What is the cheapest way to get from Olympia to Anacortes?

The cheapest way to get from Olympia to Anacortes is to bus which costs $15 - $28 and takes 6h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Olympia to Anacortes?

The fastest way to get from Olympia to Anacortes is to drive which takes 2h 38m and costs $25 - $40.

Is there a direct train between Olympia and Anacortes?

No, there is no direct train from Olympia to Anacortes station. However, there are services departing from Tacoma and arriving at Mount Vernon Amtrak Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 59m.

How far is it from Olympia to Anacortes?

The distance between Olympia and Anacortes is 144 miles. The road distance is 138.8 miles.

How do I travel from Olympia to Anacortes without a car?

The best way to get from Olympia to Anacortes without a car is to bus which takes 6h 45m and costs $15 - $28.

How long does it take to get from Olympia to Anacortes?

It takes approximately 6h 45m to get from Olympia to Anacortes, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Olympia to Anacortes bus from?

Olympia to Anacortes bus services, operated by Sound Transit, depart from Lakewood Station - Bay 3.

Where do I catch the Olympia to Anacortes train from?

Olympia to Anacortes train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Tacoma station.

Train or bus from Olympia to Anacortes?

The best way to get from Olympia to Anacortes is to bus which takes 6h 45m and costs $15 - $28. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $30 - $75 and takes 6h 59m.

Where does the Olympia to Anacortes bus arrive?

Olympia to Anacortes bus services, operated by Sound Transit, arrive at Bus Wy & Royal Brougham St station.

Where does the Olympia to Anacortes train arrive?

Olympia to Anacortes train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Mount Vernon Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Olympia to Anacortes?

Yes, the driving distance between Olympia to Anacortes is 139 miles. It takes approximately 2h 38m to drive from Olympia to Anacortes.

Where can I stay near Anacortes?

There are 117+ hotels available in Anacortes.

Olympia to Anacortes - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and shuttle

Q: Is there a direct bus between Olympia and Anacortes?

No, there is no direct bus from Olympia to Anacortes. However, there are services departing from Capitol Way at 11th Ave and arriving at Q Ave. and 13th across from Safeway via Lakewood Station - Bay 3, Seattle Bus Station, Skagit Station Gate 5 and March's Point. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 45m.

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There are 5 ways to get from Olympia to Anacortes by bus (Greyhound), train (Amtrak), car, bus, or shuttle

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Lakewood Station - Bay 3 to Bus Wy & Royal Brougham Stbus 594 / ...
2. Take the bus from Seattle Bus Station to Mount Vernon Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0501
6h 45m
$15–28
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Tacoma to Mount Vernon Amtrak Stationtrain Amtrak Cascades
6h 59m
$34–75
Drive 138 mi
1. Drive from Olympia to Anacortescar 138 mi
2h 38m
$26–37
Bus, shuttle
1. Take the bus from SR 512 P&R - Zone F to SeaTac Stationbus 597
2. Take a shuttle bus from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Anacortes - Cap Sante Marinashuttle Anacortes Northbound
6h 4m
$34–66
Train via Seattle
1. Take the train from Lakewood Station to King Street Stationtrain S Line
2. Take the train from Seattle to Mount Vernon Amtrak Stationtrain Amtrak Cascades
7h 31m
$24–50

Olympia to Anacortes by bus

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Distance: 143.3 mi
Duration: 6h 45m

What companies run services between Olympia, WA, USA and Anacortes, WA, USA?

You can take a bus from Capitol Way at 11th Ave to Q Ave. and 13th across from Safeway via Lakewood Station - Bay 3, Bus Wy & Royal Brougham St, Seattle Bus Station, Mount Vernon Bus Stop, Skagit Station Gate 5, and March's Point in around 6h 45m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Tacoma to Mount Vernon Amtrak Station once daily. Tickets cost $28–65 and the journey takes 2h 45m.

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