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The cheapest and fastest buses from Seattle, WA to Ellensburg, WA

Showing times and prices for Jul 03

Cheapest price

$54

Average price

$70

Fastest journey

1 h 45 m

Average duration

1 h 57 m

Buses per day

11

Distance

151 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Seattle, WA to Ellensburg, 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 Ellensburg, WA will cost around $70 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $54.

Fast buses

Of the 11 buses that leave Seattle, WA for Ellensburg, WA on Fri, Jul 03, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Fri, Jul 03 the direct buses cover the 151 km distance in an average of 1 h 57 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 45 m .

On Fri, Jul 03 the slowest buses will take 2 h 10 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.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    10:25 AM2h00
    Seattle, S Royal Brougham Way / 6th Avenue South (Bus Station)
    12:25 PMEllensburg, East 10th Avenue (Parking lot), WA
    $541One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    9:45 AM2h40
    Seattle, SeaTac Airport Terminal - Bay 2
    12:25 PMEllensburg, East 10th Avenue (Parking lot), WA
    $541One-way
    0 transfers
  • Northwestern Stage LinesNWL 741
    1:20 PM2h30
    Seattle, King Street Station (Amtrak Train Station)
    3:50 PMEllensburg, East 10th Avenue (Parking lot), WA
    $601One-way
    0 transfers
  • Northwestern Stage LinesNWL 741
    1:20 PM2h10
    Seattle, King Street Station (Amtrak Train Station)
    3:30 PMEllensburg, I-90 West Interchange
    $601One-way
    0 transfers
  • Northwestern Stage LinesNWL 741
    1:45 PM1h45
    Seattle, S Royal Brougham Way / 6th Avenue South (Bus Station)
    3:30 PMEllensburg, I-90 West Interchange
    $601One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus for Seattle, WA to Ellensburg, WA

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Seattle, WA to Ellensburg, WA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $7, and a bus costs an average of $7.

Distance: 93 miles (151 km)

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Bus
Driving

$42

Average price

Cheapest

$22

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 28m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 58m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 38m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

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Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Seattle, WA to Ellensburg, WA is a bus with an average price of $42 (€34).
The fastest way to travel from Seattle, WA to Ellensburg, WA is by bus with an average journey time of 1h 58m.
Yes, you can take a bus between Seattle, WA and Ellensburg, WA.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Seattle, WA to Ellensburg, WA among Omio's users.
Take the bus. On this route, it's both cheaper and quicker than driving.

You'll arrive about -1h -20m sooner (1h 58m by bus vs 1h 38m by car) and save roughly $-19.85 (€-16.36) compared to fuel and tolls ($42 (€34) vs $22 (€18)). 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, Northwestern Stages.

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 Ellensburg, WA Bus Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationDeparture daysCheapest price
Operator
Greyhound
Departure Time
08:20AM
Arrival Time
10:05AM
Duration
1h45
Departure days
Tue, Fri
Cheapest price
$42
Operator
Northwestern Stage Lines
Departure Time
08:50AM
Arrival Time
03:10PM
Duration
6h20
Departure days
Tue, Fri
Cheapest price
$94
Operator
Northwestern Stage Lines
Departure Time
09:15AM
Arrival Time
03:10PM
Duration
5h55
Departure days
Tue, Fri
Cheapest price
$94
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
09:45AM
Arrival Time
12:25PM
Duration
2h40
Departure days
Tue, Fri
Cheapest price
$45
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
10:25AM
Arrival Time
12:25PM
Duration
2h00
Departure days
Tue, Fri
Cheapest price
$45
Operator
Northwestern Stage Lines
Departure Time
01:20PM
Arrival Time
03:50PM
Duration
2h30
Departure days
Tue, Fri
Cheapest price
$60
Operator
Northwestern Stage Lines
Departure Time
01:45PM
Arrival Time
03:50PM
Duration
2h05
Departure days
Tue, Fri
Cheapest price
$60
Operator
Greyhound
Departure Time
03:20PM
Arrival Time
05:05PM
Duration
1h45
Departure days
Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$35
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
04:15PM
Arrival Time
06:10PM
Duration
1h55
Departure days
Wed, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$29
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
05:15PM
Arrival Time
07:10PM
Duration
1h55
Departure days
Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$42
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
06:05PM
Arrival Time
08:05PM
Duration
2h00
Departure days
Mon, Thu
Cheapest price
$52
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
07:05PM
Arrival Time
09:05PM
Duration
2h00
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$47
Operator
Infobus
Departure Time
10:50PM
Arrival Time
01:00AM
Duration
2h10
Departure days
Fri
Cheapest price
$66

Live departures

Seattle, WA to Ellensburg, WA bus times

The table below shows live departures for Seattle, WA to Ellensburg, WA buses for today, Thursday, July 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

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Tickets
Greyhound3:20 PM Seattle, WA
1h45
5:05 PM Ellensburg, WA0 transfersDirect
FlixBus5:15 PM Seattle, WA
1h55
7:10 PM Ellensburg, WA0 transfersDirect
FlixBus6:05 PM Seattle, WA
2h00
8:05 PM Ellensburg, WA0 transfersDirect

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Why should you book Seattle, WA to Ellensburg, WA buses with Omio?

FlixBus as well as Northwestern Stages offer buses services from Seattle, WA to Ellensburg, WA.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Seattle, WA to Ellensburg, WA.

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  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of Northwestern Stages to find the best option for your trip from Seattle, WA to Ellensburg, WA.
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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Seattle, WA to Ellensburg, WA

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Buses from Seattle, WA to Ellensburg, WA run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $7 (€6) if you book in advance.

There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:50, the last at 22:50. The fastest bus covers the 93 miles (151 km) distance in 1h 45m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
93 miles (151 km)
Average bus duration
1h 58m
Cheapest ticket price
$7 (€6)
Buses per day
4
Direct buses
4
Fastest bus
1h 45m
First bus
1:50 AM
Last bus
10:50 PM
Cheapest Month
Apr
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Tue
Best time to book
1 day
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: FlixBus, Northwestern Stages from Seattle, WA to Ellensburg, WAYou can travel by bus between Seattle, WA to Ellensburg, WA with FlixBus, Northwestern Stages for as low as $7 (€6). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

FlixBus

About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 55m
Cheapest Price
$29 (€24)
FlixBus frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.
Learn more about FlixBus

Northwestern Stages

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 5m
Cheapest Price
$55 (€45)
Northwestern Stages frequency
1 a day

FAQs: Bus from Seattle, WA to Ellensburg, WA

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Seattle, WA to Ellensburg, 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 Ellensburg, WA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap bus tickets from Seattle, WA to Ellensburg, WA can start from as little as $7 (€6) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Seattle, WA to Ellensburg, WA is $42 (€34) ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by bus from Seattle, WA to Ellensburg, WA is 1h 45m to travel the 93 miles (151 km) long journey. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest bus from Seattle, WA to Ellensburg, WA leaves at 1:50 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Seattle, WA to Ellensburg, WA leaves at 10:50 PM.
Yes, there are 4 direct buses a day from Seattle, WA to Ellensburg, WA with FlixBus, Northwestern Stages. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.
When taking a bus from Seattle, WA to Ellensburg, WA, you can count on FlixBus, Northwestern Stages for the best way to get you to Ellensburg, WA. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between Seattle, WA and Ellensburg, WA and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
A day trip to Ellensburg, WA from Seattle, WA is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 45m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a bus from Seattle, WA to Ellensburg, WA is April.
Yes, you can take a bus between Seattle, WA and Ellensburg, WA.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from Seattle, WA to Ellensburg, WA for bus company FlixBus.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Seattle, WA to Ellensburg, WA:
  • FlixBus
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from Seattle, WA to Ellensburg, WA depends on the bus companies:
  • 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus company FlixBus.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from Seattle, WA to Ellensburg, WA.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Seattle, WA to Ellensburg, WA:
  • FlixBus
    • One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from Seattle, WA to Ellensburg, WA:
  • FlixBus
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the bus from Seattle, WA to Ellensburg, WA. The following conditions apply:
  • FlixBus
    • Small pets in carriers allowed
    • guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the bus from Seattle, WA to Ellensburg, WA with the following bus company: FlixBus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from Seattle, WA to Ellensburg, WA with the following bus company: FlixBus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from Seattle, WA to Ellensburg, WA with the following bus company: FlixBus.
Since neither Seattle, WA nor Ellensburg, WA are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of United States and United States. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Seattle, WA to Ellensburg, WA among Omio's users.
The currency used in the United States is the US Dollar (USD). For travelers, using cards is generally more convenient and widely accepted, especially credit and debit cards, while cash is useful for small purchases or places that do not accept cards.
In Ellensburg, WA, travelers should be mindful of typical urban safety concerns such as petty theft and vehicle break-ins, especially in crowded or tourist-frequented areas. Scams are rare but can include overcharging or misleading information from unofficial tour operators or taxi services. Staying alert, securing belongings, and using reputable transportation options help ensure a safe visit.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Seattle, WA to Ellensburg, WA

Most Seattle, WA to Ellensburg, WA buses use the Seattle, S Royal Brougham Way / 6th Avenue South (Bus Station) to Ellensburg, East 10th Avenue (Parking lot) station pair, with some services arriving at Ellensburg, I-90 West Interchange. Use this guide to compare Seattle, WA and Ellensburg, WA bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Seattle
Arrival bus stations in Ellensburg
Seattle, S Royal Brougham Way / 6th Avenue South (Bus Station)
City-centre transport

Getting to Seattle, S Royal Brougham Way / 6th Avenue South (Bus Station) from Seattle city centre

Bus124 · 4m · $4 · every ~7 min
545, 570 · 7m · $4 · every ~9 min
Dungeness Line · 13m · $22
Dungeness Line · 22m · $22
Tram1 Line · 8m · $4 · every ~14 min
Seattle, King Street Station (Amtrak Train Station)
City-centre transport

Getting to Seattle, King Street Station (Amtrak Train Station) from Seattle city centre

BusDungeness Line · 4m · $22
1, 101, 13, 14, 150, 177, 2, 3, 36, 4, 7, 70, 49, 102, 162 · 5m · $4 · every ~52 min
Tram1 Line, 2 Line · 3m · $4 · every ~28 min
Seattle, Northeast Campus Parkway / 12th Avenue NE (University of Washington)
City-centre transport

Getting to Seattle, Northeast Campus Parkway / 12th Avenue NE (University of Washington) from Seattle city centre

Bus70 · 24m · $4 · every ~11 min
FlixBus 2110, FlixBus 2115, FlixBus 2114, FlixBus N2111 · 26m · $1
49 · 28m · $4 · every ~8 min
70 · 28m · $4 · every ~11 min
Tram1 Line, 2 Line · 20m · $4 · every ~29 min
1 Line, 2 Line · 22m · $7 · every ~29 min

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