What is the cheapest way to get from Ellensburg to Columbia River Gorge?

The cheapest way to get from Ellensburg to Columbia River Gorge is to drive which costs $29 - $45 and takes 3h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ellensburg to Columbia River Gorge?

The fastest way to get from Ellensburg to Columbia River Gorge is to drive which takes 3h 30m and costs $29 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Ellensburg and Columbia River Gorge?

No, there is no direct bus from Ellensburg to Columbia River Gorge. However, there are services departing from Ellensburg and arriving at Water's Edge, Lone Pine Blvd via Pasco Bus Stop and LINK Transit Center - The Dalles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 16m.

How far is it from Ellensburg to Columbia River Gorge?

The distance between Ellensburg and Columbia River Gorge is 278 miles. The road distance is 163 miles.

How do I travel from Ellensburg to Columbia River Gorge without a car?

The best way to get from Ellensburg to Columbia River Gorge without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 16m and costs $60 - $150.

How long does it take to get from Ellensburg to Columbia River Gorge?

It takes approximately 6h 16m to get from Ellensburg to Columbia River Gorge, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ellensburg to Columbia River Gorge bus from?

Ellensburg to Columbia River Gorge bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Ellensburg station.

Where does the Ellensburg to Columbia River Gorge bus arrive?

Ellensburg to Columbia River Gorge bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Pasco Bus Stop station.

Can I drive from Ellensburg to Columbia River Gorge?

Yes, the driving distance between Ellensburg to Columbia River Gorge is 163 miles. It takes approximately 3h 30m to drive from Ellensburg to Columbia River Gorge.

Where can I stay near Columbia River Gorge?

There are 166+ hotels available in Columbia River Gorge.

Ellensburg to Columbia River Gorge - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Ellensburg to Columbia River Gorge by bus, train, car, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), or bus (Flixbus)

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Ellensburg to Pasco Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0550
2. Take the train from Pasco Amtrak Station to Bingen-White Salmon Amtraktrain Empire Builder
6h 16m
$63–144
Drive 162.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ellensburg to Columbia River Gorgecar 162.1 mi
3h 30m
$30–43
Bus via Tri-Cities
1. Take the bus from Ellensburg to Pasco Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0550
2. Take the bus from Pasco Bus Stop to The Dallesbus FlixBus 2184
7h 16m
$39–69
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ellensburg to Portland Curbside Bus Stopbus FlixBus 2120
2. Take the bus from Gateway Transit Center to CAT Transit Center - Hood Riverbus Columbia Gorge Express
8h 53m

Ellensburg to Columbia River Gorge by bus, train, and foot

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6h 16mAverage Duration

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Distance: 276.4 mi
Duration: 6h 16m

What companies run services between Ellensburg, WA, USA and Columbia River Gorge, WA, USA?

You can take a bus from Ellensburg to Water's Edge, Lone Pine Blvd via Pasco Bus Stop, LINK Transit Center - The Dalles, and Water's Edge, Lone Pine Blvd in around 7h 16m.

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