What is the cheapest way to get from Federal Way to Olympia?

The cheapest way to get from Federal Way to Olympia is to line 574 bus and bus which costs $4 - $6 and takes 1h 48m.

What is the fastest way to get from Federal Way to Olympia?

The fastest way to get from Federal Way to Olympia is to drive which takes 46 min and costs $7 - $11.

Is there a direct bus between Federal Way and Olympia?

No, there is no direct bus from Federal Way station to Olympia. However, there are services departing from Federal Way Downtown Station - Bay 7 and arriving at Capitol Way at 11th Ave via SR512 Park & Ride - Zone G. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 48m.

How far is it from Federal Way to Olympia?

The distance between Federal Way and Olympia is 43 miles. The road distance is 39.8 miles.

How do I travel from Federal Way to Olympia without a car?

The best way to get from Federal Way to Olympia without a car is to line 574 bus and bus which takes 1h 48m and costs $4 - $6.

How long does it take to get from Federal Way to Olympia?

It takes approximately 1h 48m to get from Federal Way to Olympia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Federal Way to Olympia bus from?

Federal Way to Olympia bus services, operated by Sound Transit, depart from Federal Way Downtown Station - Bay 7.

Where does the Federal Way to Olympia bus arrive?

Federal Way to Olympia bus services, operated by Sound Transit, arrive at SR 512 P&R - Zone H station.

Can I drive from Federal Way to Olympia?

Yes, the driving distance between Federal Way to Olympia is 40 miles. It takes approximately 46 min to drive from Federal Way to Olympia.

Where can I stay near Olympia?

There are 97+ hotels available in Olympia.

Federal Way to Olympia - 4 ways to travel via train, line 574 bus, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Federal Way to Olympia by bus, car, taxi, or train

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Line 574 bus, bus
best
1. Take the bus from Federal Way Downtown Station - Bay 7 to SR 512 P&R - Zone Hbus 574
2. Take the bus from SR512 Park & Ride - Zone G to Capitol Way at 11th Avebus 600 / ...
1h 48m
$4–6
Drive 39.6 mi
1. Drive from Federal Way to Olympiacar 39.6 mi
46 min
$8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Federal Way to Olympiataxi 39.6 mi
46 min
$130–160
Line 574 bus, train, line 94 bus
1. Take the bus from Federal Way Downtown Station - Bay 7 to 26th St E & D St Ebus 574
2. Take the train from Tacoma to Olympia-Lacey Amtrak Stationtrain
3. Take the bus from Amtrak Station to Eastside St at 18th Avebus 94
2h 31m
$17–41

Federal Way to Olympia by bus

172Weekly Buses

1h 48mAverage Duration

$4Cheapest Price

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Distance: 43.1 mi
Duration: 1h 48m

What companies run services between Federal Way, WA, USA and Olympia, WA, USA?

You can take a bus from Federal Way Downtown Station - Bay 7 to Capitol Way at 11th Ave via SR 512 P&R - Zone H and SR512 Park & Ride - Zone G in around 1h 48m.

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