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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Tacoma | Ellensburg (CWU) | Cheapest | ||||
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| Bus | Tacoma | Ellensburg | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 7:29 PM PST.
Get from Tacoma to Ellensburg
The journey takes about 3 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 490, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Tacoma to Ellensburg by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Tacoma to Ellensburg?
The cheapest bus tickets from Tacoma to Ellensburg start at R 490. The average price for this route is around R 1 010. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Tacoma to Ellensburg?
The average bus journey time from Tacoma to Ellensburg is 3h 20m, covering a distance of 146 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 3h 5m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Tacoma to Ellensburg route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Northwestern, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Tacoma to Ellensburg?
The earliest bus departs from Tacoma to Ellensburg at 07:45. And the latest bus departs at 21:45.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Tacoma to Ellensburg?
A bus trip from Tacoma to Ellensburg produces an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Tacoma to Ellensburg?
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 Tacoma to Ellensburg?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Tacoma to Ellensburg?
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 Tacoma to Ellensburg?
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 Tacoma to Ellensburg was searched and found on 27 Jan 2026 with a price of R 374To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Tacoma to Ellensburg as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 374 to R 1 493 for a bus ticket from Tacoma to Ellensburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 390, which is on 2026-01-29.
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.
