What is the cheapest way to get from Soap Lake to Tacoma?

The cheapest way to get from Soap Lake to Tacoma is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Soap Lake to Tacoma?

The fastest way to get from Soap Lake to Tacoma is to drive which takes 3h 21m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Soap Lake and Tacoma?

No, there is no direct bus from Soap Lake to Tacoma. However, there are services departing from Soap Lake Senior Center on 2nd Ave SE and arriving at Tacoma Greyhound via Ephrata Transportation Center and Quincy Amtrak Bus Stop. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 26m.

How far is it from Soap Lake to Tacoma?

The distance between Soap Lake and Tacoma is 246 miles. The road distance is 191 miles.

How do I travel from Soap Lake to Tacoma without a car?

The best way to get from Soap Lake to Tacoma without a car is to train and bus which takes 8h 26m and costs $110 - $180.

How long does it take to get from Soap Lake to Tacoma?

It takes approximately 8h 26m to get from Soap Lake to Tacoma, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Soap Lake to Tacoma bus from?

Soap Lake to Tacoma bus services, operated by Amtrak Thruway, depart from Quincy Amtrak Bus Stop station.

Where does the Soap Lake to Tacoma bus arrive?

Soap Lake to Tacoma bus services, operated by Amtrak Thruway, arrive at Tacoma Greyhound station.

Can I drive from Soap Lake to Tacoma?

Yes, the driving distance between Soap Lake to Tacoma is 191 miles. It takes approximately 3h 21m to drive from Soap Lake to Tacoma.

Where can I stay near Tacoma?

There are 411+ hotels available in Tacoma.

Soap Lake to Tacoma - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Soap Lake to Tacoma by train, bus, bus (Amtrak), or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Ephrata Amtrak to Seattletrain Empire Builder
2. Take the bus from 2nd Ave Ext & Jackson St S to Pacific Ave & S 14th Stbus 590 / ...
8h 26m
$117–178
Drive 189.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Soap Lake to Tacomacar 189.9 mi
3h 21m
$35–50
Bus
1. Take the bus from Quincy Amtrak Bus Stop to Tacoma Greyhoundbus Spokane
9h 26m
$40–95
Bus via Seattle
1. Take the bus from Quincy to Seattlebus Nwl 736
2. Take the bus from Bus Wy & Royal Brougham St to Pacific Ave & S 14th Stbus 590 / ...
9h 42m
$40–86

Soap Lake to Tacoma by bus, foot, and train

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8h 26mAverage Duration

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Distance: 244.7 mi
Duration: 8h 26m

What companies run services between Soap Lake, WA, USA and Tacoma, WA, USA?

Amtrak Thruway operates a bus from Quincy Amtrak Bus Stop to Tacoma Greyhound once daily. Tickets cost $40–50 and the journey takes 6h 35m. Two other operators also service this route.

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