Bus from Seattle, WA to Portland, OR

Bus from Seattle to Portland

The trip from Seattle to Portland with Greyhound takes around three hours on the fastest rides, closer to three and a half on a typical run. It is a comfortable, budget-friendly way to travel between two of the Pacific Northwest's biggest cities, and everything you need to plan the journey is right here on this page.

Getting to your departure stop in Seattle

Seattle has several Greyhound stops, each with its full address listed on this page. Most sit in or near downtown, well connected by light rail and local bus. Here is a quick look at the main stops and how to reach them:

• Seattle Train Station, on S. Jackson St at King St, is steps from light rail run by Sound Transit, with ferry service run by Metro Transit also nearby at the West Seattle Water Taxi and Colman Dock.
• Seattle Bus Station, on S Royal Brougham Way, is right beside light rail run by Sound Transit, with local bus service run by Metro Transit at the same stop.
• Seattle (Harborview Medical Center), close to Broadway and Terrace St, is a short walk from light rail run by City of Seattle, with ferry service run by Washington State Ferries also in the area.
• Seattle (6th Ave S & S Lane St), near S Lane St, is close to light rail run by Sound Transit, with local bus run by Metro Transit nearby on 5th Ave S.
• Seattle (University of Washington), on NE Campus Pkwy, is within reach of light rail run by Sound Transit at the U District stop, with local bus run by Metro Transit right outside.
• Seattle (Swedish First Hill), on Cherry St, is a short walk from light rail run by City of Seattle at Broadway and Marion, with bus service run by Dungeness Line at the Swedish Hospital stop.
• Seattle (Arnold Med), on Madison St, is close to light rail run by City of Seattle at Broadway and Marion, with bus run by Dungeness Line at the Arnold Medical Pavilion stop.
• Seattle (Poly Clinic), on Marion St, is served by light rail run by Sound Transit at the Pioneer Square Station entrance on Cherry Street, with ferry run by Washington State Ferries also accessible nearby.
• Seattle (Virgin Mason Hospital), near 9th Ave and Spring St, has local bus run by Metro Transit right at the stop, light rail run by City of Seattle a short walk away at Broadway and Marion, and the monorail run by Seattle Center Monorail accessible at Westlake Center.
• Seattle (VA Hospital), on S Columbian Way, has bus service run by Dungeness Line at the VA Hospital stop.

If you are travelling with bags, light rail and local bus are your most practical choices for reaching most of these stops. Taxis and rideshare are also a reasonable option, particularly if you have heavy luggage.

Arriving in Portland

Portland has three Greyhound drop-off points, each with good onward connections into the city:

• Portland Train Station, on NW 6th Ave, is a short walk from light rail run by TriMet, with bus service run by Pacific Crest Bus Lines right at the station.
• Portland Curbside Bus Stop, on NW Station Way, is close to light rail run by Portland Streetcar at NW 9th and Lovejoy, with bus run by Pacific Crest Bus Lines at the stop itself.
• Portland Airport, on Airport Way, sits beside light rail run by TriMet at the Portland International Airport MAX Station, with bus run by Caravan Airport Transportation also on hand. Flying into Portland and continuing by Greyhound on a return or onward trip? This stop puts you right at the airport.

Getting around Portland

Light rail is the backbone of Portland's public transit network. TriMet runs the MAX system, which reaches the city centre, the Pearl District, and Portland International Airport, making it a practical choice for getting between your hotel and the main sights. The Portland Streetcar, a separate light rail service, covers the inner neighbourhoods and is handy for shorter hops around the west side and the central city.

Local buses fill in the gaps across the wider metro area, useful for reaching neighbourhoods the rail lines do not cover directly. Taxis and rideshare are another option, particularly for late arrivals or trips to spots off the main transit corridors.

Ready to go? Book your Seattle to Portland Greyhound ticket today on this website or the official app.

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Your search ends here! We've got all the info you need to plan your bus journey. The trip from Seattle to Portland can be as quick as 3 hours 30 minutes and as cost-effective as $30.98. The first bus of the day departs at 07:45 am and the last bus departs at 04:25 pm. Greyhound offers 4 buses daily between Seattle and Portland. Traveling with Greyhound guarantees free Wifi, access to power sockets, and a guaranteed seat for your journey. Don't miss any updates on your bus trip: stay informed with our real-time bus tracker and check the status of your ride to Portland in seconds.

How to Book Your Bus Trip to Portland from Seattle

With Greyhound, reserving a ticket for your bus trip is a breeze. You can easily complete your booking on this website or through the free Greyhound App, all within a few simple clicks. You will have a variety of rides to choose from, as on many of our routes you will be offered both Greyhound and FlixBus bus rides, so you can choose the option that best fits your schedule. When booking your ticket from Seattle to Portland, you have a range of secure online payment options at your disposal, including both debit and credit cards. If you prefer, cash payments are also accepted at various sales points. If you're on the hunt for a cheap ticket to Portland, remember to book early. Traveling on weekdays or during non-peak hours can also lead you to some of the most budget-friendly fares available!