What is the cheapest way to get from Tacoma to Port Townsend?

The cheapest way to get from Tacoma to Port Townsend is to bus and line 404 ferry which costs $7 - $17 and takes 4h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tacoma to Port Townsend?

The fastest way to get from Tacoma to Port Townsend is to drive which takes 1h 44m and costs $14 - $21.

Is there a direct bus between Tacoma and Port Townsend?

No, there is no direct bus from Tacoma station to Port Townsend. However, there are services departing from Commerce St Station - Zone D and arriving at Haines Place Park & Ride via Seattle Amtrak Station and Four Corners Park & Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 14m.

How far is it from Tacoma to Port Townsend?

The distance between Tacoma and Port Townsend is 83 miles. The road distance is 78.5 miles.

How do I travel from Tacoma to Port Townsend without a car?

The best way to get from Tacoma to Port Townsend without a car is to bus and line 404 ferry which takes 4h 49m and costs $7 - $17.

How long does it take to get from Tacoma to Port Townsend?

It takes approximately 4h 49m to get from Tacoma to Port Townsend, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tacoma to Port Townsend bus from?

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

Where does the Tacoma to Port Townsend bus arrive?

Tacoma to Port Townsend bus services, operated by Sound Transit, arrive at 4th Ave S & Jackson St station.

Can I drive from Tacoma to Port Townsend?

Yes, the driving distance between Tacoma to Port Townsend is 79 miles. It takes approximately 1h 44m to drive from Tacoma to Port Townsend.

Where can I stay near Port Townsend?

There are 211+ hotels available in Port Townsend.

Tacoma to Port Townsend - 4 ways to travel via bus, line 404 ferry, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Tacoma to Port Townsend by bus, ferry, or car

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Bus, line 404 ferry
best
1. Take the bus from Pacific Ave & S 19th St to 4th Ave & Washington Stbus 590 / ...
2. Take the ferry from Pier 50 Seattle Ferry Dock to Kingston Ferry Dockferry 404
3. Take the bus from Kingston Ferry Terminal to Haines Place Park & Ridebus 14
4h 49m
$7–17
Drive 78.1 mi
1. Drive from Tacoma to Port Townsendcar 78.1 mi
1h 44m
$15–21
Bus
1. Take the bus from Commerce St Station - Zone D to 4th Ave S & Jackson Stbus 594 / ...
2. Take the bus from Seattle Amtrak Station to 63 Four Corners Park & Ridebus Dungeness Line
5h 14m
$35–45
Line 574 bus, bus, ferry
1. Take the bus from D St E & 25th St E to SeaTac Airport Terminal - Bay 2bus 574
2. Take the bus from SeaTac Airport - Departures to Coupeville - Coupe's Villagebus
3. Take the ferry from Coupeville to Port Townsendferry
6h 28m
$34–75

Tacoma to Port Townsend by bus, foot, and ferry

18Weekly Services

4h 49mAverage Duration

$7Cheapest Price

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Distance: 82.5 mi
Duration: 4h 49m

What companies run services between Tacoma, WA, USA and Port Townsend, WA, USA?

You can take a bus from Commerce St Station - Zone D to Haines Place Park & Ride via 4th Ave S & Jackson St, Seattle Amtrak Station, and Four Corners Park & Ride in around 5h 14m.

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