How much is the bus ticket from Seattle to Olympia?

The cheapest bus tickets from Seattle to Olympia start at R 305. The average price for this route is around R 342. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Seattle to Olympia?

The average bus journey time from Seattle to Olympia is 1h 45m, covering a distance of 71 km. The fastest bus gets 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 is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Seattle to Olympia?

The earliest bus departs from Seattle to Olympia at 14:40. And the latest bus departs at 17:05.

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

A bus trip from Seattle to Olympia produces an estimated 1.7619 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

Bus Seattle to Olympia from R 220 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Seattle to Olympia on 9 June
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	15:20	Greyhound Station	2h 10m	17:30	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	15:55	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	1h 35m	17:30	Intercity Transit	No tags
Bus	14:40	University of Washington	2h 50m	17:30	Intercity Transit	No tags

Next departures from Seattle to Olympia on 10 June
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	15:20	Greyhound Station	2h 10m	17:30	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	15:55	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	1h 35m	17:30	Intercity Transit	No tags
Bus	14:40	University of Washington	2h 50m	17:30	Intercity Transit	No tags

Next departures from Seattle to Olympia on 11 June
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 10m	17:30	Intercity Transit	No tags
Bus	15:55	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	1h 35m	17:30	Intercity Transit	No tags
Bus	14:40	University of Washington	2h 50m	17:30	Intercity Transit	No tags

Next departures from Seattle to Olympia on 12 June
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 10m	17:30	Intercity Transit	No tags
Bus	15:55	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	1h 35m	17:30	Intercity Transit	No tags
Bus	14:40	University of Washington	2h 50m	17:30	Intercity Transit	No tags

Next departures from Seattle to Olympia on 13 June
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 10m	17:30	Intercity Transit	No tags
Bus	15:55	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	1h 35m	17:30	Intercity Transit	No tags
Bus	14:40	University of Washington	2h 50m	17:30	Intercity Transit	No tags

Next departures from Seattle to Olympia on 14 June
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	15:20	Greyhound Station	2h 10m	17:30	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	15:55	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	1h 35m	17:30	Intercity Transit	No tags
Bus	14:40	University of Washington	2h 50m	17:30	Intercity Transit	No tags

Next departures from Seattle to Olympia on 15 June
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	15:20	Greyhound Station	2h 10m	17:30	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	15:55	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	1h 35m	17:30	Intercity Transit	No tags
Bus	14:40	University of Washington	2h 50m	17:30	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 R 288, 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 priceR 305 - R 832	Average duration1h 45m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 288 - R 861	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

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512 791 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Based on 12791 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained about the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at R 305

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

US bus companies:FlixBus, Greyhound, Futura, Elite, Chihuahuenses, Tufesa, Adirondack Trailways

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Seattle to Olympia by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ 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 at R 305. The average price for this route is around R 342. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Seattle to Olympia?
The average bus journey time from Seattle to Olympia is 1h 45m, covering a distance of 71 km. The fastest bus gets 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 is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Seattle to Olympia?
The earliest bus departs from Seattle to Olympia at 14:40. And the latest bus departs at 17:05.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Seattle to Olympia?
A bus trip from Seattle to Olympia produces an estimated 1.7619 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

06/06

R 271

07/06

R 313

Today

R 237

09/06

R 229

10/06

R 220

11/06

R 229

12/06

R 254

13/06

R 305

The cheapest trip from Seattle to Olympia was searched and found on 10 Jun 2026 with a price of R 220

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 R 220 to R 313 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 R 220, which is on 2026-06-10.