What is the cheapest way to get from Port Townsend to Tacoma?

The cheapest way to get from Port Townsend to Tacoma is to bus and line 401 ferry which costs $6 - $17 and takes 4h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Port Townsend to Tacoma?

The fastest way to get from Port Townsend to Tacoma is to drive which takes 1h 44m and costs $14 - $21.

Is there a direct bus between Port Townsend and Tacoma?

No, there is no direct bus from Port Townsend to Tacoma. However, there are services departing from Haines Place Park & Ride and arriving at Pacific Ave & S 14th St via 63 Four Corners Park & Ride and 2nd Ave Ext & Jackson St S. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 34m.

How far is it from Port Townsend to Tacoma?

The distance between Port Townsend and Tacoma is 84 miles. The road distance is 78.7 miles.

How do I travel from Port Townsend to Tacoma without a car?

The best way to get from Port Townsend to Tacoma without a car is to bus and line 401 ferry which takes 4h 8m and costs $6 - $17.

How long does it take to get from Port Townsend to Tacoma?

It takes approximately 4h 8m to get from Port Townsend to Tacoma, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Port Townsend to Tacoma bus from?

Port Townsend to Tacoma bus services, operated by Dungeness Line - Olympic, depart from 63 Four Corners Park & Ride station.

Where does the Port Townsend to Tacoma bus arrive?

Port Townsend to Tacoma bus services, operated by Dungeness Line - Olympic, arrive at Seattle Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Port Townsend to Tacoma?

Yes, the driving distance between Port Townsend to Tacoma is 79 miles. It takes approximately 1h 44m to drive from Port Townsend to Tacoma.

Where can I stay near Tacoma?

There are 405+ hotels available in Tacoma.

Port Townsend to Tacoma - 3 ways to travel via bus, line 401 ferry, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Port Townsend to Tacoma by bus, ferry, or car

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Bus, line 401 ferry
best
1. Take the bus from Haines Place Park & Ride to Kingston Ferry Terminalbus 14
2. Take the ferry from Kingston Ferry Dock to Pier 50 Seattle Ferry Dockferry 401
3. Take the bus from 2nd Ave & James St to Commerce St Station - Zone Gbus 594
4h 8m
$6–16
Drive 78.3 mi
1. Drive from Port Townsend to Tacomacar 78.3 mi
1h 44m
$15–21
Bus
1. Take the bus from 63 Four Corners Park & Ride to Seattle Amtrak Stationbus Dungeness Line
2. Take the bus from 2nd Ave Ext & Jackson St S to Pacific Ave & S 14th Stbus 590 / ...
4h 34m
$34–44

Port Townsend to Tacoma by bus, ferry, and foot

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4h 8mAverage Duration

$6Cheapest Price

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Distance: 83 mi
Duration: 4h 8m

What companies run services between Port Townsend, WA, USA and Tacoma, WA, USA?

You can take a bus from Haines Place Park & Ride to Pacific Ave & S 14th St via 63 Four Corners Park & Ride, Seattle Amtrak Station, and 2nd Ave Ext & Jackson St S in around 4h 34m.

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