What is the travel distance from Portland to Olympia?

The distance between the two cities is 106 miles (170 km).

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

The majority of buses traveling from Portland to Olympia start their journey at Portland Union Station and wind up at Olympia Transit Center. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

Bus Portland to Olympia from $22 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Portland to Olympia on November 13
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	9:35am	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	2h	11:35am	Intercity Transit	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Portland to Olympia on November 14
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	7:00am	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	1h 55m	8:55am	Intercity Transit	CheapestFastest
	Bus	9:35am	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	2h	11:35am	Intercity Transit	No tags

Next departures for Portland to Olympia on November 15
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	7:00am	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	1h 55m	8:55am	Intercity Transit	CheapestFastest
	Bus	9:35am	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	2h	11:35am	Intercity Transit	No tags

Next departures for Portland to Olympia on November 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	7:00am	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	1h 55m	8:55am	Intercity Transit	CheapestFastest
	Bus	9:35am	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	2h	11:35am	Intercity Transit	No tags

Next departures for Portland to Olympia on November 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	7:00am	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	1h 55m	8:55am	Intercity Transit	CheapestFastest
	Bus	9:35am	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	2h	11:35am	Intercity Transit	No tags

Next departures for Portland to Olympia on November 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	7:00am	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	1h 55m	8:55am	Intercity Transit	CheapestFastest
	Bus	9:35am	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	2h	11:35am	Intercity Transit	No tags

Next departures for Portland to Olympia on November 19
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	7:00am	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	1h 55m	8:55am	Intercity Transit	CheapestFastest
	Bus	9:35am	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	2h	11:35am	Intercity Transit	No tags

Next departures for Portland to Olympia on November 20
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	7:00am	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	1h 55m	8:55am	Intercity Transit	CheapestFastest
	Bus	9:35am	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	2h	11:35am	Intercity Transit	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:14 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Portland to Olympia

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Olympia. The journey takes about 1 hour 53 minutes and with fares starting at just $24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7train per day

1h 53mAverage Duration

101 milesDistance

15kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$24 - $59	Average Duration2h	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$24 - $57	Average Duration1h 53m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,293 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 Portland Olympia recent customer reviews

Clean bus, friendly driver who was helpful with our luggage. Only problem was bus being late to arrive and get underway, but it was due to traffic conditions.

Lynda B.

August 5, 2023

Amtrak

4/55,583 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Users have shared positive experiences, highlighting the clean environment and friendly staff who keep passengers informed about train schedules. The service is described as excellent, with courteous staff assisting travelers by helping store luggage and ensuring a smooth transition to platforms upon arrival.

Amtrak Portland Olympia recent customer reviews

Excellent service, courteous staff, helped me store my luggage and also take it down the stairs to the platform when I got off.

Joanne B.

September 8, 2023

the train was very dirty,noisey and rough rideing and as usual the PA system was not understandable on the train or at the depot

Larry Z.

August 5, 2023

Clean friendly..keeping us informed of trains.

Noreen C.

April 7, 2025

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Where are the popular stops in Portland and Olympia?

Stops in Portland

A - Portland Union Station

B - Portland Airport

C - NW Everett & NW 8th Ave

D - Lloyd Center

E - Pearl District

Stops in Olympia

A - Olympia Transit Center

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Portland, OR to Olympia by bus

What is the travel distance from Portland to Olympia?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Portland to Olympia?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/11

$31

11/12

$30

Today

$29

11/14

$28

11/15

$27

11/16

$26

11/17

$27

11/18

$26

The cheapest trip from Portland, OR to Olympia was searched and found on Nov 16, 2025 with a price of $26

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

You can expect to pay from $26 to $33 for a bus ticket from Portland, OR to Olympia based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $26 which is on 2025-11-16.