What is the cheapest way to get from Olympia to Downtown Seattle?

The cheapest way to get from Olympia to Downtown Seattle is to line 600 bus and train which costs $4 - $6 and takes 2h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Olympia to Downtown Seattle?

The fastest way to get from Olympia to Downtown Seattle is to drive which takes 1h 10m and costs $11 - $17.

Is there a direct bus between Olympia and Downtown Seattle?

No, there is no direct bus from Olympia to Downtown Seattle. However, there are services departing from Olympia and arriving at 4th Ave & Madison St via 4th Ave S & S Royal Brougham Way. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 58m.

How far is it from Olympia to Downtown Seattle?

The distance between Olympia and Downtown Seattle is 63 miles. The road distance is 61.3 miles.

How do I travel from Olympia to Downtown Seattle without a car?

The best way to get from Olympia to Downtown Seattle without a car is to bus which takes 1h 58m and costs $12 - $22.

How long does it take to get from Olympia to Downtown Seattle?

It takes approximately 1h 58m to get from Olympia to Downtown Seattle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Olympia to Downtown Seattle bus from?

Olympia to Downtown Seattle bus services, operated by FlixBus-us, depart from Olympia station.

Where does the Olympia to Downtown Seattle bus arrive?

Olympia to Downtown Seattle bus services, operated by FlixBus-us, arrive at Seattle Bus Station.

Can I drive from Olympia to Downtown Seattle?

Yes, the driving distance between Olympia to Downtown Seattle is 61 miles. It takes approximately 1h 10m to drive from Olympia to Downtown Seattle.

Where can I stay near Downtown Seattle?

There are 1517+ hotels available in Downtown Seattle.

Olympia to Downtown Seattle - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 600 bus

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Olympia to Seattle Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2120 / ...
1h 58m
$13–21
Line 600 bus, train
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 S Line
2h 45m
$4–6
Drive 60.9 mi
1. Drive from Olympia to Downtown Seattlecar 60.9 mi
1h 10m
$12–17
Line 600 bus, 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 Seneca St & 5th Avebus 592 / ...
2h 8m
$4–6

Olympia to Downtown Seattle by bus and train

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2h 45mAverage Duration

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Distance: 62.6 mi
Duration: 1h 58m

What companies run services between Olympia, WA, USA and Downtown Seattle, WA, USA?

FlixBus-us operates a bus from Olympia to Seattle Bus Station twice daily, and the journey takes 1h 50m. Two other operators also service this route.

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