What is the cheapest way to get from Seattle to Tumwater?

The cheapest way to get from Seattle to Tumwater is to bus via Lakewood which costs $5 - $9 and takes 3h.

What is the fastest way to get from Seattle to Tumwater?

The fastest way to get from Seattle to Tumwater is to drive which takes 1h 11m and costs $11 - $17.

Is there a direct bus between Seattle and Tumwater?

No, there is no direct bus from Seattle station to Tumwater. However, there are services departing from Seattle Bus Station and arriving at Capitol Blvd at Linwood Ave via Capitol Way at 4th Ave. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 10m.

How far is it from Seattle to Tumwater?

The distance between Seattle and Tumwater is 66 miles. The road distance is 62.8 miles.

How do I travel from Seattle to Tumwater without a car?

The best way to get from Seattle to Tumwater without a car is to bus which takes 2h 10m and costs $8 - $16.

How long does it take to get from Seattle to Tumwater?

It takes approximately 2h 10m to get from Seattle to Tumwater, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Seattle to Tumwater bus from?

Seattle to Tumwater bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Seattle Bus Station.

Train or bus from Seattle to Tumwater?

The best way to get from Seattle to Tumwater is to bus which takes 2h 10m and costs $8 - $16. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $16 - $40 and takes 2h 20m.

Where does the Seattle to Tumwater bus arrive?

Seattle to Tumwater bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Olympia station.

Can I drive from Seattle to Tumwater?

Yes, the driving distance between Seattle to Tumwater is 63 miles. It takes approximately 1h 11m to drive from Seattle to Tumwater.

Where can I stay near Tumwater?

There are 72+ hotels available in Tumwater.

Seattle to Tumwater - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Seattle to Tumwater by bus (Flixbus), train (Amtrak), car, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus (Flixbus)
best
1. Take the bus from Seattle Bus Station to Olympiabus FlixBus 2120 / ...
2h 10m
$8–15
Bus via Lakewood
cheapest
1. Take the bus from 2nd Ave & Cherry St to SR 512 P&R - Zone Ibus 592 / ...
2. Take the bus from SR512 Park & Ride - Zone G to Capitol Way at State Avebus 610 / ...
3h
$5–9
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Seattle to Olympia-Lacey Amtrak Stationtrain Amtrak Cascades / ...
2h 20m
$16–38
Drive 62.5 mi
1. Drive from Seattle to Tumwatercar 62.5 mi
1h 11m
$12–17

Seattle to Tumwater by bus (Flixbus)

14Weekly Buses

2h 10mAverage Duration

$8Cheapest Price

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Distance: 65.5 mi
Duration: 2h 10m

What companies run services between Seattle, WA, USA and Tumwater, WA, USA?

Flixbus USA operates a bus from Seattle Bus Station to Olympia twice daily. Tickets cost $7–13 and the journey takes 1h 45m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Seattle to Olympia-Lacey Amtrak Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost $14–35 and the journey takes 1h 19m.

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