Next bus departures

Next departures for Seattle to Tacoma on August 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:20pm	Seattle King Street Station	48m	2:08pm	Tacoma Dome Station	Cheapest
Bus	8:10am	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	30m	8:40am	Tacoma	Fastest
Bus	7:40am	Greyhound Station	1h	8:40am	Tacoma	No tags
Bus	5:40pm	Seattle King Street Station	48m	6:28pm	Tacoma Dome Station	No tags
Bus	4:25pm	Greyhound Station	1h	5:25pm	Tacoma	No tags
Bus	7:25am	International District. (6th Ave S & S Lane St)	1h 15m	8:40am	Tacoma	No tags
Bus	7:00am	University of Washington	1h 40m	8:40am	Tacoma	No tags
Bus	4:50pm	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	35m	5:25pm	Tacoma	No tags

Next departures for Seattle to Tacoma on August 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:10am	Seattle King Street Station	50m	8:00am	Tacoma Dome Station	Cheapest
Bus	8:10am	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	30m	8:40am	Tacoma	Fastest
Bus	7:40am	Greyhound Station	1h	8:40am	Tacoma	No tags
Bus	4:25pm	Greyhound Station	1h	5:25pm	Tacoma	No tags
Bus	7:25am	International District. (6th Ave S & S Lane St)	1h 15m	8:40am	Tacoma	No tags
Bus	7:00am	University of Washington	1h 40m	8:40am	Tacoma	No tags
Bus	4:50pm	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	35m	5:25pm	Tacoma	No tags

Next departures for Seattle to Tacoma on August 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:10am	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	30m	8:40am	Tacoma	CheapestFastest
Bus	7:40am	Greyhound Station	1h	8:40am	Tacoma	No tags
Bus	4:25pm	Greyhound Station	1h	5:25pm	Tacoma	No tags
Bus	7:25am	International District. (6th Ave S & S Lane St)	1h 15m	8:40am	Tacoma	No tags
Bus	7:00am	University of Washington	1h 40m	8:40am	Tacoma	No tags
Bus	4:50pm	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	35m	5:25pm	Tacoma	No tags

Next departures for Seattle to Tacoma on August 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:10am	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	30m	8:40am	Tacoma	CheapestFastest
Bus	7:40am	Greyhound Station	1h	8:40am	Tacoma	No tags
Bus	4:25pm	Greyhound Station	1h	5:25pm	Tacoma	No tags
Bus	7:25am	International District. (6th Ave S & S Lane St)	1h 15m	8:40am	Tacoma	No tags
Bus	7:00am	University of Washington	1h 40m	8:40am	Tacoma	No tags
Bus	4:50pm	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	35m	5:25pm	Tacoma	No tags

Next departures for Seattle to Tacoma on August 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:10am	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	30m	8:40am	Tacoma	CheapestFastest
Bus	7:40am	Greyhound Station	1h	8:40am	Tacoma	No tags
Bus	4:25pm	Greyhound Station	1h	5:25pm	Tacoma	No tags
Bus	7:25am	International District. (6th Ave S & S Lane St)	1h 15m	8:40am	Tacoma	No tags
Bus	7:00am	University of Washington	1h 40m	8:40am	Tacoma	No tags
Bus	4:50pm	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	35m	5:25pm	Tacoma	No tags

Next departures for Seattle to Tacoma on August 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:10am	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	30m	8:40am	Tacoma	CheapestFastest
Bus	7:40am	Greyhound Station	1h	8:40am	Tacoma	No tags
Bus	4:25pm	Greyhound Station	1h	5:25pm	Tacoma	No tags
Bus	7:25am	International District. (6th Ave S & S Lane St)	1h 15m	8:40am	Tacoma	No tags
Bus	7:00am	University of Washington	1h 40m	8:40am	Tacoma	No tags
Bus	4:50pm	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	35m	5:25pm	Tacoma	No tags

Next departures for Seattle to Tacoma on August 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:10am	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	30m	8:40am	Tacoma	CheapestFastest
Bus	7:40am	Greyhound Station	1h	8:40am	Tacoma	No tags
Bus	4:25pm	Greyhound Station	1h	5:25pm	Tacoma	No tags
Bus	7:25am	International District. (6th Ave S & S Lane St)	1h 15m	8:40am	Tacoma	No tags
Bus	7:00am	University of Washington	1h 40m	8:40am	Tacoma	No tags
Bus	4:50pm	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	35m	5:25pm	Tacoma	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Seattle to Tacoma

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Tacoma. The journey takes about 1 hour and with fares starting at just ¥1,819, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

1hAverage Duration

23 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price¥1,819 - ¥4,435	Average Duration1h	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price¥2,449 - ¥5,266	Average Duration45m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

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FlixBus

3.5/515,106 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4.0

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.

Northwestern

4.1/59 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.0

Amtrak

4.1/56,411 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.6

Based on 6411 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 ¥1,959

Amtrak Seattle Tacoma recent customer reviews

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

Kirk M.

November 20, 2024

US bus companies:FlixBus, Greyhound, Futura, Elite, Chihuahuenses, Tufesa, Adirondack Trailways

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Seattle to Tacoma 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 Seattle to Tacoma?
The cheapest bus tickets from Seattle to Tacoma start from ¥1,819. The average price for this route is around ¥2,312. 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 Seattle to Tacoma?
The average bus trip duration from Seattle to Tacoma is 1h, covering a distance of 23 miles (38 km). The quickest bus can get 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 8 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 3:45am. And the latest bus departs at 6:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Seattle to Tacoma?
A bus trip from Seattle to Tacoma generates an estimated 0.9272249999999999 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 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 6383 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 has the most timely service from Seattle to Tacoma?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Seattle to Tacoma?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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

08/10

¥978

08/11

¥897

Today

¥897

08/13

¥1,060

08/14

¥1,060

08/15

¥978

08/16

¥1,141

08/17

¥978

The cheapest trip from Seattle to Tacoma was searched and found on Aug 11, 2026 with a price of ¥897

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 ¥897 to ¥5,222 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 ¥978 which is on 2026-08-15.