How much is the bus ticket from Tacoma to Seattle?

The cheapest bus tickets from Tacoma to Seattle start at R 240. The average price for this route is around R 265. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Tacoma to Seattle?

The average bus journey time from Tacoma to Seattle is 1h 5m, covering a distance of 40 km. The fastest bus gets 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 is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Tacoma to Seattle?

The earliest bus departs from Tacoma to Seattle at 07:45. And the latest bus departs at 21:55.

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

A bus trip from Tacoma to Seattle produces an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

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

Which bus company offers the most punctual service 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 R 110 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Tacoma to Seattle on 11 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	09:45	Tacoma	1h 5m	10:50	Greyhound Station	Cheapest
Bus	21:55	Tacoma	25m	22:20	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	Fastest
Bus	12:15	Tacoma	1h 5m	13:20	Greyhound Station	No tags
Bus	07:45	Tacoma	1h 30m	09:15	Seattle (Bus Station)	No tags
Bus	21:55	Tacoma	50m	22:45	Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from Tacoma to Seattle on 12 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	21:55	Tacoma	50m	22:45	Greyhound Station	Cheapest
Bus	21:55	Tacoma	25m	22:20	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	Fastest
Bus	09:45	Tacoma	1h 5m	10:50	Greyhound Station	No tags
Bus	07:45	Tacoma	1h 30m	09:15	Seattle (Bus Station)	No tags
Bus	12:15	Tacoma	1h 5m	13:20	Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from Tacoma to Seattle on 13 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	09:45	Tacoma	1h 5m	10:50	Greyhound Station	Cheapest
Bus	21:55	Tacoma	25m	22:20	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	Fastest
Bus	12:15	Tacoma	1h 5m	13:20	Greyhound Station	No tags
Bus	07:45	Tacoma	1h 30m	09:15	Seattle (Bus Station)	No tags
Bus	21:55	Tacoma	50m	22:45	Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from Tacoma to Seattle on 14 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	21:55	Tacoma	50m	22:45	Greyhound Station	Cheapest
Bus	21:55	Tacoma	25m	22:20	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	Fastest
Bus	09:45	Tacoma	1h 5m	10:50	Greyhound Station	No tags
Bus	12:15	Tacoma	1h 5m	13:20	Greyhound Station	No tags
Bus	12:15	Tacoma	35m	12:50	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	No tags

Next departures from Tacoma to Seattle on 15 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	09:45	Tacoma	1h 5m	10:50	Greyhound Station	Cheapest
Bus	21:55	Tacoma	25m	22:20	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	Fastest
Bus	12:15	Tacoma	1h 5m	13:20	Greyhound Station	No tags
Bus	07:45	Tacoma	1h 30m	09:15	Seattle (Bus Station)	No tags
Bus	21:55	Tacoma	50m	22:45	Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from Tacoma to Seattle on 16 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	09:45	Tacoma	1h 5m	10:50	Greyhound Station	Cheapest
Bus	21:55	Tacoma	25m	22:20	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	Fastest
Bus	12:15	Tacoma	1h 5m	13:20	Greyhound Station	No tags
Bus	07:45	Tacoma	1h 30m	09:15	Seattle (Bus Station)	No tags
Bus	21:55	Tacoma	50m	22:45	Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from Tacoma to Seattle on 17 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	21:55	Tacoma	50m	22:45	Greyhound Station	Cheapest
Bus	21:55	Tacoma	25m	22:20	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	Fastest
Bus	09:45	Tacoma	1h 5m	10:50	Greyhound Station	No tags
Bus	12:15	Tacoma	1h 5m	13:20	Greyhound Station	No tags
Bus	12:15	Tacoma	35m	12:50	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel 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 R 240, 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 priceR 240 - R 431	Average duration1h 5m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 254 - R 546	Average duration52m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 995 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Northwestern

4/54 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness5

WiFi0

Amtrak

4/55 725 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 timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ 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 at R 240. The average price for this route is around R 265. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Tacoma to Seattle?
The average bus journey time from Tacoma to Seattle is 1h 5m, covering a distance of 40 km. The fastest bus gets 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 is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Tacoma to Seattle?
The earliest bus departs from Tacoma to Seattle at 07:45. And the latest bus departs at 21:55.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Tacoma to Seattle?
A bus trip from Tacoma to Seattle produces an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
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 reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service 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

08/01

R 152

09/01

R 178

Today

R 169

11/01

R 178

12/01

R 127

13/01

R 119

14/01

R 119

15/01

R 127

The cheapest trip from Tacoma to Seattle was searched and found on 13 Jan 2026 with a price of R 119

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 R 119 to R 406 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 R 119, 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.