How to get to Seattle, WA from Bellingham, WA

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Compare train and coach for Bellingham, WA to Seattle, WA

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bellingham, WA to Seattle, WA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £25 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 2h 31m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £25, while a train costs an average of £35.

Distance: 129 km

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£35

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£25

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£14

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2h 59m

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2h 29m

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2h 31m

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2h 1m

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1h 32m

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0.1 - 0.3kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Bellingham, WA to Seattle, WA is a coach with an average price of £25.

This is compared to other travel options from Bellingham, WA to Seattle, WA:

A coach is £11 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bellingham, WA to Seattle, WA costing on average £35.

The fastest way to travel from Bellingham, WA to Seattle, WA is by coach with an average journey time of 2h 31m.

Other travel options to Seattle, WA take longer:

Train takes on average 2h 59m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bellingham, WA and Seattle, WA including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around £35 compared to roughly £14 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-21.33. The journey takes 2h 29m versus 1h 32m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Bellingham, WA to Seattle, WA

How to get to Seattle, WA from Bellingham, WA by train, bus, flight or ferry.

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The best way to travel from Bellingham, WA to Seattle, WA is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    17:501h40
    Bellingham, Lincoln Creek Park & Ride, WA
    19:30Seattle, Northeast Campus Parkway / 12th Avenue NE (University of Washington), WA
    £431One-way
    0 changes

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    17:501h40
    Bellingham, Lincoln Creek Park & Ride, WA
    19:30Seattle, Northeast Campus Parkway / 12th Avenue NE (University of Washington), WA
    £431One-way
    0 changes

Fastest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    17:501h40
    Bellingham, Lincoln Creek Park & Ride, WA
    19:30Seattle, Northeast Campus Parkway / 12th Avenue NE (University of Washington), WA
    £431One-way
    0 changes

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    17:502h05
    Bellingham, Lincoln Creek Park & Ride, WA
    19:55Seattle, S Royal Brougham Way / 6th Avenue South (Bus Station)
    £431One-way
    0 changes
  • Greyhound
    16:101h50
    Bellingham, Fairhaven Transportation Center
    18:00Seattle, S Royal Brougham Way / 6th Avenue South (Bus Station)
    £531One-way
    0 changes

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FAQs: Bellingham, WA to Seattle, WA

Travel to Seattle, WA easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Bellingham, WA to Seattle, WA.

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There are 2 options to travel between Bellingham, WA and Seattle, WA including taking a train and coach.
The cheapest way to travel from Bellingham, WA to Seattle, WA is a coach with an average price of £25.

This is compared to other travel options from Bellingham, WA to Seattle, WA:

A coach is £11 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bellingham, WA to Seattle, WA costing on average £35.

The fastest way to travel from Bellingham, WA to Seattle, WA is by coach with an average journey time of 2h 31m.

Other travel options to Seattle, WA take longer:

Train takes on average 2h 59m.

The Bellingham, WA to Seattle, WA distance is approximately 129 km.
The average frequency per day from Bellingham, WA to Seattle, WA is:
  • Around 4 coaches per day.
  • Around 2 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bellingham, WA and Seattle, WA as scheduled services by train and coach can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Bellingham, WA to Seattle, WA:
  • Ferries mostly depart from Victoria, BC and arrive in Port of Seattle, WA.
  • Trains mostly depart from Fairhaven Station, Bellingham, WA and arrive in King Street Station, Seattle, WA.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Bellingham, Lincoln Creek Park & Ride, WA and arrive in Seattle, S Royal Brougham Way / 6th Avenue South (Bus Station).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bellingham, WA to Seattle, WA, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Greyhound, FlixBus to go to Seattle, WA by coach.
  • Travel with Amtrak to go to Seattle, WA by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Bellingham, WA to Seattle, WA with the following travel companies:
  • 4 direct coaches per day with Greyhound, FlixBus.
  • 2 direct trains per day with Amtrak.
Omio customers who travel from Bellingham, WA to Seattle, WA often also extend their vacation to go to Vancouver, BC, Las Vegas, NV, San Francisco, CA, Portland, OR, Vancouver, WA. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Seattle, WA and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Bellingham, WA to Seattle, WA, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
In Seattle, WA, you can take a ferry ride to Bainbridge Island for stunning views of the skyline and a charming small-town experience. Explore the vibrant neighbourhoods of Capitol Hill and Fremont, known for eclectic shops, cafés, and street art. Visit the Seattle Aquarium to discover marine life native to the Pacific Northwest or enjoy a scenic walk or bike ride along the Burke-Gilman Trail. Experience a live performance at the historic Paramount Theatre. For the best sights, visit the Space Needle for panoramic views, explore Pike Place Market, admire the glass art at Chihuly Garden and Glass, delve into pop culture at the Museum of Pop Culture, and explore the collections at the Seattle Art Museum.
To fully explore Seattle, WA, a stay of 3 to 4 days is typically sufficient to visit major attractions like the Space Needle, Pike Place Market, and the Museum of Pop Culture, as well as to enjoy the vibrant local neighbourhoods and outdoor activities.
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