How much is the bus ticket from Tacoma to Seattle?

The cheapest bus tickets from Tacoma to Seattle start at R 216. The average price for this route is around R 244. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Tacoma to Seattle?

The average bus journey time from Tacoma to Seattle is 1h 5m, covering a distance of 25 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 5m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Tacoma to Seattle route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Northwestern , Amtrak .

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

The earliest bus departs from Tacoma to Seattle at 07:45. And the latest bus departs at 21:55.

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

A bus trip from Tacoma to Seattle produces an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Tacoma 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 5759 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, 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 Tacoma to Seattle?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Northwestern , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Bus Tacoma to Seattle from R 108 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Tacoma to Seattle on 19 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	21:55	Tacoma	50m	22:45	Greyhound Station	Cheapest
Bus	21:55	Tacoma	25m	22:20	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	Fastest
Bus	21:55	Tacoma	1h	22:55	International District. (6th Ave S & S Lane St)	No tags
Bus	21:45	Tacoma	1h 30m	23:15	Seattle (Bus Station)	No tags
Bus	21:55	Tacoma	1h 20m	23:15	University of Washington	No tags

Next departures from Tacoma to Seattle on 20 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	21:55	Tacoma	50m	22:45	Greyhound Station	Cheapest
Bus	21:55	Tacoma	25m	22:20	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	Fastest
Bus	09:45	Tacoma	1h 5m	10:50	Greyhound Station	No tags
Bus	07:45	Tacoma	1h 30m	09:15	Seattle (Bus Station)	No tags
Bus	12:15	Tacoma	1h 5m	13:20	Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from Tacoma to Seattle on 21 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	21:55	Tacoma	50m	22:45	Greyhound Station	Cheapest
Bus	21:55	Tacoma	25m	22:20	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	Fastest
Bus	09:45	Tacoma	1h 5m	10:50	Greyhound Station	No tags
Bus	07:45	Tacoma	1h 30m	09:15	Seattle (Bus Station)	No tags
Bus	12:15	Tacoma	1h 5m	13:20	Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from Tacoma to Seattle on 22 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	21:55	Tacoma	50m	22:45	Greyhound Station	Cheapest
Bus	21:55	Tacoma	25m	22:20	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	Fastest
Bus	09:45	Tacoma	1h 5m	10:50	Greyhound Station	No tags
Bus	12:15	Tacoma	1h 5m	13:20	Greyhound Station	No tags
Bus	12:15	Tacoma	35m	12:50	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	No tags

Next departures from Tacoma to Seattle on 23 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	21:55	Tacoma	50m	22:45	Greyhound Station	Cheapest
Bus	21:55	Tacoma	25m	22:20	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	Fastest
Bus	09:45	Tacoma	1h 5m	10:50	Greyhound Station	No tags
Bus	07:45	Tacoma	1h 30m	09:15	Seattle (Bus Station)	No tags
Bus	12:15	Tacoma	1h 5m	13:20	Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from Tacoma to Seattle on 24 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	21:55	Tacoma	50m	22:45	Greyhound Station	Cheapest
Bus	21:55	Tacoma	25m	22:20	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	Fastest
Bus	09:45	Tacoma	1h 5m	10:50	Greyhound Station	No tags
Bus	07:45	Tacoma	1h 30m	09:15	Seattle (Bus Station)	No tags
Bus	12:15	Tacoma	1h 5m	13:20	Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from Tacoma to Seattle on 25 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	21:55	Tacoma	50m	22:45	Greyhound Station	Cheapest
Bus	21:55	Tacoma	25m	22:20	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	Fastest
Bus	09:45	Tacoma	1h 5m	10:50	Greyhound Station	No tags
Bus	07:45	Tacoma	1h 30m	09:15	Seattle (Bus Station)	No tags
Bus	12:15	Tacoma	1h 5m	13:20	Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from Tacoma to Seattle on 26 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	21:55	Tacoma	50m	22:45	Greyhound Station	Cheapest
Bus	21:55	Tacoma	25m	22:20	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	Fastest
Bus	09:45	Tacoma	1h 5m	10:50	Greyhound Station	No tags
Bus	12:15	Tacoma	1h 5m	13:20	Greyhound Station	No tags
Bus	12:15	Tacoma	35m	12:50	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 6:36 AM PST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Tacoma to Seattle

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Seattle. The journey takes about 1 hour 5 minutes and with fares starting at just R 216, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day

1h 5mAverage duration

25 kmDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 216 - R 423	Average duration1h 5m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 249 - R 536	Average duration52m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512 226 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Northwestern

4/54 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness5

WiFi0

Amtrak

4/55 759 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Tacoma to Seattle by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Tacoma to Seattle?
The cheapest bus tickets from Tacoma to Seattle start at R 216. The average price for this route is around R 244. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Tacoma to Seattle?
The average bus journey time from Tacoma to Seattle is 1h 5m, covering a distance of 25 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 5m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Tacoma to Seattle route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Northwestern, Amtrak.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Tacoma to Seattle?
The earliest bus departs from Tacoma to Seattle at 07:45. And the latest bus departs at 21:55.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Tacoma to Seattle?
A bus trip from Tacoma to Seattle produces an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Tacoma 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 5759 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Tacoma to Seattle?
Based on reviews on Busbud, 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 Tacoma to Seattle?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Tacoma to Seattle?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Northwestern, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 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

17/02

R 158

18/02

R 150

Today

R 141

20/02

R 141

21/02

R 125

22/02

R 133

23/02

R 108

24/02

R 108

The cheapest trip from Tacoma to Seattle was searched and found on 23 Feb 2026 with a price of R 108

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

You can expect to pay from R 108 to R 399 for a bus ticket from Tacoma to Seattle based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 108, which is on 2026-02-23.

Usually Northwestern will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.