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

The cheapest way to get from Tacoma to Kelowna is to drive which costs $90 - $140 and takes 6h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tacoma to Kelowna is to fly which takes 4h 11m and costs $100 - $950.

Is there a direct bus between Tacoma and Kelowna?

No, there is no direct bus from Tacoma station to Kelowna. However, there are services departing from Commerce St Station - Zone D and arriving at Kelowna - 516 Lawrence Ave via Seattle Bus Station and Vancouver - Pacific Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 24m.

How far is it from Tacoma to Kelowna?

The distance between Tacoma and Kelowna is 399 km. The road distance is 529.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Tacoma to Kelowna without a car is to train and bus which takes 10h 40m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 11m to get from Tacoma to Kelowna, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tacoma to Kelowna bus from?

Tacoma to Kelowna bus services, operated by Sound Transit, depart from Commerce St Station - Zone D.

Bus or fly from Tacoma to Kelowna?

The best way to get from Tacoma to Kelowna is to fly which takes 4h 11m and costs $100 - $950. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 11h 24m.

Where does the Tacoma to Kelowna bus arrive?

Tacoma to Kelowna bus services, operated by Sound Transit, arrive at Bus Wy & Royal Brougham St station.

What is the time difference between Tacoma and Kelowna?

Kelowna is 1h ahead of Tacoma. It is currently 1:26 AM in Tacoma and 2:26 AM in Kelowna.

Can I drive from Tacoma to Kelowna?

Yes, the driving distance between Tacoma to Kelowna is 530 km. It takes approximately 6h 35m to drive from Tacoma to Kelowna.

Where can I stay near Kelowna?

There are 201+ hotels available in Kelowna.

Tacoma to Kelowna - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Tacoma to Kelowna by plane, train, bus, car, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), or bus (Flixbus)

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Fly from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
best
1. Fly from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Kelowna International Airport (YLW)plane SEA - YLW
4h 11m
$106–908
Drive 529.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Tacoma to Kelownacar 529.7 km
6h 35m
$95–137
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Tacoma to Vancouvertrain Amtrak Cascades
2. Take the bus from Vancouver - Pacific Station to Kelowna - 516 Lawrence Avebus Ebus
10h 40m
Train to Vancouver International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Tacoma to Vancouvertrain
2. Fly from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Kelowna International Airport (YLW)plane YVR - YLW
7h 51m
$232–546
Bus
1. Take the bus from Commerce St Station - Zone D to Bus Wy & Royal Brougham Stbus 594 / ...
2. Take the bus from Seattle Bus Station to Vancouverbus
3. Take the bus from Vancouver - Pacific Station to Kelowna - 516 Lawrence Avebus
11h 24m
Bus via Seattle
1. Take the bus from Commerce St Station - Zone D to 4th Ave & James Stbus 594 / ...
2. Take the bus from Seattle to Vancouverbus
3. Take the bus from Vancouver - Pacific Station to Kelowna - 516 Lawrence Avebus
12h 7m

Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Kelowna International Airport (YLW) flights

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Distance: 399 km
Duration: 4h 11m

What companies run services between Tacoma, WA, USA and Kelowna, BC, Canada?

WestJet, Alaska Airlines, Inc., and Delta fly from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Kelowna International Airport (YLW) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Commerce St Station - Zone D to Kelowna - 516 Lawrence Ave via Bus Wy & Royal Brougham St, Seattle Bus Station, and Vancouver - Pacific Station in around 11h 24m.

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How to get fromTacoma to Kelownaby plane, train, bus, car, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), or bus (Flixbus)

There are 6 ways to get from Tacoma to Kelowna by plane, train, bus, car, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), or bus (Flixbus)

Fly from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport

Drive 529.7 km

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Train to Vancouver International Airport, fly

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