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

The cheapest way to get from Tacoma to Elma is to line 600 bus and bus which costs $5 - $9 and takes 3h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tacoma to Elma is to drive which takes 1h 7m and costs $10 - $16.

Is there a direct bus between Tacoma and Elma?

No, there is no direct bus from Tacoma station to Elma. However, there are services departing from Commerce St Station - Zone G and arriving at Elma Transit Center via SR512 Park & Ride - Zone G and Olympia Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 11m.

How far is it from Tacoma to Elma?

The distance between Tacoma and Elma is 82 miles. The road distance is 58.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Tacoma to Elma without a car is to train and bus which takes 2h 38m and costs $16 - $35.

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

It takes approximately 2h 38m to get from Tacoma to Elma, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tacoma to Elma bus from?

Tacoma to Elma bus services, operated by Intercity Transit, depart from SR512 Park & Ride - Zone G station.

Where does the Tacoma to Elma bus arrive?

Tacoma to Elma bus services, operated by Intercity Transit, arrive at Olympia Transit Center - Bay M station.

Can I drive from Tacoma to Elma?

Yes, the driving distance between Tacoma to Elma is 58 miles. It takes approximately 1h 7m to drive from Tacoma to Elma.

Where can I stay near Elma?

There are five+ hotels available in Elma.

Tacoma to Elma - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 600 bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Tacoma to Elma by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Tacoma to Centralia Amtrak Stationtrain Amtrak Cascades / ...
2. Take the bus from Centralia - Amtrak to E Main & N A St WestBoundbus 45
2h 38m
$17–35
Line 600 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from SR512 Park & Ride - Zone G to Olympia Transit Center - Bay Mbus 600 / ...
2. Take the bus from Olympia Transit Center to Elma Transit Centerbus 40
3h 11m
$5–9
Drive 58.1 mi
1. Drive from Tacoma to Elmacar 58.1 mi
1h 7m
$11–16

Tacoma to Elma by train and bus

20Weekly Services

2h 38mAverage Duration

$17Cheapest Price

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Distance: 82 mi
Duration: 2h 38m

What companies run services between Tacoma, WA, USA and Elma, WA, USA?

You can take a bus from Commerce St Station - Zone G to Elma Transit Center via SR512 Park & Ride - Zone G, Olympia Transit Center - Bay M, and Olympia Transit Center in around 3h 11m.

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