What is the cheapest way to get from Lake Chelan to Seattle?

The cheapest way to get from Lake Chelan to Seattle is to bus via Seattle, WA which costs $29 - $45 and takes 6h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lake Chelan to Seattle?

The fastest way to get from Lake Chelan to Seattle is to drive which takes 3h 28m and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Lake Chelan and Seattle?

No, there is no direct bus from Lake Chelan to Seattle station. However, there are services departing from Lakeside Park-and-Ride and arriving at Seattle Amtrak Station via Columbia Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 1m.

How far is it from Lake Chelan to Seattle?

The distance between Lake Chelan and Seattle is 192 miles. The road distance is 169.6 miles.

How do I travel from Lake Chelan to Seattle without a car?

The best way to get from Lake Chelan to Seattle without a car is to bus which takes 6h 1m and costs $30 - $75.

How long does it take to get from Lake Chelan to Seattle?

It takes approximately 6h 1m to get from Lake Chelan to Seattle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lake Chelan to Seattle bus from?

Lake Chelan to Seattle bus services, operated by Link Transit, depart from Lakeside Park-and-Ride station.

Where does the Lake Chelan to Seattle bus arrive?

Lake Chelan to Seattle bus services, operated by Link Transit, arrive at Wenatchee Columbia Station.

Can I drive from Lake Chelan to Seattle?

Yes, the driving distance between Lake Chelan to Seattle is 170 miles. It takes approximately 3h 28m to drive from Lake Chelan to Seattle.

Where can I stay near Seattle?

There are 1481+ hotels available in Seattle.

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There are 5 ways to get from Lake Chelan to Seattle by bus, train, car, plane, or bus (Amtrak)

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Lakeside Park-and-Ride to Wenatchee Columbia Stationbus 21
2. Take the bus from Columbia Station to Seattle Amtrak Stationbus Spokane
6h 1m
$30–75
Bus via Seattle, WA
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lakeside Park-and-Ride to Wenatchee Columbia Stationbus 21
2. Take the bus from Wenatchee Columbia Station to Seattle, WAbus Spokane
6h 26m
$29–45
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Lakeside Park-and-Ride to Wenatchee Columbia Stationbus 21
2. Take the train from Wenatchee Amtrak to Seattletrain Empire Builder
6h 55m
$50–100
Drive 168.6 mi
1. Drive from Lake Chelan to Seattlecar 168.6 mi
3h 28m
$31–45
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Lakeside Park-and-Ride to Wenatchee Columbia Stationbus
2. Fly from Wenatchee (EAT) to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)plane EAT - SEA
4h 59m
$166–346

Lake Chelan to Seattle by foot and bus

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Distance: 191 mi
Duration: 6h 1m

What companies run services between Lake Chelan, WA, USA and Seattle, WA, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Lake Chelan to Seattle Amtrak Station via Lakeside Park-and-Ride and Columbia Station in around 6h 1m.

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