5.0
Pros: Convenient-I didn’t ha be to drive or battle traffic. Cons: More scheduled buses. Tips: None.
5.0
Pros: Not having to drive myself was a relief. Cons: More buses on the schedule. Tips: Book early.
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There is one daily bus from SeaTac to Olympia. Traveling by bus from SeaTac to Olympia usually takes around one hour and 20 minutes, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
| Distance | 40 mi (64 km) |
| Shortest duration | 1h 20m |
| Cheapest price | $15.48 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus US |
| Bus lines | 1 |

Average score for buses from SeaTac to Olympia
(Based on 3 ratings and reviews)
5.0
Pros: Convenient-I didn’t ha be to drive or battle traffic. Cons: More scheduled buses. Tips: None.
5.0
Pros: Not having to drive myself was a relief. Cons: More buses on the schedule. Tips: Book early.
Bus tickets for a trip from SeaTac to Olympia cost $16.48 on average. This is an excellent value for the trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
Most bus companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your bus tickets as early as possible. To find the cheapest bus tickets, book your trip at least 17 days in advance. This way, you can save up to $16.15 on your bus ticket compared to booking last-minute.
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from SeaTac to Olympia. FlixBus US 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus US | 1 | 1h 21m | $27.17 |
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 SeaTac to Olympia, and the average ticket for this route costs only .
The bus takes an average of one hour and 20 minutes to cover the 40 miles from SeaTac to Olympia. 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.
Sunday tends to be the busiest day for buses, as many passengers take the bus to Olympia at the end of the week. If you are planning to travel on a Sunday, 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.
There is usually only one bus per day from SeaTac to Olympia. It leaves the station in SeaTac at 4:00pm each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.
Most buses depart from the main station in SeaTac.
Seattle Seatac Arpt (E)
All buses from SeaTac arrive at one main station in Olympia.
Olympia (Intercity Transit)

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