How much is the bus ticket from Washington to Seattle?

The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to Seattle start from $246. The average price for this route is around $361. 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 Washington to Seattle?

The average bus travel time from Washington to Seattle is 3d 21h, covering a distance of 3739 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3d 13h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Washington to Seattle route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Washington to Seattle at 6:30am. And the latest bus departs at 6:30pm.

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

A bus trip from Washington to Seattle generates an estimated 93 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 Washington to Seattle?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87393 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Washington to Seattle?

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 Washington to Seattle?

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 Washington to Seattle?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Washington to Seattle from $315 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Washington to Seattle on December 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	6:20am	Springfield Bus Stop, VA	4d 9h	1:00pm	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	6:20am	Springfield Bus Stop, VA	4d 10h	1:50pm	University of Washington	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	6:20am	Springfield Bus Stop, VA	4d 10h	1:20pm	Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	9:15am	Union Station	4d 7h	1:50pm	University of Washington	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	9:15am	Union Station	4d 7h	1:20pm	Greyhound Station	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Washington to Seattle

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Seattle. The journey takes about 3 days, 21 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $246, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

3d 21hAverage Duration

3739 kmDistance

93kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$246 - $1,226	Average Duration3d 21h	CO₂ emissions 93kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$296 - $5,624	Average Duration3d 14h	CO₂ emissions 340kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Washington and Seattle?

Stops in Washington

A
Union Station
6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
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B
Dupont Circle
1500 20th St NW, Washington, DC 20036, USA
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C
Metro Center Station
663 11th St NW, Washington, D.C., DC 20004, USA
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D
L’Enfant Plaza
In front of McDonald's, 400 C St SW, Washington, DC 20024, USA
E
10th Street NW
Charter bus loading zone in front of Madame Tussaud's, 610 10th St NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
F
Foggy Bottom
1905 G St NW, Washington, DC 20431, USA

Stops in Seattle

A
Greyhound Station
503 S Royal Brougham Way, Seattle, WA 98134, USA
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B
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
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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

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,413 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511,518 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Washington, DC, US to Seattle 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 Washington to Seattle?
The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to Seattle start from $246. The average price for this route is around $361. 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 Washington to Seattle?
The average bus travel time from Washington to Seattle is 3d 21h, covering a distance of 3739 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3d 13h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Washington to Seattle route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Washington to Seattle?
The earliest bus departs from Washington to Seattle at 6:30am. And the latest bus departs at 6:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Washington to Seattle?
A bus trip from Washington to Seattle generates an estimated 93 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 Washington to Seattle?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87393 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Washington to Seattle?
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 Washington to Seattle?
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 Washington to Seattle?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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

12-02

$329

12-03

$326

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$323

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The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Seattle was searched and found on Dec 8, 2025 with a price of $323

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

You can expect to pay from $323 to $868 for a bus ticket from Washington, DC, US to Seattle based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $323 which is on 2025-12-08.