What is the cheapest way to get from Tacoma to Cle Elum?

The cheapest way to get from Tacoma to Cle Elum is to drive which costs $17 - $26 and takes 1h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tacoma to Cle Elum?

The fastest way to get from Tacoma to Cle Elum is to drive which takes 1h 43m and costs $17 - $26.

Is there a direct bus between Tacoma and Cle Elum?

No, there is no direct bus from Tacoma to Cle Elum. However, there are services departing from Tacoma and arriving at Washington Federal via Lowes. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 50m.

How far is it from Tacoma to Cle Elum?

The distance between Tacoma and Cle Elum is 161 miles. The road distance is 96.4 miles.

How do I travel from Tacoma to Cle Elum without a car?

The best way to get from Tacoma to Cle Elum without a car is to bus which takes 4h 50m and costs $55 - $70.

How long does it take to get from Tacoma to Cle Elum?

It takes approximately 4h 50m to get from Tacoma to Cle Elum, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tacoma to Cle Elum bus from?

Tacoma to Cle Elum bus services, operated by Northwestern Stages, depart from Tacoma station.

Where does the Tacoma to Cle Elum bus arrive?

Tacoma to Cle Elum bus services, operated by Northwestern Stages, arrive at Ellensburg station.

Can I drive from Tacoma to Cle Elum?

Yes, the driving distance between Tacoma to Cle Elum is 96 miles. It takes approximately 1h 43m to drive from Tacoma to Cle Elum.

Where can I stay near Cle Elum?

There are 295+ hotels available in Cle Elum.

Tacoma to Cle Elum - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 500 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Tacoma to Cle Elum by bus, car, shuttle, or train

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Tacoma to Ellensburgbus Nwl 739 / ...
4h 50m
$57–67
Drive 95.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Tacoma to Cle Elumcar 95.8 mi
1h 43m
$18–26
Line 500 bus, shuttle
1. Take the bus from Commerce St Station - Zone B to Federal Way Downtown Station - Bay 5bus 500 / ...
2. Take a shuttle bus from SeaTac Station to Cle Elum, WAshuttle Central Washington Eastbound
3h 55m
$32–60
Bus via Seattle
1. Take the bus from Commerce St Station - Zone D to Bus Wy & Royal Brougham Stbus 594 / ...
2. Take the bus from Seattle to Ellensburgbus Nwl 739 / ...
5h 12m
$48–63
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Tacoma Dome Station to King Street Stationtrain S Line
2. Take the bus from Seattle to Ellensburgbus Nwl 739 / ...
5h 27m
$58–86

Tacoma to Cle Elum by bus

9Weekly Buses

4h 50mAverage Duration

$57Cheapest Price

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Distance: 160 mi
Duration: 4h 50m

What companies run services between Tacoma, WA, USA and Cle Elum, WA, USA?

Northwestern Stages operates a bus from Tacoma to Ellensburg once daily. Tickets cost $55–70 and the journey takes 3h 15m.

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