The cheapest and fastest buses from Bellingham, WA to Olympia, WA
Cheapest price
$52
Average price
$52
Fastest journey
4 h 24 m
Average duration
4 h 24 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
194 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bellingham, WA to Olympia, WA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bellingham, WA to Olympia, WA will cost around $52 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $52.
Of the 1 buses that leave Bellingham, WA for Olympia, WA on Tue, Jun 16, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jun 16 the direct buses cover the 194 km distance in an average of 4 h 24 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 24 m .
On Tue, Jun 16 the slowest buses will take 4 h 24 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
6:15 PM4h24Bellingham, WA10:39 PMOlympia, WA$521One-way0 transfers
6:15 PM4h24Bellingham, WA10:39 PMOlympia, WA$521One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Bellingham, WA to Olympia, WA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bellingham, WA to Olympia, WA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $46. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 4h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $46, and a train costs an average of $57.
Distance: 120 miles (194 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$54 Average price Cheapest | $70 Average price | $31 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 32m Average total duration Fastest 4h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 45m Average total duration 4h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 28m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bellingham, WA to Olympia, WA:
A bus is $16 (€13) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bellingham, WA to Olympia, WA costing on average $70 (€56).
Other travel options to Olympia, WA take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 15m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Bellingham, WA to Olympia, WA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 03:59PM | Duration 4h44 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 10:39PM | Duration 4h24 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 01:59AM | Duration 4h44 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 10:15PM | Arrival Time 02:59AM | Duration 4h44 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $46 |
Live departures
Bellingham, WA to Olympia, WA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bellingham, WA to Olympia, WA buses for today, Monday, June 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:15 PM Bellingham, WA | 4h44 | 1:59 AM Olympia, WA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:15 PM Bellingham, WA | 4h44 | 2:59 AM Olympia, WA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, June 16 | |||||
![]() | 6:15 PM Bellingham, WA | 4h24 | 10:39 PM Olympia, WA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bellingham, WA to Olympia, WA
Buses from Bellingham, WA to Olympia, WA run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 2m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $46 (€37) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 08:19, the last at 14:15. The fastest bus covers the 120 miles (194 km) distance in 4h 24m.
Distance 120 miles (194 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price $46 (€37) |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 4h 24m |
First bus 8:19 AM |
Last bus 2:15 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Bus providers: Greyhound from Bellingham, WA to Olympia, WAYou can travel by bus between Bellingham, WA to Olympia, WA with Greyhound for as low as $46 (€37). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Bellingham, WA to Olympia, WA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bellingham, WA to Olympia, WA by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Olympia, WA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
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- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
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- $15 per additional bag.
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