What is the cheapest way to get from Spokane to Lake Chelan?

The cheapest way to get from Spokane to Lake Chelan is to drive which costs $27 - $40 and takes 3h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Spokane to Lake Chelan?

The fastest way to get from Spokane to Lake Chelan is to drive which takes 3h 13m and costs $27 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Spokane and Lake Chelan?

No, there is no direct bus from Spokane to Lake Chelan. However, there are services departing from Spokane and arriving at Lakeside Park-and-Ride via Wenatchee Columbia Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 6m.

How far is it from Spokane to Lake Chelan?

The distance between Spokane and Lake Chelan is 210 miles. The road distance is 152.1 miles.

How do I travel from Spokane to Lake Chelan without a car?

The best way to get from Spokane to Lake Chelan without a car is to bus which takes 5h 6m and costs $35 - $80.

How long does it take to get from Spokane to Lake Chelan?

It takes approximately 5h 6m to get from Spokane to Lake Chelan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Spokane to Lake Chelan bus from?

Spokane to Lake Chelan bus services, operated by Northwestern Stages, depart from Spokane station.

Where does the Spokane to Lake Chelan bus arrive?

Spokane to Lake Chelan bus services, operated by Northwestern Stages, arrive at Columbia Station.

Can I drive from Spokane to Lake Chelan?

Yes, the driving distance between Spokane to Lake Chelan is 152 miles. It takes approximately 3h 13m to drive from Spokane to Lake Chelan.

Where can I stay near Lake Chelan?

There are 186+ hotels available in Lake Chelan.

Spokane to Lake Chelan - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Spokane to Columbia Stationbus Spokane / ...
2. Take the bus from Wenatchee Columbia Station to Lakeside Park-and-Ridebus 21
5h 6m
$35–78
Drive 151.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Spokane to Lake Chelancar 151.2 mi
3h 13m
$28–40
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Spokane to Wenatchee Amtraktrain Empire Builder
2. Take the bus from Wenatchee Columbia Station to Lakeside Park-and-Ridebus 21
5h 12m
$46–101
Bus via Spokane, WA
1. Take the bus from Spokane, WA to Wenatchee Columbia Stationbus Spokane
2. Take the bus from Wenatchee Columbia Station to Lakeside Park-and-Ridebus 21
5h 31m
$32–46

Spokane to Lake Chelan by bus and foot

21Weekly Services

5h 6mAverage Duration

$35Cheapest Price

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Distance: 208.8 mi
Duration: 5h 6m

What companies run services between Spokane, WA, USA and Lake Chelan, WA, USA?

You can take a bus from Spokane to Lake Chelan via Wenatchee Columbia Station and Lakeside Park-and-Ride in around 5h 6m.

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