Rome2Rio

How to get fromOlympia to Ballardby bus (Flixbus), bus, train, or car

Find Transport to Ballard

See all options
QR code to download the Rome2Rio app

Download the Rome2Rio travel app

Scan QR code with your phone to download the app

Download on the App StoreGet it on Google Play

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

  1. Bus (Flixbus)

    best
    1. Take the bus from Olympia to Seattlebus bus FlixBus 2110
    2h 32m
    $14–18

  2. Line 600 bus, train, line 40 bus

    cheapest
    1. Take the bus from Capitol Way at 11th Ave to Lakewood Station Bay 5bus bus 600 / ...
    2. Take the train from Lakewood Station to King Street Stationtrain train
    3. Take the bus from 4th Ave S & S Jackson St to 24th Ave NW & NW 65th Stbus bus 40
    3h 31m
    $7–9

  3. Drive  67.1 mi

    1. Drive from Olympia to Ballardcar car 67.1 mi
    1h 24m
    $12–16

  4. Bus, line 40 bus

    1. Take the bus from Lakewood Station - Bay 3 to 4th Ave & Pine Stbus bus 594 / ...
    2. Take the bus from 3rd Ave & Pine St to 24th Ave NW & NW 65th Stbus bus 40
    2h 49m
    $7–9

Olympia to Ballard by bus and foot (Flixbus)

Calendar3Weekly Services
Duration2h 32mAverage Duration
Ticket$14Cheapest Price
See schedules

Comparing Your Travel Options

Map of how to get from Olympia to Ballard.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 70.1 mi
  • Duration: 2h 32m

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

Flixbus USA operates a bus from Olympia to Seattle 3 times a week. Tickets cost $10–16 and the journey takes 1h 55m.

Train operators
Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around the world?

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Read our range of informative guides on popular transport routes and companies - including Travelling to the UK: What do I need to know?, How to get from Stansted Airport into central London, and How do I buy a London Underground ticket? - to help you get the most out of your next trip.