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How to get fromEllensburg to Sandpointby bus, train, or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Ellensburg to Sandpoint by bus, train, or car

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  1. Bus, train via Spokane

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    1. Take the bus from Ellensburg to Spokanebus bus Nwl 739 / ...
    2. Take the train from Spokane to Sandpoint Stationtrain train Empire Builder
    5h 10m
    $42–79

  2. Bus, train

    1. Take the bus from Central Washington University to Wenatchee Columbia Stationbus bus Ellensburg
    2. Take the train from Wenatchee Amtrak to Sandpoint Stationtrain train Empire Builder
    8h 48m
    $98–190

  3. Drive  241.5 mi

    1. Drive from Ellensburg to Sandpointcar car 241.5 mi
    4h 9m
    $45–64

Ellensburg to Sandpoint by bus and train

Calendar14Weekly Services
Duration5h 10mAverage Duration
Ticket$42Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 242.1 mi
  • Duration: 5h 10m

What companies run services between Ellensburg, WA, USA and Sandpoint, ID, USA?

There is no direct connection from Ellensburg to Sandpoint. However, you can take the bus to Spokane, walk to Spokane, then take the train to Sandpoint Station. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Central Washington University to Sandpoint Station via Wenatchee Columbia Station and Wenatchee Amtrak in around 8h 48m.

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