5.0
Pros: Nice and easy trip. Cons: perhaps a better system tell travelers what bus to get on.
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Is it better to travel by bus or train from Everett to Seattle?
There are usually 3 daily train trips available from Everett to Seattle.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. Price€17.67 | Avg. Price€14.12 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips3 | Daily Trips3 |
Duration | Duration1h 4m | Duration1h 1m |
Bus from Everett to Seattle: Journey Information
There are 5 intercity buses per day from Everett to Seattle. Traveling by bus from Everett to Seattle usually takes around one hour and 3 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 40 minutes.
| Distance | 26 mi (43 km) |
| Shortest duration | 0h 40m |
| Cheapest price | €11.13 |
| Trips per day | 5 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Thruway |
| Bus lines | 5 |
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What bus companies travel from Everett to Seattle?
There are 5 bus lines from Everett to Seattle available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. Amtrak Thruway offers the most choice in regards to departure times, with a couple of different times on its daily bus schedule.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak Thruway | 2 | 1h 18m | €16.24 |
| FlixBus US | 1 | 0h 45m | €18.21 |
| Greyhound | 1 | 0h 40m | €18.19 |
| Northwestern Stage Lines | 2 | 1h 13m | €19.47 |
| Salt Lake Express | 1 | 1h 20m | €19.47 |
Amtrak Thruway, also known as Amtrak Thruway Motorcoach, is a system of intercity passenger buses operated by Amtrak to connect train stations to areas that are not served by the carrier’s railroads. On the bus, passengers can enjoy comfortable reclining seats with leg rests and access to onboard restroom facilities. Amtrak Thruway bus tickets from Everett to Seattle start at €11. On average, there are 2 Amtrak Thruway bus trips on this route every day.
FlixBus US is the American branch of German bus company FlixBus, known for providing sustainable, affordable, and modern bus travel. The company offers cheap bus tickets to popular urban destinations throughout the United States. FlixBus US buses include many amenities, including comfortable seats, free WiFi, power outlets at every seat, and an online portal for free entertainment. On average, FlixBus US operates 1 trips per day from Everett to Seattle, and the average ticket for this route costs only .
Greyhound is the largest nationwide bus carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound performs about 1 bus trips from Everett to Seattle every day, with the average journey taking around 0 hours and 40 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Seattle usually start from €17.
Book Northwestern Stage Lines from Everett to Seattle from €19. There are 2 trips per day offered by Northwestern Stage Lines from Everett to Seattle and you can expect on average to pay for a Northwestern Stage Lines ticket to Seattle. In Everett, Northwestern Stage Lines departs to Seattle from 3201 Smith Ave . In Seattle, Northwestern Stage Lines arrives at King St Station - 303 S Jackson St and one other station.
An average trip on Northwestern Stage Lines from Everett to Seattle takes 1 hours and 13 minutes , while the fastest available Northwestern Stage Lines trip will get you to Seattle in 0 hours and 40 minutes .
On weekends, Northwestern Stage Lines offers 2 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Seattle.
Book Salt Lake Express from Everett to Seattle from €19. Typically there is one Salt Lake Express schedule per day from Everett to Seattle and you can expect on average to pay for a Salt Lake Express ticket to Seattle. In Everett, Salt Lake Express departs to Seattle from 3201 Smith Ave . In Seattle, Salt Lake Express arrives at Bus Terminal - 503 S Royal Brougham Way .
An average trip on Salt Lake Express from Everett to Seattle takes 1 hours and 20 minutes , while the fastest available Salt Lake Express trip will get you to Seattle in 0 hours and 40 minutes .
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Everett to Seattle
The bus takes an average of one hour and 3 minutes to cover the 26 miles from Everett to Seattle. However, the fastest bus only takes 40 minutes. You'll have just enough time for a small nap on this relatively short bus trip. 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.
Thursday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Thursday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Sunday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded buses to Seattle, book your ticket for the last day of the week.
The first bus leaves at 3:00pm and the last bus leaves at 9:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Everett to Seattle, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 5 scheduled buses that travel from Everett to Seattle every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct buses which you can take the entire route from Everett to Seattle without transferring.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Everett to Seattle; ticket prices start at €11.13.
City Information
Everett
Everett, on the USA's north-western coast, is only 25 miles from Seattle and has become a buzzing satellite city for people working there. Downtown Everett has lots of great restaurants and bars serving cuisines from Asian to Peruvian and an array of popular coffee shops. The city is known for its fun outdoor and aerospace-themed attractions such as the High Trek Adventures Aerial Park, the Flying Heritage Collection, and the Future of Flight Aviation Centre.
Everett is bisected by Interstate 5, meaning it has direct connections to Seattle and Vancouver by road. The main transport hub of Everett Station serves both trains and buses, including Amtrak routes to Vancouver, Seattle, Portland, and Chicago. The city also has service from several bus companies, such as Jefferson Lines, which go to Portland, Vancouver, and Seattle.
Seattle
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.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Everett?
Main departure station: 3201 Smith Ave
Most buses depart from the main station in Everett.
All bus stations in Everett:
3201 Smith Ave
Where does the bus arrive in Seattle?
Image credit: SounderBruce
Link to image attributionMain arrival station: King St Station - 303 S Jackson St
King Street Station is the main station for Amtrak train service and Greyhound bus service in Seattle, with connections to local public transit like the Link Light Rail and King County Metro at the International District/Chinatown station one block away. Located near downtown Seattle in the trendy Pioneer Square neighborhood, King Street Station opened in 1906 and continues to impress travelers with its restored Italian architecture and Venetian-style clocktower. King Street Station has on-site Amtrak staff, restrooms, and vending machines, and while there are no restaurants in the station, several nearby coffee shops and eateries make it easy to fuel up before your trip.
All bus stations in Seattle:
King St Station - 303 S Jackson St
Bus Terminal - 503 S Royal Brougham Way
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