- Must visit
Seattle Art Museum
Major art museum with global collections, strong Native and modern holdings, and rotating blockbuster exhibitions downtown.
Cheapest price
€34
Average price
€34
Fastest journey
1 h 55 m
Average duration
1 h 55 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
151 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Ellensburg, WA to Seattle, WA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ellensburg, WA to Seattle, WA will cost around €34 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €34.
Of the 1 buses that leave Ellensburg, WA for Seattle, WA on Mon, Aug 17, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Aug 17 the direct buses cover the 151 km distance in an average of 1 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 55 m .
On Mon, Aug 17 the slowest buses will take 1 h 55 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.


| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:15AM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:40AM | Arrival Time 02:35AM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €34 |
Operator Northwestern Stage Lines | Departure Time 01:20AM | Arrival Time 04:00AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €49 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 01:50AM | Arrival Time 04:00AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €54 |
Operator Northwestern Stage Lines | Departure Time 01:50AM | Arrival Time 04:00AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €49 |
Operator Northwestern Stage Lines | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €49 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 02:15PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €54 |
Operator Northwestern Stage Lines | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 02:15PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:05PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €30 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:05PM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €30 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:40PM | Arrival Time 01:35AM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €23 |
The table below shows live departures for Ellensburg, WA to Seattle, WA buses for today, Sunday, August 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:05 PM Ellensburg, WA | 1h50 | 7:55 PM Seattle, S Royal Brougham Way / 6th Avenue South (Bus Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Ellensburg, WA to Seattle, WA run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €23 if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:50, the last at 23:15. The fastest bus covers the 93 miles (151 km) distance in 1h 45m.
Distance 93 miles (151 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price €23 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 1h 45m |
First bus 1:50 AM |
Last bus 11:15 PM |
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Most Ellensburg, WA to Seattle, WA buses use the Ellensburg, East 10th Avenue (Parking lot) to Seattle, S Royal Brougham Way / 6th Avenue South (Bus Station) station pair, with some services arriving at Seattle. Use this guide to compare Ellensburg, WA and Seattle, WA bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Ellensburg, East 10th Avenue (Parking lot) is 1 km from Ellensburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Ellensburg, East 10th Avenue (Parking lot) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Ellensburg, East 10th Avenue (Parking lot). ATMs are available at Ellensburg, East 10th Avenue (Parking lot).
Ticket office support is available at Ellensburg, East 10th Avenue (Parking lot).
Available at Ellensburg, East 10th Avenue (Parking lot): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ellensburg, East 10th Avenue (Parking lot): Accessible parking spaces available.
Ellensburg, I-90 West Interchange is 3 km from Ellensburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Ellensburg, I-90 West Interchange has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Ellensburg, I-90 West Interchange. ATMs are available at Ellensburg, I-90 West Interchange.
Ticket office support is available at Ellensburg, I-90 West Interchange.
Available at Ellensburg, I-90 West Interchange: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ellensburg, I-90 West Interchange: Basic accessibility provided.
Seattle, S Royal Brougham Way / 6th Avenue South (Bus Station) is 1 km from Seattle city centre. Public transport options include:
Seattle, S Royal Brougham Way / 6th Avenue South (Bus Station) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several eateries within walking distance.
Wi-Fi is available at Seattle, S Royal Brougham Way / 6th Avenue South (Bus Station). ATMs are available at Seattle, S Royal Brougham Way / 6th Avenue South (Bus Station).
Ticket office support is available at Seattle, S Royal Brougham Way / 6th Avenue South (Bus Station).
Available at Seattle, S Royal Brougham Way / 6th Avenue South (Bus Station): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Seattle, S Royal Brougham Way / 6th Avenue South (Bus Station): The station is accessible to individuals with mobility impairments.
Seattle, King Street Station (Amtrak Train Station) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Seattle, King Street Station (Amtrak Train Station). ATMs are available at Seattle, King Street Station (Amtrak Train Station).
Ticket office support is available at Seattle, King Street Station (Amtrak Train Station).
Available at Seattle, King Street Station (Amtrak Train Station): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Seattle, King Street Station (Amtrak Train Station): Station is accessible for persons with disabilities.
Seattle has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several eateries nearby
Free Wi-Fi available. ATMs are aTM located inside the station.
Ticket office support is available at Seattle.
Available at Seattle: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Seattle: Wheelchair accessible.
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