How much is the bus ticket from Olympia to Seattle?

The cheapest coach tickets from Olympia to Seattle start from £13. The average price for this route is around £17. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Olympia to Seattle?

The average bus journey time from Olympia to Seattle is 1h 40m, covering a distance of 51 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1h 5m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Olympia to Seattle route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Amtrak .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Olympia to Seattle?

The earliest bus departs from Olympia to Seattle at 09:00. And the latest bus departs at 11:40.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Olympia to Seattle?

A bus journey from Olympia to Seattle produces an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which is the best bus company from Olympia to Seattle?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5654 reviews.

Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Olympia to Seattle?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Olympia to Seattle?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Olympia to Seattle?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus Olympia to Seattle from £10 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Olympia to Seattle on 27 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	09:00	Intercity Transit	1h 50m	10:50	Greyhound Station	Cheapest
Bus	11:30	Intercity Transit	1h 20m	12:50	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	Fastest
Bus	11:30	Intercity Transit	1h 50m	13:20	Greyhound Station	No tags
Bus	11:30	Intercity Transit	2h 20m	13:50	University of Washington	No tags

Next departures from Olympia to Seattle on 28 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	09:00	Intercity Transit	1h 50m	10:50	Greyhound Station	Cheapest
Bus	11:30	Intercity Transit	1h 20m	12:50	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	Fastest
Bus	11:30	Intercity Transit	1h 50m	13:20	Greyhound Station	No tags
Bus	11:30	Intercity Transit	2h 20m	13:50	University of Washington	No tags

Next departures from Olympia to Seattle on 29 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	09:00	Intercity Transit	1h 50m	10:50	Greyhound Station	Cheapest
Bus	11:30	Intercity Transit	1h 20m	12:50	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	Fastest
Bus	11:30	Intercity Transit	1h 50m	13:20	Greyhound Station	No tags
Bus	11:30	Intercity Transit	2h 20m	13:50	University of Washington	No tags

Next departures from Olympia to Seattle on 30 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	09:00	Intercity Transit	1h 50m	10:50	Greyhound Station	Cheapest
Bus	11:30	Intercity Transit	1h 20m	12:50	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	Fastest
Bus	11:30	Intercity Transit	1h 50m	13:20	Greyhound Station	No tags
Bus	11:30	Intercity Transit	2h 20m	13:50	University of Washington	No tags

Next departures from Olympia to Seattle on 31 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	09:00	Intercity Transit	1h 50m	10:50	Greyhound Station	Cheapest
Bus	11:30	Intercity Transit	1h 20m	12:50	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	Fastest
Bus	11:30	Intercity Transit	1h 50m	13:20	Greyhound Station	No tags
Bus	11:30	Intercity Transit	2h 20m	13:50	University of Washington	No tags

Next departures from Olympia to Seattle on 1 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	09:00	Intercity Transit	1h 50m	10:50	Greyhound Station	Cheapest
Bus	11:30	Intercity Transit	1h 20m	12:50	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	Fastest
Bus	11:30	Intercity Transit	1h 50m	13:20	Greyhound Station	No tags
Bus	11:30	Intercity Transit	2h 20m	13:50	University of Washington	No tags

Next departures from Olympia to Seattle on 2 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	09:00	Intercity Transit	1h 50m	10:50	Greyhound Station	Cheapest
Bus	11:30	Intercity Transit	1h 20m	12:50	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	Fastest
Bus	11:30	Intercity Transit	1h 50m	13:20	Greyhound Station	No tags
Bus	11:30	Intercity Transit	2h 20m	13:50	University of Washington	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Olympia to Seattle

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Seattle. The journey takes about 1 hour 30 minutes and with fares starting at just £13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6train per day

1h 30mAverage duration

48 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£13 - £40	Average duration1h 40m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£13 - £39	Average duration1h 30m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Olympia and Seattle?

Stops in Olympia

A
Olympia Transit Center
205 Franklin St NE, Olympia, WA 98501, USA

Stops in Seattle

A
Greyhound Station
503 S Royal Brougham Way, Seattle, WA 98134, USA
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B
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
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C
Washington State Convention Center
705 Pike St, Seattle WA 98101, USA, , Pick-up is at the Charter Bus Loading Zone on 8th Avenue at the corner of 8th Ave. and Pike Street.
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D
Pier 91
2001 W Garfield St, Seattle WA 98119, USA
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E
Pier 66
2203 Alaskan Way, Seattle WA 98121, USA
F
International District
700-822 5th Ave S, Seattle, WA 98104, USA

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,746 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Based on 11746 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at £13

FlixBus Olympia Seattle recent customer reviews

The bus was late for more than two hours but the App shows only late for 95 minutes.

Jun F.

12 August 2025

Bus was a half hour late, so I had to get other transportation to the airport. They only give refunds for delays over two hours.

Katharine M.

19 August 2023

Everything was perfect.

Bobbi N.

18 August 2025

Amtrak

4/55,677 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5677 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at £13

Amtrak Olympia Seattle recent customer reviews

Comfortable and easy to navigate

Laura W.

30 September 2024

Everything was good

Karen B.

19 September 2024

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Olympia to Seattle

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much is the bus ticket from Olympia to Seattle?
The cheapest coach tickets from Olympia to Seattle start from £13. The average price for this route is around £17. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Olympia to Seattle?
The average bus journey time from Olympia to Seattle is 1h 40m, covering a distance of 51 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1h 5m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Olympia to Seattle route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Amtrak.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Olympia to Seattle?
The earliest bus departs from Olympia to Seattle at 09:00. And the latest bus departs at 11:40.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Olympia to Seattle?
A bus journey from Olympia to Seattle produces an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Olympia to Seattle?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5654 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Olympia to Seattle?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Olympia to Seattle?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Olympia to Seattle?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

24/12

£35

25/12

£16

Today

£19

27/12

£14

28/12

£16

29/12

£16

30/12

£15

31/12

£16

The cheapest trip from Olympia to Seattle was searched and found on 27 Dec 2025 with a price of £14

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Olympia to Seattle as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £14 to £35 for a bus ticket from Olympia to Seattle based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £14, which is on 2025-12-27.