How much is the bus ticket from Tacoma to Seattle?

The cheapest bus tickets from Tacoma to Seattle start from $21. The average price for this route is around $23. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Tacoma to Seattle?

The average bus travel time from Tacoma to Seattle is 1h 5m, covering a distance of 40 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 25m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Tacoma to Seattle route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Northwestern , Amtrak , Greyhound .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Tacoma to Seattle?

The earliest bus departs from Tacoma to Seattle at 7:45am. And the latest bus departs at 9:55pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Tacoma to Seattle?

A bus trip from Tacoma to Seattle generates an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Tacoma to Seattle?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5696 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Tacoma to Seattle?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Tacoma to Seattle?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Tacoma to Seattle?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Northwestern , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Bus Tacoma to Seattle from $10 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Tacoma to Seattle on January 11
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:45am	Tacoma	1h 5m	10:50am	Greyhound Station	Cheapest
Bus	9:55pm	Tacoma	25m	10:20pm	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	Fastest
Bus	12:15pm	Tacoma	1h 5m	1:20pm	Greyhound Station	No tags
Bus	7:45am	Tacoma	1h 30m	9:15am	Seattle (Bus Station)	No tags
Bus	9:55pm	Tacoma	50m	10:45pm	Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures for Tacoma to Seattle on January 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:55pm	Tacoma	50m	10:45pm	Greyhound Station	Cheapest
Bus	9:55pm	Tacoma	25m	10:20pm	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	Fastest
Bus	9:45am	Tacoma	1h 5m	10:50am	Greyhound Station	No tags
Bus	7:45am	Tacoma	1h 30m	9:15am	Seattle (Bus Station)	No tags
Bus	12:15pm	Tacoma	1h 5m	1:20pm	Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures for Tacoma to Seattle on January 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:45am	Tacoma	1h 5m	10:50am	Greyhound Station	Cheapest
Bus	9:55pm	Tacoma	25m	10:20pm	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	Fastest
Bus	12:15pm	Tacoma	1h 5m	1:20pm	Greyhound Station	No tags
Bus	7:45am	Tacoma	1h 30m	9:15am	Seattle (Bus Station)	No tags
Bus	9:55pm	Tacoma	50m	10:45pm	Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures for Tacoma to Seattle on January 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:55pm	Tacoma	50m	10:45pm	Greyhound Station	Cheapest
Bus	9:55pm	Tacoma	25m	10:20pm	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	Fastest
Bus	9:45am	Tacoma	1h 5m	10:50am	Greyhound Station	No tags
Bus	12:15pm	Tacoma	1h 5m	1:20pm	Greyhound Station	No tags
Bus	12:15pm	Tacoma	35m	12:50pm	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	No tags

Next departures for Tacoma to Seattle on January 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:45am	Tacoma	1h 5m	10:50am	Greyhound Station	Cheapest
Bus	9:55pm	Tacoma	25m	10:20pm	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	Fastest
Bus	12:15pm	Tacoma	1h 5m	1:20pm	Greyhound Station	No tags
Bus	7:45am	Tacoma	1h 30m	9:15am	Seattle (Bus Station)	No tags
Bus	9:55pm	Tacoma	50m	10:45pm	Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures for Tacoma to Seattle on January 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:45am	Tacoma	1h 5m	10:50am	Greyhound Station	Cheapest
Bus	9:55pm	Tacoma	25m	10:20pm	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	Fastest
Bus	12:15pm	Tacoma	1h 5m	1:20pm	Greyhound Station	No tags
Bus	7:45am	Tacoma	1h 30m	9:15am	Seattle (Bus Station)	No tags
Bus	9:55pm	Tacoma	50m	10:45pm	Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures for Tacoma to Seattle on January 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:55pm	Tacoma	50m	10:45pm	Greyhound Station	Cheapest
Bus	9:55pm	Tacoma	25m	10:20pm	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	Fastest
Bus	9:45am	Tacoma	1h 5m	10:50am	Greyhound Station	No tags
Bus	12:15pm	Tacoma	1h 5m	1:20pm	Greyhound Station	No tags
Bus	12:15pm	Tacoma	35m	12:50pm	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 7:43 AM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Tacoma to Seattle

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Seattle. The journey takes about 1 hour 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just $21, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day

1h 5mAverage Duration

40 kmDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$21 - $37	Average Duration1h 5m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$22 - $47	Average Duration52m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,994 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Northwestern

4/54 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness5

Wifi0

Amtrak

4/55,724 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Greyhound

3.5/587,492 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

US bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Tacoma to Seattle by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Tacoma to Seattle?
The cheapest bus tickets from Tacoma to Seattle start from $21. The average price for this route is around $23. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Tacoma to Seattle?
The average bus travel time from Tacoma to Seattle is 1h 5m, covering a distance of 40 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 25m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Tacoma to Seattle route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Northwestern, Amtrak, Greyhound.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Tacoma to Seattle?
The earliest bus departs from Tacoma to Seattle at 7:45am. And the latest bus departs at 9:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Tacoma to Seattle?
A bus trip from Tacoma to Seattle generates an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Tacoma to Seattle?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5696 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Tacoma to Seattle?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Tacoma to Seattle?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Tacoma to Seattle?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Northwestern, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

01-08

$13

01-09

$15

Today

$15

01-11

$15

01-12

$11

01-13

$10

01-14

$10

01-15

$11

The cheapest trip from Tacoma to Seattle was searched and found on Jan 13, 2026 with a price of $10

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

You can expect to pay from $10 to $35 for a bus ticket from Tacoma to Seattle based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $10 which is on 2026-01-13.

Usually Northwestern will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.