Bus from Olympia to Portland, OR: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Olympia to Portland on December 1
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBusBus
Intercity Transit
Portland Curbside Bus StopCheapest
FlixBusBus
Intercity Transit
Portland Curbside Bus StopFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 8:05 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Olympia to Portland

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Portland. The journey takes about 2 hours 4 minutes, and with fares starting at just $35, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6train per day
2h 4mAverage Duration
163 kmDistance
15kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$44 - $103Average Duration1h 55m
4kg CO₂e
Average Price$35 - $348Average Duration2h 4m
15kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Olympia to Portland, OR by bus

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

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Olympia to Portland?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Olympia to Portland start from $44. The average price for this route is around $50. 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 ride from Olympia to Portland?

    The average bus travel time from Olympia to Portland is 1h 55m, covering a distance of 170 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 55m and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Olympia to Portland route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Amtrak.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Olympia to Portland?

    The earliest bus departs from Olympia to Portland at 5:25pm. And the latest bus departs at 6:30pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Olympia to Portland?

    A bus trip from Olympia to Portland generates an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Olympia to Portland?

    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 bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Olympia to Portland?

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

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Olympia to Portland?

    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 Olympia to Portland?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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
11-28
$59
11-29
$54
Today
$58
12-01
$43
12-02
$38
12-03
$34
12-04
$32
12-05
$40
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Olympia to Portland, OR was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $32

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

You can expect to pay from $32 to $92 for a bus ticket from Olympia to Portland, OR based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $32 which is on 2025-12-04.

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