What is the cheapest way to get from Seattle to Ephrata?

The cheapest way to get from Seattle to Ephrata is to drive which costs $30 - $45 and takes 2h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Seattle to Ephrata?

The fastest way to get from Seattle to Ephrata is to drive which takes 2h 54m and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Seattle and Ephrata?

No, there is no direct bus from Seattle to Ephrata. However, there are services departing from Seattle Greyhound and arriving at Ephrata Transportation Center via Shree's Truck Stop & Gas Station on Royal Anne Dr W. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Seattle and Ephrata?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Seattle and arriving at Ephrata Amtrak. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 3m.

How far is it from Seattle to Ephrata?

The distance between Seattle and Ephrata is 182 miles. The road distance is 171.8 miles.

How do I travel from Seattle to Ephrata without a car?

The best way to get from Seattle to Ephrata without a car is to bus which takes 4h 39m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Seattle to Ephrata?

It takes approximately 4h 39m to get from Seattle to Ephrata, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Seattle to Ephrata bus from?

Seattle to Ephrata bus services, operated by Northwestern Stages, depart from Seattle Greyhound station.

Where do I catch the Seattle to Ephrata train from?

Seattle to Ephrata train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Seattle station.

Train or bus from Seattle to Ephrata?

The best way to get from Seattle to Ephrata is to bus which takes 4h 39m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $65 - $140 and takes 5h 3m.

Where does the Seattle to Ephrata bus arrive?

Seattle to Ephrata bus services, operated by Northwestern Stages, arrive at George Shree's Truck Stop - George, WA station.

Where does the Seattle to Ephrata train arrive?

Seattle to Ephrata train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Ephrata Amtrak station.

Can I drive from Seattle to Ephrata?

Yes, the driving distance between Seattle to Ephrata is 172 miles. It takes approximately 2h 54m to drive from Seattle to Ephrata.

How do I get a train ticket from Seattle to Ephrata?

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Where can I stay near Ephrata?

There are eight+ hotels available in Ephrata.

Seattle to Ephrata - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Seattle to Ephrata by bus, train (Amtrak), or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Seattle Greyhound to George Shree's Truck Stop - George, WAbus Tacoma
2. Take the bus from Shree's Truck Stop & Gas Station on Royal Anne Dr W to Ephrata Transportation Centerbus 40
4h 39m
Drive 170.8 mi
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1. Drive from Seattle to Ephratacar 170.8 mi
2h 54m
$32–45
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Seattle to Ephrata Amtraktrain Empire Builder
5h 3m
$65–140

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Distance: 181.1 mi
Duration: 4h 39m

What companies run services between Seattle, WA, USA and Ephrata, WA, USA?

You can take a bus from Seattle Greyhound to Ephrata Transportation Center via Shree's Truck Stop & Gas Station on Royal Anne Dr W in around 4h 39m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Seattle to Ephrata Amtrak once daily. Tickets cost $65–140 and the journey takes 5h 3m.

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