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Muzeo Museum and Cultural Center
Anaheim’s main museum campus with rotating art, history, and cultural exhibitions in a restored Carnegie building and nearby gallery spaces.
Cheapest price
$149
Average price
$203
Fastest journey
1 d 5 h 45 m
Average duration
1 d 5 h 57 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
1575 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Seattle, WA to Anaheim, CA 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 Anaheim, CA will cost around $203 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $149.
Of the 3 buses that leave Seattle, WA for Anaheim, CA on Tue, Jun 16, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jun 16 the direct buses cover the 1575 km distance in an average of 1 d 5 h 57 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 d 5 h 45 m .
On Tue, Jun 16 the slowest buses will take 1 d 6 h 20 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 Seattle, WA to Anaheim, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $134. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 50m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.5 - 1.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $134, and a train costs an average of $143.
Distance: 978 miles (1575 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$254 Average price Cheapest | $291 Average price | $262 Average price | $238 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
27h 54m Average total duration 27h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 35h 21m Average total duration 34h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 50m Average total duration Fastest 2h 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 17h 57m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
1.6 - 3.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 4.7 - 9.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Seattle, WA to Anaheim, CA:
A bus is $8 (€7) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Seattle, WA to Anaheim, CA costing on average $262 (€212).
A bus is $37 (€30) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Seattle, WA to Anaheim, CA costing on average $291 (€236).
Other travel options to Anaheim, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 27h 24m.
Train takes on average 34h 51m.
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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 02:40PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 31h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $201 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 30h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $201 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:55PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 29h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $197 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:40PM | Arrival Time 04:40AM | Duration 31h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $141 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:20PM | Arrival Time 04:40AM | Duration 30h20 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $149 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:40PM | Arrival Time 05:40AM | Duration 31h00 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $192 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:55PM | Arrival Time 04:40AM | Duration 29h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $157 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:55PM | Arrival Time 05:40AM | Duration 29h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $278 |
The table below shows live departures for Seattle, WA to Anaheim, CA buses for today, Monday, June 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus+![]() | 2:40 PM Seattle, Northeast Campus Parkway / 12th Avenue NE (University of Washington), WA | 31h00 | 9:40 PM Anaheim, Regional Transportation Intermodal Center (ARTIC) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+![]() | 3:20 PM Seattle, S Royal Brougham Way / 6th Avenue South (Bus Station) | 30h20 | 9:40 PM Anaheim, Regional Transportation Intermodal Center (ARTIC) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+![]() | 3:55 PM Seattle, SeaTac Airport Terminal - Bay 2 | 29h45 | 9:40 PM Anaheim, Regional Transportation Intermodal Center (ARTIC) | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Seattle, WA to Anaheim, CA run on average 6 times per day, taking around 27h 24m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $134 (€108) but you can travel from only $104 (€84) by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 06:10, the last at 23:10. The fastest bus covers the 978 miles (1575 km) distance in 29h 45m.
Distance 978 miles (1575 km) |
Average bus duration 27h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $134 (€108) |
Buses per day 6 |
Fastest bus 29h 45m |
First bus 6:10 AM |
Last bus 11:10 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 5 days |
Discover the best of Anaheim — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Anaheim trip today.
Anaheim’s main museum campus with rotating art, history, and cultural exhibitions in a restored Carnegie building and nearby gallery spaces.
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A major resort park with Pixar, Marvel, and California-themed areas, highly popular for immersive design, rides, and evening entertainment.
One of the most photogenic and highly regarded themed areas in Disney California Adventure, especially famous at sunset and after dark.
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A classic SoCal burrito with grilled beef, rice, beans, salsa, and cheese, reflecting Anaheim's strong Mexican and taqueria culture.
A regional favorite packed with carne asada and French fries, popular across Southern California and easy to find around Anaheim.
An established upscale restaurant known for refined American cuisine, steaks, and an elegant ranch-inspired dining room.
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Restaurants: 15-20% standard, 20%+ for great service. Bars: USD 1-2 per drink. Taxis/rideshare: 10-15% or round up. Hotel staff: USD 1-5 depending on service. Not usually needed for counter service.
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