How much is the bus ticket from San Diego to Olympia?

The cheapest bus tickets from San Diego to Olympia start from $167. The average price for this route is around $249. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from San Diego to Olympia?

The average bus trip duration from San Diego to Olympia is 2d 1h, covering a distance of 1030 miles (1661 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 4h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the San Diego to Olympia route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak , FlixBus , Greyhound .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Diego to Olympia?

The earliest bus departs from San Diego to Olympia at 6:45am. And the latest bus departs at 7:35pm.

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

A bus trip from San Diego to Olympia generates an estimated 42 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from San Diego to Olympia?

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 San Diego to Olympia?

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

Which bus company has the most timely service from San Diego to Olympia?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 San Diego to Olympia?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus San Diego to Olympia from $167 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for San Diego to Olympia on December 15
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:00am	Greyhound Bus Stop	2d 1h	11:25am	Intercity Transit	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:45am	Greyhound Bus Stop	1d 4h	11:25am	Intercity Transit	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:35am	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	2d 3h	11:25am	Intercity Transit	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:55am	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	2d 3h	11:25am	Intercity Transit	No tags

Next departures for San Diego to Olympia on December 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:45am	Greyhound Bus Stop	1d 4h	11:25am	Intercity Transit	CheapestFastest

Next departures for San Diego to Olympia on December 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:45am	Greyhound Bus Stop	1d 4h	11:25am	Intercity Transit	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:35am	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	2d 3h	11:25am	Intercity Transit	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:55am	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	2d 3h	11:25am	Intercity Transit	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:00am	Greyhound Bus Stop	2d 1h	11:25am	Intercity Transit	No tags

Next departures for San Diego to Olympia on December 19
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:35am	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	2d 3h	11:25am	Intercity Transit	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:45am	Greyhound Bus Stop	1d 4h	11:25am	Intercity Transit	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:55am	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	2d 3h	11:25am	Intercity Transit	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:00am	Greyhound Bus Stop	2d 1h	11:25am	Intercity Transit	No tags

Next departures for San Diego to Olympia on December 20
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:55am	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	2d 3h	11:25am	Intercity Transit	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:45am	Greyhound Bus Stop	1d 4h	11:25am	Intercity Transit	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:35am	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	2d 3h	11:25am	Intercity Transit	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:00am	Greyhound Bus Stop	2d 1h	11:25am	Intercity Transit	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from San Diego 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 day, 11 hours 49 minutes and with fares starting at just $180, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

1d 11hAverage Duration

1028 milesDistance

151kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$167 - $545	Average Duration2d 1h	CO₂ emissions 42kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$180 - $1,403	Average Duration1d 11h	CO₂ emissions 151kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in San Diego and Olympia?

Stops in San Diego

A
Mission Valley Sheraton
1433 Camino del Rio S, San Diego, CA 92108, USA
B
Old Town Courtyard Marriot
2435 Jefferson St, San Diego, CA 92110, USA
C
Downtown Holiday Inn
1617 1st Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
D
Greyhound Station
1313 National Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
E
Market St. & Park Blvd
601 Park Boulevard, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
F
San Ysidro McDonald's
727 E San Ysidro Blvd, San Diego, CA 92173, USA

Stops in Olympia

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

Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55,647 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511,615 reviews

Staff4.2

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.

Greyhound

3.5/587,431 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from San Diego, CA, US to Olympia by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from San Diego to Olympia?
The cheapest bus tickets from San Diego to Olympia start from $167. The average price for this route is around $249. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from San Diego to Olympia?
The average bus trip duration from San Diego to Olympia is 2d 1h, covering a distance of 1030 miles (1661 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 4h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the San Diego to Olympia route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, FlixBus, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Diego to Olympia?
The earliest bus departs from San Diego to Olympia at 6:45am. And the latest bus departs at 7:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Diego to Olympia?
A bus trip from San Diego to Olympia generates an estimated 42 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from San Diego to Olympia?
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 San Diego to Olympia?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from San Diego to Olympia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 San Diego to Olympia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.