How to get from Seattle to Bellingham by bus?

From Seattle to Bellingham by bus

To get from Seattle to Bellingham in Seattle - Tacoma, WA, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 21 bus from 35th Ave SW & SW Barton St station to 4th Ave S & S Royal Brougham Way station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the GREYHOUND US0501 bus and finally take the 5 bus from Fairhaven Transportation Center station to Samish Way at Bill Mcdonald Pkwy station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 19 min. The bus schedule from Seattle may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Bellingham on the Moovit app.

199min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 2121
Bus - GREYHOUND US0501GREYHOUND US0501
Bus - 55
Walk to Bellingham
Leaves from 35th Ave SW & SW Barton St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    35th Ave SW & SW Barton St
    ID 22580
    0.85 mi • 18 min
  • 2
    Bus - 2121
    Wait for bus
    21
    Downtown Seattle Via 35th Ave SW
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    4th Ave S & S Royal Brougham Way
    ID 30635
    29 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Seattle Bus Station
    ID SEA6
    370 yd • 5 min
  • 5
    Bus - GREYHOUND US0501GREYHOUND US0501
    Wait for bus
    GREYHOUND US0501
    Vancouver (Pacific Central Station)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Bellingham Bus Stop
    ID BEL6
    95 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Fairhaven Transportation Center
    ID 9393
    90 yd • 2 min
  • 8
    Bus - 55
    Wait for bus
    5
    5 Samish/Downtown
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Samish Way at Bill Mcdonald Pkwy
    ID 2214
    14 min
  • 10
    Walk to Bellingham
    Walk to
    Bellingham
    840 yd • 10 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Seattle to Bellingham

The distance between Seattle, Seattle - Tacoma, WA and Bellingham, Seattle - Tacoma, WA is approximately 90.62 mi, which can typically be travelled in 199 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Seattle to Bellingham by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Seattle - Tacoma, WA – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Seattle to Bellingham

To check the bus schedule from Seattle to Bellingham using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Seattle) and destination (Bellingham), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Seattle to Bellingham?

    The fastest way takes 199 minutes, using Bus line 21, Bus line GREYHOUND US0501, Bus line 5.

  • Is there a direct bus between Seattle and Bellingham in Seattle - Tacoma, WA?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 19 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Seattle to Bellingham in Seattle - Tacoma, WA?

    The 21 bus line goes from 35th Ave SW & SW Barton St station near Seattle to 4th Ave S & S Royal Brougham Way station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till 4th Ave S & S Royal Brougham Way station near Bellingham in Seattle - Tacoma, WA.

  • How long does it take to travel from Seattle to Bellingham in Seattle - Tacoma, WA by bus?

    The total travel time between Seattle and Bellingham in Seattle - Tacoma, WA by bus is about 3 hr 19 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Seattle to get to Bellingham in Seattle - Tacoma, WA?

    Get on the 21 bus from the 35th Ave SW & SW Barton St stop near Seattle in Seattle - Tacoma, WA.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Seattle and Bellingham in Seattle - Tacoma, WA?

    Get off the bus at the 4th Ave S & S Royal Brougham Way stop, which is closest to Bellingham in Seattle - Tacoma, WA.

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