What's the distance between Seattle and Olympia by coach?

The distance between Seattle and Olympia by coach is approximately 48 miles (77 km).

How can I get from Seattle to Olympia without driving?

The best way to go from Seattle to Olympia without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Bus Seattle to Olympia from £10 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Seattle to Olympia on 21 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:40	Greyhound Station	1h 45m	18:25	Intercity Transit	Cheapest
Bus	17:05	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	1h 20m	18:25	Intercity Transit	Fastest
Bus	15:20	Greyhound Station	2h	17:20	Intercity Transit	No tags
Bus	15:50	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	1h 30m	17:20	Intercity Transit	No tags
Bus	14:45	University of Washington	2h 35m	17:20	Intercity Transit	No tags

Next departures from Seattle to Olympia on 22 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:40	Greyhound Station	1h 45m	18:25	Intercity Transit	Cheapest
Bus	17:05	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	1h 20m	18:25	Intercity Transit	Fastest
Bus	15:20	Greyhound Station	2h	17:20	Intercity Transit	No tags
Bus	15:50	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	1h 30m	17:20	Intercity Transit	No tags
Bus	14:45	University of Washington	2h 35m	17:20	Intercity Transit	No tags

Next departures from Seattle to Olympia on 23 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:40	Greyhound Station	1h 45m	18:25	Intercity Transit	Cheapest
Bus	17:05	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	1h 20m	18:25	Intercity Transit	Fastest
Bus	15:20	Greyhound Station	2h	17:20	Intercity Transit	No tags
Bus	15:50	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	1h 30m	17:20	Intercity Transit	No tags
Bus	14:45	University of Washington	2h 35m	17:20	Intercity Transit	No tags

Next departures from Seattle to Olympia on 24 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:40	Greyhound Station	1h 45m	18:25	Intercity Transit	Cheapest
Bus	17:05	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	1h 20m	18:25	Intercity Transit	Fastest
Bus	15:20	Greyhound Station	2h	17:20	Intercity Transit	No tags
Bus	15:50	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	1h 30m	17:20	Intercity Transit	No tags
Bus	14:45	University of Washington	2h 35m	17:20	Intercity Transit	No tags

Next departures from Seattle to Olympia on 25 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	17:05	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	1h 20m	18:25	Intercity Transit	CheapestFastest
Bus	15:20	Greyhound Station	2h	17:20	Intercity Transit	No tags
Bus	16:40	Greyhound Station	1h 45m	18:25	Intercity Transit	No tags
Bus	15:50	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	1h 30m	17:20	Intercity Transit	No tags
Bus	14:45	University of Washington	2h 35m	17:20	Intercity Transit	No tags

Next departures from Seattle to Olympia on 26 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	15:20	Greyhound Station	2h	17:20	Intercity Transit	Cheapest
Bus	17:05	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	1h 20m	18:25	Intercity Transit	Fastest
Bus	16:40	Greyhound Station	1h 45m	18:25	Intercity Transit	No tags
Bus	15:50	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	1h 30m	17:20	Intercity Transit	No tags
Bus	14:45	University of Washington	2h 35m	17:20	Intercity Transit	No tags

Next departures from Seattle to Olympia on 27 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	15:20	Greyhound Station	2h	17:20	Intercity Transit	Cheapest
Bus	17:05	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	1h 20m	18:25	Intercity Transit	Fastest
Bus	16:40	Greyhound Station	1h 45m	18:25	Intercity Transit	No tags
Bus	15:50	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	1h 30m	17:20	Intercity Transit	No tags
Bus	14:45	University of Washington	2h 35m	17:20	Intercity Transit	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel 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 £14, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6train per day

1h 19mAverage duration

48 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£15 - £41	Average duration1h 45m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£14 - £31	Average duration1h 19m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,383 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Based on 11383 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at £15

FlixBus Seattle Olympia recent customer reviews

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

Aletia A.

27 May 2023

Amtrak

4/55,596 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

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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-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

Stops in Olympia

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Seattle to Olympia

What's the distance between Seattle and Olympia by coach?
The distance between Seattle and Olympia by coach is approximately 48 miles (77 km).
How can I get from Seattle to Olympia without driving?
The best way to go from Seattle to Olympia without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

18/11

£12

19/11

£11

Today

£13

21/11

£14

22/11

£14

23/11

£17

24/11

£14

25/11

£18

The cheapest trip from Seattle to Olympia was searched and found on 19 Nov 2025 with a price of £11

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 £11 to £36 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 £14, which is on 2025-11-22.