What is the cheapest way to get from Olympia to Chelan?

The cheapest way to get from Olympia to Chelan is to bus which costs $30 - $60 and takes 8h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Olympia to Chelan?

The fastest way to get from Olympia to Chelan is to drive which takes 4h 8m and costs $40 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Olympia and Chelan?

No, there is no direct bus from Olympia to Chelan. However, there are services departing from Capitol Way at 11th Ave and arriving at Johnson at Chelan City Hall via Lakewood Station - Bay 3, Seattle Greyhound and Wenatchee Columbia Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 55m.

How far is it from Olympia to Chelan?

The distance between Olympia and Chelan is 259 miles. The road distance is 221.4 miles.

How do I travel from Olympia to Chelan without a car?

The best way to get from Olympia to Chelan without a car is to bus via Seattle which takes 7h 55m and costs $30 - $85.

How long does it take to get from Olympia to Chelan?

It takes approximately 7h 55m to get from Olympia to Chelan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Olympia to Chelan bus from?

Olympia to Chelan bus services, operated by Sound Transit, depart from Lakewood Station - Bay 3.

Where does the Olympia to Chelan bus arrive?

Olympia to Chelan bus services, operated by Sound Transit, arrive at Bus Wy & Royal Brougham St station.

Can I drive from Olympia to Chelan?

Yes, the driving distance between Olympia to Chelan is 221 miles. It takes approximately 4h 8m to drive from Olympia to Chelan.

Where can I stay near Chelan?

There are 177+ hotels available in Chelan.

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

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Bus via Seattle
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1. Take the bus from Lakewood Station - Bay 3 to Bus Wy & Royal Brougham Stbus 594 / ...
2. Take the bus from Seattle Greyhound to Columbia Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Wenatchee Columbia Station to Johnson at Chelan City Hallbus 21 / ...
7h 55m
$34–81
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Lakewood Station - Bay 3 to 4th Ave S & Jackson Stbus 594 / ...
2. Take the train from Seattle to Wenatchee Amtraktrain
3. Take the bus from Wenatchee Columbia Station to Johnson at Chelan City Hallbus 21 / ...
8h 24m
$44–96
Drive 220.1 mi
1. Drive from Olympia to Chelancar 220.1 mi
4h 8m
$41–58
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Olympia to Seattle Tacoma Intl Airportbus
2. Fly from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Wenatchee (EAT)plane SEA - EAT
3. Take the bus from Wenatchee Columbia Station to Johnson at Chelan City Hallbus
5h 2m
$187–372
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tacoma Greyhound to Wenatchee Columbia Stationbus Tacoma
2. Take the bus from Wenatchee Columbia Station to Johnson at Chelan City Hallbus 21 / ...
8h 59m
$34–56

Olympia to Chelan by bus

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Distance: 257 mi
Duration: 7h 55m

What companies run services between Olympia, WA, USA and Chelan, WA, USA?

You can take a bus from Capitol Way at 11th Ave to Johnson at Chelan City Hall via Lakewood Station - Bay 3, Bus Wy & Royal Brougham St, Seattle Greyhound, and Wenatchee Columbia Station in around 7h 55m.

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