

Today

$131

04-13

$63

04-14

$58

04-15

$100

04-16

No data

04-17

$57

The cheapest trip from Vancouver, CA to Olympia was searched and found on Apr 17, 2026 with a price of $57

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 Olympia, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $57 to $323 for a bus ticket from Vancouver, CA to Olympia based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $57 which is on 2026-04-17.

Usually Amtrak 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.