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Portland Art Museum
Major art museum in downtown Portland with Native American, modern, and Northwest collections. A core cultural stop for first-time visitors.
Cheapest price
$50
Average price
$53
Fastest journey
1 h 55 m
Average duration
1 h 55 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
168 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Lacey, WA to Portland, OR is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lacey, WA to Portland, OR will cost around $53 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $50.
Of the 2 buses that leave Lacey, WA for Portland, OR on Sun, Jun 21, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct buses cover the 168 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 Sun, Jun 21 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.
FlixBus
FlixBus
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lacey, WA to Portland, OR among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $24, and a flight costs an average of $251.
Distance: 104 miles (168 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$35 Average price | $30 Average price Cheapest | $293 Average price | $24 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 25m Average total duration 1h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 39m Average total duration 2h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 1h 51m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Lacey, WA to Portland, OR:
A train is $5 (€4) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Lacey, WA to Portland, OR costing on average $35 (€29).
A train is $263 (€216) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lacey, WA to Portland, OR costing on average $293 (€240).
Other travel options to Portland, OR take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 55m.
Train takes on average 2h 9m.
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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.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30AM | Arrival Time 03:25AM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:30AM | Arrival Time 04:25AM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:25PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator Intercity Transit | Departure Time 04:44PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 2h46 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Intercity Transit | Departure Time 05:44PM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 2h41 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
The table below shows live departures for Lacey, WA to Portland, OR buses for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:25 PM Olympia, Transit Center | 1h55 | 6:20 PM Portland, NW Station Way (Station Place Parking Garage), OR | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:15 PM Olympia, Transit Center | 1h55 | 8:10 PM Portland, NW Station Way (Station Place Parking Garage), OR | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare bus, train, and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Buses from Lacey, WA to Portland, OR run on average 2 times per day, taking around 1h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $32 (€26) but you can travel from only $24 (€20) by train.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 07:00, the last at 18:30. The fastest bus covers the 104 miles (168 km) distance in 1h 55m.
Distance 104 miles (168 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $32 (€26) |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 1h 55m |
First bus 7:00 AM |
Last bus 6:30 PM |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lacey, WA to Portland, OR 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 Portland, OR, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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