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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Ellensburg (CWU) | Tacoma | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Ellensburg | Tacoma | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Ellensburg | Tacoma | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Ellensburg (CWU) | Tacoma | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Ellensburg | Tacoma | No tags |
Get from Ellensburg to Tacoma
The journey takes about 3 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $45, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Ellensburg to Tacoma by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Ellensburg to Tacoma?
The cheapest bus tickets from Ellensburg to Tacoma start from $45. The average price for this route is around $89. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Ellensburg to Tacoma?
The average bus travel time from Ellensburg to Tacoma is 3h 20m, covering a distance of 146 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 55m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Ellensburg to Tacoma route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Northwestern.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Ellensburg to Tacoma?
The earliest bus departs from Ellensburg to Tacoma at 1:50am. And the latest bus departs at 2:20pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Ellensburg to Tacoma?
A bus trip from Ellensburg to Tacoma generates an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Ellensburg to Tacoma?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Northwestern, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 4 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Ellensburg to Tacoma?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Ellensburg to Tacoma?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Ellensburg to Tacoma?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Northwestern, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Ellensburg to Tacoma was searched and found on Jan 14, 2026 with a price of $35To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Ellensburg to Tacoma, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $35 to $131 for a bus ticket from Ellensburg to Tacoma based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $39 which is on 2026-01-17.
Usually Northwestern will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
