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There is one daily bus from Seattle to Albany. Traveling by bus from Seattle to Albany usually takes around 4 hours and 50 minutes, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
| Distance | 209 mi (336 km) |
| Shortest duration | 4h 50m |
| Cheapest price | $27.61 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | BoltBus |
| Bus lines | 1 |
Overall score for buses from Seattle to Albany
(Based on 2 ratings and reviews)
5.0
Bolt staff are friendly. There was a delay with all the buses, but there were Bolt employees there at the bus stop to help soothe the customers.
5.0
Pros: I loved the punctuality. Cons: I was good with how things are. Thanks! Tips: Be there early to get a rid. Getting there at time of departure is too late!
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Seattle to Albany. BoltBus is the only company that has bus schedules available to search and book at the moment. It only makes the trip once a day on most days.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| BoltBus | 1 | 4h 50m | $31.87 |
Book BoltBus from Seattle to Albany from $28. There are 1 BoltBus schedules from Seattle to Albany and you can expect on average to pay for a BoltBus ticket to Albany. In Seattle, BoltBus departs to Albany from 5th Ave S and S Dearborn St and no other station. In Albany, BoltBus arrives at 112 SW 10th Ave and no other station.
An average trip on BoltBus from Seattle to Albany takes 4 hours and 50 minutes .
On weekends, BoltBus offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway trip to Albany.
The bus takes an average of 4 hours and 50 minutes to cover the 336 kilometers from Seattle to Albany. In other words, you'll have plenty of time to rest and relax on the road. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Friday is the busiest travel day for buses as people head from Seattle to Albany for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the bus, traveling mid-week is your best bet.
There is usually only one bus per day from Seattle to Albany. It leaves the station in Seattle at 11:00am each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.
There is usually only one bus per day from Seattle to Albany. Fortunately, this happens to be a direct bus, meaning that you do not have to get on a different bus at any point during your trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Seattle, WA to Albany, OR; ticket prices start at $55.21.
Seattle is a must-see destination on the West Coast of the United States, offering many unique activities for any type of traveler. However, we're confident every visitor will enjoy the view of Mount Rainier from the top of Seattle's iconic Space Needle. Outdoor enthusiasts can bike, hike, boat, and ski in one of the top cities for outdoor activities in the U.S., while soaking in the Pacific Northwest's natural beauty (and yes, some rain as well). Urban explorers will love walking through Pike Place Market and experiencing Seattle's museums and public art, like the scenic Olympic Sculpture Park. These offerings and more make Seattle one of the best vacation destination in Washington.
Known for its coffee culture and as the birthplace of Starbucks, Seattle is also one of the top 5 craft beer cities in the U.S., which is ideal for those who prefer to experience the taste of a city served up in a latte mug or a pint glass.
Seattle is home to the largest airport in the Pacific Northwest, Seattle-Tacoma Airport, but there are plenty of other ways to continue your travels from the Emerald City. A short ferry ride to Bainbridge Island includes the chance to see orca whales in the Puget Sound, or you can catch the Amtrak Cascades train or one of several affordable bus options from the historic King Street Station to other exciting Northwest cities in British Columbia, Oregon and beyond.
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Albany is an Oregon city located halfway between Portland and Eugene, just south of the state capital, Salem. To get a feel for the town's history, visit Monteith House and Albany Regional Museum, both of which house artifacts from the 19th century when Oregon was a growing destination for pioneers.
Thanks to its location in the Willamette Valley, Albany is near many top-rated wineries and vineyards like Springhill Cellars and Delfino Fine Wines. Oregon's beer culture also shines in Albany, at breweries including Calapooia Brewing Co. and The Garage, with 54 drinks on tap downtown. Albany also has many excellent restaurants, with specialties ranging from Italian to Hungarian dishes.
Many bus routes serve Albany, the most useful of which are ATS (Albany Transit System) for travel within the local area and Amtrak Thruway for intercity travel. Amtrak's Coast Starlight between LA and Seattle and the Cascades from Vancouver to Eugene both stop in Albany for easy rail connections up and down the coast.
Most buses depart from the main station in Seattle.
5th Ave S and S Dearborn St
All buses from Seattle arrive at one main station in Albany.
112 SW 10th Ave
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