What is the travel distance from Olympia to Seattle?

About 48 miles (77 km) separate Olympia and Seattle.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Olympia to Seattle?

The majority of buses traveling from Olympia to Seattle start their journey at Olympia Transit Center and wind up at Greyhound Station. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Seattle?

Once in Seattle, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are K1 Speed, Pike Place Market, Argosy Cruises Harbor Tour, Seattle Aquarium and Mt St Helens.

Bus Olympia to Seattle from $12 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Olympia to Seattle on October 2
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:10am	Intercity Transit	1h 45m	10:55am	Greyhound Station	No tags
9:10am	Intercity Transit	1h 10m	10:20am	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	No tags
12:55pm	Intercity Transit	1h 30m	2:25pm	International District. (6th Ave S & S Lane St)	No tags
12:55pm	Intercity Transit	1h 5m	2:00pm	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	No tags
12:55pm	Intercity Transit	1h 50m	2:45pm	University of Washington	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Olympia to Seattle.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$19 - $47	Average Duration1h 40m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Most eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$17 - $51	Average Duration1h 30m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastest

Busbud recommends taking the train from Olympia to Seattle

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Seattle. The journey takes about 1 hour 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6train per day

1h 30mAverage Duration

$17Cheapest ticket

7kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Olympia to Seattle: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$21

Average bus trip duration1h 40m

Number of daily buses5

Earliest bus departure9:00am

Distance51 miles (81 km)

Latest bus departure11:40am

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/510,758 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

FlixBus Olympia Seattle recent customer reviews

The bus was late for more than two hours but the App shows only late for 95 minutes.

Jun F.

August 12, 2025

Bus was a half hour late, so I had to get other transportation to the airport. They only give refunds for delays over two hours.

Katharine M.

August 19, 2023

Everything was perfect.

Bobbi N.

August 18, 2025

Amtrak

4/55,498 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5498 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $17

Amtrak Olympia Seattle recent customer reviews

Comfortable and easy to navigate

Laura W.

September 30, 2024

Everything was good

Karen B.

September 19, 2024

US bus companies: FlixBus, Greyhound, Tornado Bus, Los Limousines, Tufesa, Valley Transit, Senda Diamante

Olympia to Seattle Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Olympia and Seattle?

Stops in Olympia

A - Olympia Transit Center

Stops in Seattle

A - Greyhound Station

B - Seattle-Tacoma International Airport

C - Washington State Convention Center

D - Pier 91

E - Pier 66

F - International District

Frequently asked questions for your trip Olympia - Seattle

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Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

09/30

$29

10/01

$15

Today

$15

10/03

$24

10/04

$15

10/05

$16

10/06

$14

10/07

$14

The cheapest trip from Olympia to Seattle was searched and found on Oct 7, 2025 with a price of $14

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

You can expect to pay from $14 to $29 for a bus ticket from Olympia to Seattle based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $14 which is on 2025-10-07.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Olympia and Seattle!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Olympia to Seattle, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Olympia to Seattle.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Olympia to Seattle.

Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

Will you be returning to Olympia by bus?

Bus from Seattle to Olympia

You can also go to Seattle by train

Train from Olympia to Seattle

Top traveled bus routes

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