How to get from Tacoma to Olympia Transit Center by bus?

Tacoma to Olympia Transit Center - Bus Schedule

The 11 bus from Tacoma to Olympia Transit Center runs from 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM, with departures every 25 min-1 hr 10 min. The trip takes about 1 hr 51 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Tacoma to Olympia Transit Center by bus

To get from Tacoma to Olympia Transit Center you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 11 bus from Pt Defiance Ferry Terminal station to 9th St S & Broadway station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 594 bus and finally take the 600 bus from Sr512 Park & Ride - Zone G station to Olympia Transit Center - Bay M station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 51 min. The ride fare is $4.00. The bus schedule from Tacoma may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Olympia Transit Center on the Moovit app.

111min$4.00
Walk to bus stationBus - 11
11
Bus - 594594
Bus - 600600
Walk to Olympia Transit Center
Leaves from Pt Defiance Ferry Terminal

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Pt Defiance Ferry Terminal
    ID 990
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 1111
    Wait for bus
    11
    Downtown Tacoma
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    9th St S & Broadway
    ID 2755
    34 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Commerce St Station - Zone G
    ID 4085
    150 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 594594
    Wait for bus
    594
    Lakewood Station
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Sr 512 P&R - Zone I
    ID 4480
    14 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Sr512 Park & Ride - Zone G
    ID 929
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 600600
    Wait for bus
    600
    Olympia Transit Ctr
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Olympia Transit Center - Bay M
    ID 1510
    42 min
  • 10
    Walk to Olympia Transit Center
    Walk to
    Olympia Transit Center
    222 State Ave Ne, Olympia, WA (btw Franklin & Washington)
    60 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Tacoma to Olympia Transit Center

The distance between Tacoma and Olympia Transit Center is approximately 40.86 mi, which can typically be travelled in 111 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Tacoma to Olympia Transit Center by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Olympia – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Tacoma to Olympia Transit Center

To check the bus schedule from Tacoma to Olympia Transit Center using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Tacoma) and destination (Olympia Transit Center), 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 Tacoma to Olympia Transit Center?

    The fastest way takes 111 minutes, using Bus line 11, Bus line 594, Bus line 600.

  • Is there a direct bus between Tacoma and Olympia Transit Center?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 51 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Tacoma to Olympia Transit Center?

    The 11 bus line goes from Pt Defiance Ferry Terminal near Tacoma in Seattle - Tacoma, WA to 9th St S & Broadway station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till 9th St S & Broadway station near Olympia Transit Center.

  • How long does it take to travel from Tacoma to Olympia Transit Center by bus?

    The total travel time between Tacoma and Olympia Transit Center by bus is about 1 hr 51 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Tacoma to get to Olympia Transit Center?

    Get on the 11 bus from the Pt Defiance Ferry Terminal near Tacoma in Seattle - Tacoma, WA.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Tacoma and Olympia Transit Center?

    Get off the bus at the 9th St S & Broadway stop, which is closest to Olympia Transit Center.

  • How much is the bus fare from Tacoma to Olympia Transit Center?

    The ride from Tacoma to Olympia Transit Center costs $4.00.

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