How much is the bus ticket from Seattle to Tacoma?

The cheapest bus tickets from Seattle to Tacoma start at R 206. The average price for this route is around R 246. 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 Tacoma?

The average bus journey time from Seattle to Tacoma is 1h, covering a distance of 40 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 30m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Seattle to Tacoma route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Northwestern , Amtrak .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Seattle to Tacoma?

The earliest bus departs from Seattle to Tacoma at 03:45. And the latest bus departs at 18:50.

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

A bus trip from Seattle to Tacoma produces an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Seattle to Tacoma?

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 5627 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Seattle to Tacoma?

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 Seattle to Tacoma?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Northwestern , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Bus Seattle to Tacoma from R 104 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Seattle to Tacoma on 7 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	15:20	Greyhound Station	1h 15m	16:35	Tacoma	Cheapest
Bus	17:05	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	35m	17:40	Tacoma	Fastest
Bus	16:40	Greyhound Station	1h	17:40	Tacoma	No tags
Bus	18:35	Seattle King Street Station	1h	19:35	Tacoma	No tags
Bus	15:50	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	45m	16:35	Tacoma	No tags

Next departures from Seattle to Tacoma on 8 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:40	Greyhound Station	1h	17:40	Tacoma	Cheapest
Bus	08:10	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	30m	08:40	Tacoma	Fastest
Bus	07:40	Greyhound Station	1h	08:40	Tacoma	No tags
Bus	18:35	Seattle King Street Station	1h	19:35	Tacoma	No tags
Bus	15:20	Greyhound Station	1h 15m	16:35	Tacoma	No tags

Next departures from Seattle to Tacoma on 9 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:40	Greyhound Station	1h	17:40	Tacoma	Cheapest
Bus	08:10	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	30m	08:40	Tacoma	Fastest
Bus	07:40	Greyhound Station	1h	08:40	Tacoma	No tags
Bus	18:35	Seattle King Street Station	1h	19:35	Tacoma	No tags
Bus	15:20	Greyhound Station	1h 15m	16:35	Tacoma	No tags

Next departures from Seattle to Tacoma on 10 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:40	Greyhound Station	1h	17:40	Tacoma	Cheapest
Bus	08:10	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	30m	08:40	Tacoma	Fastest
Bus	07:40	Greyhound Station	1h	08:40	Tacoma	No tags
Bus	18:35	Seattle King Street Station	1h	19:35	Tacoma	No tags
Bus	15:20	Greyhound Station	1h 15m	16:35	Tacoma	No tags

Next departures from Seattle to Tacoma on 11 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:40	Greyhound Station	1h	17:40	Tacoma	Cheapest
Bus	08:10	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	30m	08:40	Tacoma	Fastest
Bus	07:40	Greyhound Station	1h	08:40	Tacoma	No tags
Bus	03:45	Seattle King Street Station	1h	04:45	Tacoma	No tags
Bus	15:20	Greyhound Station	1h 15m	16:35	Tacoma	No tags

Next departures from Seattle to Tacoma on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:40	Greyhound Station	1h	08:40	Tacoma	Cheapest
Bus	08:10	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	30m	08:40	Tacoma	Fastest
Bus	15:20	Greyhound Station	1h 15m	16:35	Tacoma	No tags
Bus	03:45	Seattle King Street Station	1h	04:45	Tacoma	No tags
Bus	16:40	Greyhound Station	1h	17:40	Tacoma	No tags

Next departures from Seattle to Tacoma on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:40	Greyhound Station	1h	17:40	Tacoma	Cheapest
Bus	08:10	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	30m	08:40	Tacoma	Fastest
Bus	07:40	Greyhound Station	1h	08:40	Tacoma	No tags
Bus	15:20	Greyhound Station	1h 15m	16:35	Tacoma	No tags
Bus	15:55	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	40m	16:35	Tacoma	No tags

Next departures from Seattle to Tacoma on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:40	Greyhound Station	1h	08:40	Tacoma	Cheapest
Bus	08:10	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	30m	08:40	Tacoma	Fastest
Bus	15:20	Greyhound Station	1h 15m	16:35	Tacoma	No tags
Bus	16:40	Greyhound Station	1h	17:40	Tacoma	No tags
Bus	15:55	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	40m	16:35	Tacoma	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 2:32 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Seattle to Tacoma

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Tacoma. The journey takes about 45 minutes and with fares starting at just R 261, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6train per day

45mAverage duration

41 kmDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 206 - R 498	Average duration1h	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 261 - R 560	Average duration45m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 545 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Northwestern

4/54 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness5

WiFi0

Amtrak

4/55 628 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5628 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 R 261

Amtrak Seattle Tacoma recent customer reviews

On time. Efficient. Nice train station staff. The interior of the train was very dated!!!

Kirk M.

20 November 2024

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Seattle to Tacoma 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 Tacoma?
The cheapest bus tickets from Seattle to Tacoma start at R 206. The average price for this route is around R 246. 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 Tacoma?
The average bus journey time from Seattle to Tacoma is 1h, covering a distance of 40 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 30m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Seattle to Tacoma route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Northwestern, Amtrak.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Seattle to Tacoma?
The earliest bus departs from Seattle to Tacoma at 03:45. And the latest bus departs at 18:50.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Seattle to Tacoma?
A bus trip from Seattle to Tacoma produces an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Seattle to Tacoma?
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 5627 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Seattle to Tacoma?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Seattle to Tacoma?
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 Seattle to Tacoma?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Northwestern, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 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

05/12

R 165

06/12

R 156

Today

R 156

08/12

R 113

09/12

R 104

10/12

R 104

11/12

R 104

12/12

R 122

The cheapest trip from Seattle to Tacoma was searched and found on 09 Dec 2025 with a price of R 104

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

You can expect to pay from R 104 to R 417 for a bus ticket from Seattle to Tacoma based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 104, which is on 2025-12-09.

Usually Northwestern 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.