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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Seattle, WA to Bellingham, WA
Cheapest price
$27
Average price
$29
Fastest journey
1 h 30 m
Average duration
1 h 49 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
129 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Seattle, WA to Bellingham, WA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Seattle, WA to Bellingham, WA will cost around $29 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $27.
Of the 6 buses that leave Seattle, WA for Bellingham, WA on Sat, May 30, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, May 30 the direct buses cover the 129 km distance in an average of 1 h 49 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 30 m .
On Sat, May 30 the slowest buses will take 2 h 5 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.
FlixBus7:30 AM2h00Seattle, S Royal Brougham Way / 6th Avenue South (Bus Station)9:30 AMBellingham, Fairhaven Transportation Center$271One-way0 transfers
11:15 AM2h05Seattle, S Royal Brougham Way / 6th Avenue South (Bus Station)1:20 PMBellingham, Fairhaven Transportation Center$281One-way0 transfers- 9:20 AM1h35Seattle, S Royal Brougham Way / 6th Avenue South (Bus Station)10:55 AMBellingham, Fairhaven Transportation Center$281One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus7:10 PM1h55Seattle, S Royal Brougham Way / 6th Avenue South (Bus Station)9:05 PMBellingham, Lincoln Creek Park & Ride, WA$311One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus7:35 PM1h30Seattle, Northeast Campus Parkway / 12th Avenue NE (University of Washington), WA9:05 PMBellingham, Lincoln Creek Park & Ride, WA$311One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus7:35 PM1h30Seattle, Northeast Campus Parkway / 12th Avenue NE (University of Washington), WA9:05 PMBellingham, Lincoln Creek Park & Ride, WA$311One-way0 transfers
- 9:20 AM1h35Seattle, S Royal Brougham Way / 6th Avenue South (Bus Station)10:55 AMBellingham, Fairhaven Transportation Center$281One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus7:10 PM1h55Seattle, S Royal Brougham Way / 6th Avenue South (Bus Station)9:05 PMBellingham, Lincoln Creek Park & Ride, WA$311One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus7:30 AM2h00Seattle, S Royal Brougham Way / 6th Avenue South (Bus Station)9:30 AMBellingham, Fairhaven Transportation Center$271One-way0 transfers
- 11:15 AM2h05Seattle, S Royal Brougham Way / 6th Avenue South (Bus Station)1:20 PMBellingham, Fairhaven Transportation Center$281One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Seattle, WA to Bellingham, WA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Seattle, WA to Bellingham, WA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 0m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $20, and a train costs an average of $26.
Distance: 80 miles (129 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$32 Average price Cheapest | $43 Average price | $19 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 34m Average total duration 2h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 30m Average total duration Fastest 2h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 37m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
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 Seattle, WA to Bellingham, WA:
A bus is $10 (€8) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Seattle, WA to Bellingham, WA costing on average $43 (€34).
Other travel options to Bellingham, WA take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 4m.
You'll arrive about -1h -27m sooner (2h 4m by bus vs 1h 37m by car) and save roughly $-13.21 (€-10.66) compared to fuel and tolls ($32 (€26) vs $19 (€15)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by FlixBus, Greyhound.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Seattle, WA to Bellingham, WA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 10:55AM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 09:05PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 09:05PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:35PM | Arrival Time 09:05PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Live departures
Seattle, WA to Bellingham, WA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Seattle, WA to Bellingham, WA buses for today, Friday, May 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:15 AM Seattle, S Royal Brougham Way / 6th Avenue South (Bus Station) | 2h05 | 1:20 PM Bellingham, Fairhaven Transportation Center | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:30 PM Seattle, SeaTac Airport Terminal - Bay 2 | 2h35 | 9:05 PM Bellingham, Lincoln Creek Park & Ride, WA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:10 PM Seattle, S Royal Brougham Way / 6th Avenue South (Bus Station) | 1h55 | 9:05 PM Bellingham, Lincoln Creek Park & Ride, WA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:35 PM Seattle, Northeast Campus Parkway / 12th Avenue NE (University of Washington), WA | 1h30 | 9:05 PM Bellingham, Lincoln Creek Park & Ride, WA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, May 30 | |||||
| FlixBus | 7:30 AM Seattle, S Royal Brougham Way / 6th Avenue South (Bus Station) | 2h00 | 9:30 AM Bellingham, Fairhaven Transportation Center | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:20 AM Seattle, S Royal Brougham Way / 6th Avenue South (Bus Station) | 1h35 | 10:55 AM Bellingham, Fairhaven Transportation Center | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Seattle, WA to Bellingham, WA
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Buses from Seattle, WA to Bellingham, WA run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $20 (€16) if you book in advance.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 07:30, the last at 20:10. The fastest bus covers the 80 miles (129 km) distance in 1h 25m.
Distance 80 miles (129 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 (€16) |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 1h 25m |
First bus 7:30 AM |
Last bus 8:10 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 35 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Greyhound from Seattle, WA to Bellingham, WAYou can travel by bus between Seattle, WA to Bellingham, WA with FlixBus, Greyhound for as low as $20 (€16). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Seattle, WA to Bellingham, WA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Seattle, WA to Bellingham, 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 Bellingham, WA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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