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Hands On Children's Museum
Hands-on natural history museum and educational center with regional exhibits, live animals, and family activities.
Cheapest price on Sep 26
$126
Average ticket price on Sep 26
$126
Fastest journey on Sep 26
14 h 55 m
Average journey duration on Sep 26
14 h 55 m
Buses on Sep 26
1
Distance
947 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Sacramento, CA 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 Sacramento, CA to Olympia, WA will cost around $126 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $126.
On Sat, Sep 26, we found 1 buses from Sacramento, CA to Olympia, WA, including 1 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 26 the direct buses cover the 947 km distance in an average of 14 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 14 h 55 m .
On Sat, Sep 26 the slowest buses will take 14 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sacramento, CA to Olympia, WA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $163 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 7h 54m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $163, while a flight costs an average of $734.
Distance: 588 miles (947 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$163 Average price Cheapest | $283 Average price | $734 Average price | $143 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
15h 42m Average total duration 15h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18h 30m Average total duration 18h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 54m Average total duration Fastest 5h 54m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 10h 22m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Sacramento, CA to Olympia, WA:
A bus is $120 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Sacramento, CA to Olympia, WA costing on average $283.
A bus is $571 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Sacramento, CA to Olympia, WA costing on average $734.
Other travel options to Olympia, WA take longer:
Bus takes on average 15h 12m.
Train takes on average 18h 0m.
Tickets start at around $163 compared to roughly $143 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-20.34. The journey takes 15h 12m versus 10h 22m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:30AM | Arrival Time 06:25PM | Duration 14h55 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $107 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:30AM | Arrival Time 07:25PM | Duration 14h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $93 |
The table below shows live departures for Sacramento, CA to Olympia, WA buses for tomorrow, Sunday, September 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:30 AM Sacramento, CA | 14h55 | 7:25 PM Olympia, WA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Sacramento, CA to Olympia, WA run on average 2 times per day, taking around 15h 12m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $103 if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 17:25, the last at 20:50. The fastest bus covers the 588 miles (947 km) distance in 14h 45m.
Distance 588 miles (947 km) |
Average bus duration 15h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price $103 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 14h 45m |
First bus 5:25 PM |
Last bus 8:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
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Most Sacramento, CA to Olympia, WA buses use the Sacramento, Bus Terminal to Olympia, Transit Center station pair. Use this guide to compare Sacramento, CA and Olympia, WA bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Sacramento, Bus Terminal is 1 km from Sacramento city centre. Public transport options include:
Sacramento, Bus Terminal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Fast food and coffee shop available
Free with registration. ATMs are multiple ATMs near ticket office.
Ticket office support is available at Sacramento, Bus Terminal.
Available at Sacramento, Bus Terminal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Sacramento, Bus Terminal: Wheelchair ramps and elevators available.
Sacramento, 2nd Street / J Street (Baker & Hamilton) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Sacramento, 2nd Street / J Street (Baker & Hamilton). ATMs are available at Sacramento, 2nd Street / J Street (Baker & Hamilton).
Ticket office support is available at Sacramento, 2nd Street / J Street (Baker & Hamilton).
Available at Sacramento, 2nd Street / J Street (Baker & Hamilton): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Sacramento, 2nd Street / J Street (Baker & Hamilton): Wheelchair accessible pathways are present.
Olympia, Transit Center has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi is available at the center. ATMs are available at Olympia, Transit Center.
Ticket office support is available at Olympia, Transit Center.
Available at Olympia, Transit Center: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Olympia, Transit Center: The center is wheelchair accessible.
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