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Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Olympia to Portland. Traveling by bus from Olympia to Portland usually takes around one hour and 55 minutes, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
| Distance | 105 mi (169 km) |
| Shortest duration | 1h 55m |
| Cheapest price | $23.99 |
| Trips per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus US |
| Bus lines | 1 |
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What bus companies travel from Olympia to Portland?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Olympia to Portland. FlixBus US is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus US | 2 | 1h 55m | $24.44 |
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 2 trips per day from Olympia to Portland, and the average ticket for this route costs only .
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of one hour and 55 minutes to cover the 105 miles from Olympia to Portland. 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.
Tuesday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Tuesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Monday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. For a less crowded trip, try to book your bus travel for the beginning of the week.
The first bus leaves at 5:00pm and the last bus leaves at 6:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Olympia to Portland, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Portland
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Portland is the largest city in Oregon and accordingly one of the state's best vacation destinations. Also known as the City of Roses, this city along the Willamette River wows visitors with its diverse street food, quirky counterculture, and sprawling bookstores such as the world-famous Powell's Books.
Portland is the 5th best city in the United States for outdoor activities, thanks in part to open-air grounds like the expansive Forest Park. Gardens are also excellent outdoor date locales for couples on a romantic getaway: stop and smell the roses at either the International Rose Test Garden or the Portland Japanese Garden.
Once you've gotten hungry from a long day wandering outside, nearly every block downtown has a plethora of food trucks waiting to tickle your taste buds. Or, kick back at one of the many breweries in the #3 best city for craft beer in the United States. Unique locations like McMenamin's brewpubs in renovated cinemas or historic hotels do their part to "keep Portland weird."
As the biggest city in Oregon, Portland is a hub for travel throughout the Pacific Northwest. Amtrak train service and various bus services operate primarily out of Union Station, conveniently-located downtown, and nearby Portland International Airport makes it easy to travel to Portland from near and far.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Olympia?
Main departure station: Olympia (Intercity Transit)
Most buses depart from the main station in Olympia.
All bus stations in Olympia:
Olympia (Intercity Transit)
Where does the bus arrive in Portland?
Main arrival station: 7411 NW Station Way
All buses from Olympia arrive at one main station in Portland.
All bus stations in Portland:
7411 NW Station Way
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