What is the cheapest way to get from Cle Elum to Tacoma?

The cheapest way to get from Cle Elum to Tacoma is to drive which costs $17 - $26 and takes 1h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cle Elum to Tacoma?

The fastest way to get from Cle Elum to Tacoma is to drive which takes 1h 43m and costs $17 - $26.

Is there a direct bus between Cle Elum and Tacoma?

No, there is no direct bus from Cle Elum to Tacoma. However, there are services departing from Pioneer Coffee Roasting Co. and arriving at Tacoma via Ellensburg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 35m.

How far is it from Cle Elum to Tacoma?

The distance between Cle Elum and Tacoma is 160 miles. The road distance is 96.7 miles.

How do I travel from Cle Elum to Tacoma without a car?

The best way to get from Cle Elum to Tacoma without a car is to bus which takes 4h 35m and costs $40 - $70.

How long does it take to get from Cle Elum to Tacoma?

It takes approximately 4h 35m to get from Cle Elum to Tacoma, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cle Elum to Tacoma bus from?

Cle Elum to Tacoma bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Ellensburg station.

Where does the Cle Elum to Tacoma bus arrive?

Cle Elum to Tacoma bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Tacoma station.

Can I drive from Cle Elum to Tacoma?

Yes, the driving distance between Cle Elum to Tacoma is 97 miles. It takes approximately 1h 43m to drive from Cle Elum to Tacoma.

Where can I stay near Tacoma?

There are 439+ hotels available in Tacoma.

Cle Elum to Tacoma - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and shuttle

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There are 4 ways to get from Cle Elum to Tacoma by bus, car, shuttle, or train

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ellensburg to Tacomabus Nwl 738
4h 35m
$40–70
Drive 96.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cle Elum to Tacomacar 96.1 mi
1h 43m
$18–26
Shuttle, line 574 bus
1. Take a shuttle bus from Cle Elum, WA to Seattle-Tacoma International Airportshuttle Central Washington Westbound
2. Take the bus from SeaTac Airport Terminal - Bay 2 to 26th St E & D St Ebus 574
2h 45m
$30–55
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ellensburg to Seattlebus Nwl 738
2. Take the train from King Street Station to Tacoma Dome Stationtrain S Line
4h 49m
$42–86

Cle Elum to Tacoma by bus

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4h 35mAverage Duration

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Distance: 159.4 mi
Duration: 4h 35m

What companies run services between Cle Elum, WA, USA and Tacoma, WA, USA?

Jefferson Lines operates a bus from Ellensburg to Tacoma 5 times a week. Tickets cost $40–60 and the journey takes 2h 55m. Northwestern Stages also services this route 3 times a week.

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