The cheapest and fastest buses from Seattle, WA to Olympia, WA
Cheapest price
$26
Average price
$27
Fastest journey
1 h 20 m
Average duration
1 h 59 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
76 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Seattle, WA 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 Seattle, WA to Olympia, WA will cost around $27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $26.
Of the 4 buses that leave Seattle, WA for Olympia, WA on Mon, Dec 22, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 22 the direct buses cover the 76 km distance in an average of 1 h 59 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 20 m .
On Mon, Dec 22 the slowest buses will take 2 h 50 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.
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Compare bus and train for Seattle, WA to Olympia, WA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Seattle, WA to Olympia, WA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 19m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €13, and a bus costs an average of €14.
Distance: 47 miles (76 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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€30 Average price | €19 Average price Cheapest |
2h 14m Average total duration 1h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 49m Average total duration Fastest 1h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Seattle, WA to Olympia, WA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:55PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:05PM | Arrival Time 05:25PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 06:25PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Live departures
Seattle, WA to Olympia, WA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Seattle, WA to Olympia, WA buses for tomorrow, Monday, December 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 12:40 AM Seattle, S Royal Brougham Way / 6th Avenue South (Bus Station) | 1h45 | 2:25 AM Olympia, Transit Center | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:40 PM Seattle, Northeast Campus Parkway / 12th Avenue NE (University of Washington), WA | 2h50 | 1:30 AM Olympia, Transit Center | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:20 PM Seattle, S Royal Brougham Way / 6th Avenue South (Bus Station) | 2h10 | 1:30 AM Olympia, Transit Center | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:55 PM Seattle, SeaTac Airport Terminal - Bay 2 | 1h35 | 1:30 AM Olympia, Transit Center | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Seattle, WA to Olympia, WA
Buses from Seattle, WA to Olympia, WA run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 44m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $18 (€14) but you can travel from only $17 (€13) by train.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 09:00, the last at 17:05. The fastest bus covers the 47 miles (76 km) distance in 2h 0m.
Distance 47 miles (76 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 (€14) |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 2h 0m |
First bus 09:00 |
Last bus 17:05 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Sound Transit from Seattle, WA to Olympia, WAYou can travel by bus between Seattle, WA to Olympia, WA with FlixBus, Sound Transit for as low as $17 (€13). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Seattle, WA to Olympia, WA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Seattle, WA to Olympia, 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 Olympia, WA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- 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.
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- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.
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