How to travel from Lacey, WA to Seattle, WA

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Compare bus and train for Lacey, WA to Seattle, WA

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lacey, WA to Seattle, WA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $17 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 1h 40m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $17, while a bus costs an average of $23.

Distance: 45 miles (74 km)

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The cheapest way to travel from Lacey, WA to Seattle, WA is a train with an average price of $17.

This is compared to other travel options from Lacey, WA to Seattle, WA:

A train is $6 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Lacey, WA to Seattle, WA costing on average $23.

The fastest way to travel from Lacey, WA to Seattle, WA is by bus with an average journey time of 1h 40m.

Other travel options to Seattle, WA take longer:

Train takes on average 2h 3m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Lacey, WA and Seattle, WA including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Lacey, WA to Seattle, WA among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $17 compared to roughly $12 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-4.73. The journey takes 1h 33m versus 1h 1m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Lacey, WA to Seattle, WA

How to get from Lacey, WA to Seattle, WA by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Lacey, WA to Seattle, WA is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:20 AM1h50
    Olympia, Transit Center
    10:10 AMSeattle, S Royal Brougham Way / 6th Avenue South (Bus Station)
    $221One-way
    0 transfers

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  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:20 AM1h50
    Olympia, Transit Center
    10:10 AMSeattle, S Royal Brougham Way / 6th Avenue South (Bus Station)
    $221One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Greyhound
    11:05 AM1h35
    Olympia, Transit Center
    12:40 PMSeattle, S Royal Brougham Way / 6th Avenue South (Bus Station)
    $281One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Lacey, WA to Seattle, WA

Travel to Seattle, WA easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Lacey, WA to Seattle, WA.

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There are 2 options to travel between Lacey, WA and Seattle, WA including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Lacey, WA to Seattle, WA is a train with an average price of $17.

This is compared to other travel options from Lacey, WA to Seattle, WA:

A train is $6 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Lacey, WA to Seattle, WA costing on average $23.

The fastest way to travel from Lacey, WA to Seattle, WA is by bus with an average journey time of 1h 40m.

Other travel options to Seattle, WA take longer:

Train takes on average 2h 3m.

The distance from Lacey, WA to Seattle, WA is approximately 45 miles (74 km).
The average frequency per day from Lacey, WA to Seattle, WA is:
  • Around 6 trains per day.
  • Around 4 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Lacey, WA and Seattle, WA as scheduled services by bus and train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Lacey, WA to Seattle, WA:
  • Trains mostly depart from Centennial Station, Lacey, WA and arrive in King Street Station, Seattle, WA.
  • Buses mostly depart from Olympia, Transit Center and arrive in Seattle, S Royal Brougham Way / 6th Avenue South (Bus Station).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Lacey, WA to Seattle, WA, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, Intercity Transit to go to Seattle, WA by bus.
  • Travel with Amtrak to go to Seattle, WA by train.
Omio customers who travel from Lacey, WA to Seattle, WA often also extend their vacation to go to Vancouver, BC, Portland, OR, Vancouver, WA, Redmond, OR, Los Angeles, CA. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Seattle, WA and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Seattle, WA to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Seattle, WA, you can take a ferry ride to Bainbridge Island for stunning views and a charming small-town experience, explore the vibrant neighborhoods of Capitol Hill and Fremont, visit the Seattle Aquarium, and enjoy a walk or bike ride along the Burke-Gilman Trail. For cultural experiences, see a live performance at the historic Paramount Theatre. Must-see sights include the Space Needle, Pike Place Market, Chihuly Garden and Glass, the Museum of Pop Culture, and the Seattle Art Museum.
For a comprehensive experience in Seattle, WA, 3 to 4 days are typically sufficient to explore major attractions such as the Space Needle, Pike Place Market, and the Museum of Pop Culture, while also allowing time for side trips to nearby destinations like Mount Rainier or Bainbridge Island.

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