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

The cheapest way to get from Olympia to Ballard is to line 600 bus and train and line 40 bus which costs $7 - $9 and takes 3h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Olympia to Ballard is to drive which takes 1h 24m and costs $12 - $18.

Is there a direct bus between Olympia and Ballard?

No, there is no direct bus from Olympia to Ballard. However, there are services departing from Olympia and arriving at 24th Ave NW & NW 65th St via 4th Ave S & S Royal Brougham Way and 3rd Ave & Union St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 26m.

How far is it from Olympia to Ballard?

The distance between Olympia and Ballard is 69 miles. The road distance is 67.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Olympia to Ballard without a car is to bus and line 40 bus which takes 2h 26m and costs $15 - $25.

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

It takes approximately 2h 26m to get from Olympia to Ballard, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Olympia to Ballard bus from?

Olympia to Ballard bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Olympia station.

Where does the Olympia to Ballard bus arrive?

Olympia to Ballard bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Seattle Bus Station.

Can I drive from Olympia to Ballard?

Yes, the driving distance between Olympia to Ballard is 67 miles. It takes approximately 1h 24m to drive from Olympia to Ballard.

Where can I stay near Ballard?

There are 1261+ hotels available in Ballard.

Olympia to Ballard - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 40 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Olympia to Ballard by bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), bus, train, or car

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Bus, line 40 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Olympia to Seattle Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0500
2. Take the bus from 3rd Ave & Union St to 24th Ave NW & NW 65th Stbus 40
2h 26m
$16–24
Line 600 bus, train, line 40 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Capitol Way at 11th Ave to Lakewood Station Bay 5bus 600 / ...
2. Take the train from Lakewood Station to King Street Stationtrain
3. Take the bus from 4th Ave S & S Jackson St to 24th Ave NW & NW 65th Stbus 40
3h 31m
$7–9
Drive 67.1 mi
1. Drive from Olympia to Ballardcar 67.1 mi
1h 24m
$13–18
Line 600 bus, bus, line 40 bus
1. Take the bus from Capitol Way at 11th Ave to Lakewood Station Bay 5bus 600 / ...
2. Take the bus from Lakewood Station - Bay 3 to 4th Ave & Pine Stbus 594 / ...
3. Take the bus from 3rd Ave & Pine St to 24th Ave NW & NW 65th Stbus 40
2h 51m
$7–9

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Distance: 68.8 mi
Duration: 2h 26m

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

You can take a bus from Olympia to 24th Ave NW & NW 65th St via Seattle Bus Station, 4th Ave S & S Royal Brougham Way, 4th Ave & Union St, and 3rd Ave & Union St in around 2h 26m.

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