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

The cheapest bus tickets from San Francisco to Olympia start from $223. The average price for this route is around $245. 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 Francisco to Olympia?

The average bus trip duration from San Francisco to Olympia is 19h 25m, covering a distance of 639 miles (1031 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 19h 35m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the San Francisco to Olympia route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak , Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from San Francisco to Olympia at 4:00pm. And the latest bus departs at 4:00pm.

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

A bus trip from San Francisco to Olympia generates an estimated 26 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 Francisco 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 5733 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Francisco 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 Francisco 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 Francisco 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 Francisco to Olympia from $568 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for San Francisco to Olympia on January 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus		4:00pm	San Francisco Bus Station	19h 25m	11:25am	Intercity Transit	CheapestFastest
		8:50pm	Mission St & Fremont St	21h 9m	5:59pm	Lacey - Centennial Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 5:17 AM PST.

Get from San Francisco to Olympia

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 19 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $223, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

19h 25mAverage Duration

639 milesDistance

26kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in San Francisco and Olympia?

Stops in San Francisco

A
Hyde/Beach (Fisherman's Wharf)
700 Beach Street, San Francisco, CA 94109, USA
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B
Powell Station
25 Cyril Magnin St , San Francisco, CA 94102-2812
Map
C
Union Square Hilton
255 Mason St,, San Francisco, CA 94102-2114
Map
D
San Francisco Greyhound Station
200 Folsom St, San Francisco, CA 94105
Map
E
444 Townsend St.
444 Townsend St, San Francisco, CA 94107, USA
Map

Stops in Olympia

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

Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55,740 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Greyhound

3.5/587,505 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.

FlixBus

3.5/512,078 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.

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from San Francisco, 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 Francisco to Olympia?
The cheapest bus tickets from San Francisco to Olympia start from $223. The average price for this route is around $245. 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 Francisco to Olympia?
The average bus trip duration from San Francisco to Olympia is 19h 25m, covering a distance of 639 miles (1031 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 19h 35m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the San Francisco to Olympia route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Francisco to Olympia?
The earliest bus departs from San Francisco to Olympia at 4:00pm. And the latest bus departs at 4:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Francisco to Olympia?
A bus trip from San Francisco to Olympia generates an estimated 26 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 Francisco 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 5733 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Francisco 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 Francisco 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 Francisco 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.

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The cheapest trip from San Francisco, US to Olympia was searched and found on Jan 18, 2026 with a price of $568

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

You can expect to pay from $568 to $568 for a bus ticket from San Francisco, US to Olympia based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $568 which is on 2026-01-18.