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

The cheapest way to get from Tumwater to Seattle is to bus via Lakewood which costs $5 - $9 and takes 3h 33m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Tumwater and Seattle?

No, there is no direct bus from Tumwater to Seattle station. However, there are services departing from Capitol Blvd at Linwood Ave and arriving at Seattle Bus Station via Olympia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 8m.

How far is it from Tumwater to Seattle?

The distance between Tumwater and Seattle is 73 miles. The road distance is 62.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Tumwater to Seattle without a car is to train which takes 3h 7m and costs $17 - $45.

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

It takes approximately 3h 7m to get from Tumwater to Seattle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tumwater to Seattle bus from?

Tumwater to Seattle bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Olympia station.

Train or bus from Tumwater to Seattle?

The best way to get from Tumwater to Seattle is to train which takes 3h 7m and costs $17 - $45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $8 - $16 and takes 3h 8m.

Where does the Tumwater to Seattle bus arrive?

Tumwater to Seattle bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Seattle Bus Station.

Can I drive from Tumwater to Seattle?

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

Where can I stay near Seattle?

There are 1588+ hotels available in Seattle.

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

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

Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Olympia-Lacey Amtrak Station to Seattletrain Amtrak Cascades / ...
3h 7m
$17–41
Bus via Lakewood
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Capitol Way at 4th Ave to Lakewood Station Bay 5bus 610 / ...
2. Take the bus from Lakewood Station - Bay 3 to Seneca St & 5th Avebus 592 / ...
3h 33m
$5–9
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Olympia to Seattle Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2120 / ...
3h 8m
$8–16
Drive 62.5 mi
1. Drive from Tumwater to Seattlecar 62.5 mi
1h 11m
$12–17

Tumwater to Seattle by bus and train (Amtrak)

49Weekly Services

3h 7mAverage Duration

$17Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Tumwater to Seattle.

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Distance: 72.8 mi
Duration: 3h 7m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Olympia-Lacey Amtrak Station to Seattle every 4 hours. Tickets cost $15–35 and the journey takes 1h 30m. Alternatively, Flixbus USA operates a bus from Olympia to Seattle Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost $7–13 and the journey takes 1h 50m.

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