Bus from Seattle to Tacoma: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Seattle to Tacoma on 30 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Northwestern Stage LinesBus
    		Seattle King Street Station
    		TacomaCheapest
    FlixBusBus
    		Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)
    		TacomaFastest
    FlixBusBus
    		Greyhound Station
    		TacomaNo tags
    Northwestern Stage LinesBus
      		Seattle King Street Station
      		TacomaNo tags
      FlixBusBus
      		Greyhound Station
      		TacomaNo tags

      Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 23:08 PST.

      Compare 2 ways to travel from Seattle to Tacoma

      We recommend taking the bus

      Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Tacoma. The journey takes about 1 hour and with fares starting at just £10, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

      10bus per day
      1hAverage duration
      16 milesDistance
      1kgCO₂ emissions
      Bus
      		Average price£10 - £23Average duration1h
      1kg CO₂e
      Train
      		Average price£12 - £25Average duration45m
      4kg CO₂e

      Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Seattle to Tacoma

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

      1. How much is the bus ticket from Seattle to Tacoma?

        The cheapest coach tickets from Seattle to Tacoma start from £10. The average price for this route is around £11. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

      2. How long is the bus journey from Seattle to Tacoma?

        The average bus journey time from Seattle to Tacoma is 1h, covering a distance of 16 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 30m and is operated by FlixBus.

      3. Which bus companies service the Seattle to Tacoma route?

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

      4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Seattle to Tacoma?

        The earliest bus departs from Seattle to Tacoma at 03:45. And the latest bus departs at 18:50.

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

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

      6. Which is the best bus company from Seattle to Tacoma?

        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 5597 reviews.

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

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

      8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Seattle to Tacoma?

        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.

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

        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
      27/11
      £8
      28/11
      £6
      Today
      £8
      30/11
      £11
      01/12
      £7
      02/12
      £6
      03/12
      £6
      04/12
      £5
      busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Seattle to Tacoma was searched and found on 4 Dec 2025 with a price of £5

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

      You can expect to pay from £5 to £24 for a bus ticket from Seattle to Tacoma based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £5, which is on 2025-12-04.

      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.

      What's the cheapest way to go from Seattle to Tacoma?

      busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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