What is the cheapest way to get from Portland to Elma?

The cheapest way to get from Portland to Elma is to bus which costs $18 - $40 and takes 3h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Portland to Elma?

The fastest way to get from Portland to Elma is to drive which takes 2h 14m and costs $22 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Portland and Elma?

No, there is no direct bus from Portland to Elma. However, there are services departing from Portland Curbside Bus Stop and arriving at Elma Transit Center via Olympia Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 45m.

How far is it from Portland to Elma?

The distance between Portland and Elma is 124 miles. The road distance is 123.1 miles.

How do I travel from Portland to Elma without a car?

The best way to get from Portland to Elma without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 19m and costs $30 - $65.

How long does it take to get from Portland to Elma?

It takes approximately 3h 19m to get from Portland to Elma, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portland to Elma bus from?

Portland to Elma bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Portland Curbside Bus Stop station.

Where does the Portland to Elma bus arrive?

Portland to Elma bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Olympia station.

Can I drive from Portland to Elma?

Yes, the driving distance between Portland to Elma is 123 miles. It takes approximately 2h 14m to drive from Portland to Elma.

Where can I stay near Elma?

There are five+ hotels available in Elma.

Portland to Elma - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Portland to Elma by train, bus, bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Portland to Centralia Amtrak Stationtrain Amtrak Cascades / ...
2. Take the bus from Centralia - Amtrak to E Main & N A St WestBoundbus 45
3h 19m
$31–62
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Portland Curbside Bus Stop to Olympiabus FlixBus 2120
2. Take the bus from Olympia Transit Center to Elma Transit Centerbus 40
3h 45m
$19–37
Drive 122.4 mi
1. Drive from Portland to Elmacar 122.4 mi
2h 14m
$23–33

Portland to Elma by train and bus

20Weekly Services

3h 19mAverage Duration

$31Cheapest Price

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Distance: 123.5 mi
Duration: 3h 19m

What companies run services between Portland, OR, USA and Elma, WA, USA?

You can take a bus from Portland Curbside Bus Stop to Elma Transit Center via Olympia and Olympia Transit Center in around 3h 45m.

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