What is the travel distance from Portland to Olympia?

Portland and Olympia are 170 km (106 miles) apart.

What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Portland to Olympia?

Buses departing from Portland Union Station in Portland will take you to Olympia Transit Center in Olympia.

Bus Portland to Olympia from $32 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Portland to Olympia on November 19
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	7:00am	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	1h 55m	8:55am	Intercity Transit	CheapestFastest
	Bus	9:35am	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	2h	11:35am	Intercity Transit	No tags

Next departures for Portland to Olympia on November 20
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	7:00am	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	1h 55m	8:55am	Intercity Transit	CheapestFastest
	Bus	9:35am	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	2h	11:35am	Intercity Transit	No tags

Next departures for Portland to Olympia on November 21
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	7:00am	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	1h 55m	8:55am	Intercity Transit	CheapestFastest
	Bus	9:35am	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	2h	11:35am	Intercity Transit	No tags

Next departures for Portland to Olympia on November 22
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	7:00am	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	1h 55m	8:55am	Intercity Transit	CheapestFastest
	Bus	9:35am	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	2h	11:35am	Intercity Transit	No tags

Next departures for Portland to Olympia on November 23
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	7:00am	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	1h 55m	8:55am	Intercity Transit	CheapestFastest
	Bus	9:35am	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	2h	11:35am	Intercity Transit	No tags

Next departures for Portland to Olympia on November 24
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	7:00am	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	1h 55m	8:55am	Intercity Transit	CheapestFastest
	Bus	9:35am	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	2h	11:35am	Intercity Transit	No tags

Next departures for Portland to Olympia on November 25
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	7:00am	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	1h 55m	8:55am	Intercity Transit	CheapestFastest
	Bus	9:35am	Portland Curbside Bus Stop	2h	11:35am	Intercity Transit	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 9:34 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Portland to Olympia

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Olympia. The journey takes about 2 hours, and with fares starting at just $40, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

2hAverage Duration

170 kmDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$40 - $103	Average Duration2h	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$35 - $423	Average Duration1h 53m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,360 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Based on 11360 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at $40

FlixBus Portland Olympia recent customer reviews

Clean bus, friendly driver who was helpful with our luggage. Only problem was bus being late to arrive and get underway, but it was due to traffic conditions.

Lynda B.

August 5, 2023

Amtrak

4/55,593 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Users have shared positive experiences, highlighting the clean environment and friendly staff who keep passengers informed about train schedules. The service is described as excellent, with courteous staff assisting travelers by helping store luggage and ensuring a smooth transition to platforms upon arrival.

Amtrak Portland Olympia recent customer reviews

Excellent service, courteous staff, helped me store my luggage and also take it down the stairs to the platform when I got off.

Joanne B.

September 8, 2023

the train was very dirty,noisey and rough rideing and as usual the PA system was not understandable on the train or at the depot

Larry Z.

August 5, 2023

Clean friendly..keeping us informed of trains.

Noreen C.

April 7, 2025

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Where are the popular stops in Portland and Olympia?

Stops in Portland

A - Portland Union Station

B - Portland Airport

C - NW Everett & NW 8th Ave

D - Lloyd Center

E - Pearl District

Stops in Olympia

A - Olympia Transit Center

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Portland, OR to Olympia by bus

What is the travel distance from Portland to Olympia?
Portland and Olympia are 170 km (106 miles) apart.
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Portland to Olympia?
Buses departing from Portland Union Station in Portland will take you to Olympia Transit Center in Olympia.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11-16

$45

11-17

$48

Today

$38

11-19

$40

11-20

$40

11-21

$44

11-22

$45

11-23

$48

The cheapest trip from Portland, OR to Olympia was searched and found on Nov 18, 2025 with a price of $38

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Portland, OR to Olympia, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $38 to $55 for a bus ticket from Portland, OR to Olympia based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $40 which is on 2025-11-19.