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Journey Information
There is one daily bus from Tacoma to Centralia. Traveling by bus from Tacoma to Centralia usually takes around one hour and 25 minutes, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
| Distance | 44 mi (71 km) |
| Shortest duration | 1h 25m |
| Cheapest price | €20.51 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Tacoma to Centralia?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Tacoma to Centralia. Greyhound is the only company that has bus schedules available to search and book at the moment. It only makes the trip once a day on most days.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greyhound | 1 | 1h 25m | €20.51 |
Greyhound is the largest nationwide coach carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound performs about 1 bus trips from Tacoma to Centralia every day, with the average journey taking around 1 hours and 25 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Centralia usually start from €21.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of one hour and 25 minutes to cover the 71 kilometers from Tacoma to Centralia. You'll have just enough time for a small nap on this relatively short bus trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
There is usually only one bus per day from Tacoma to Centralia. It leaves the station in Tacoma at 06:00 each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.
There is usually only one bus per day from Tacoma to Centralia. Fortunately, this happens to be a direct bus, meaning that you do not have to get on a different bus at any point during your trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Tacoma to Centralia; ticket prices start at €12.12.
City Information
Tacoma
Tacoma has seen some hard times in recent years, but the city is receiving many new revival attempts, turning it into a charming town with its own unique attractions. For those interested in the history of the city, as well as the creativity of its residents, head towards the Museum District, which houses numerous interesting museums such as the Tacoma Art Museum and the Washington State History Museum. While in the area, don’t miss out on the chance to marvel at the architectural ingenuity of the Bridge of Glass. If you wish to enjoy a bit of outdoor air, diving into the cold water of American Lake in Lakewood in the morning is bound to make you happy.
Seafood has always been among Tacoma’s finest offerings, and the best place to enjoy these dishes is Duke’s Chowder House, which features a bay view. For a more exquisite taste, head over to Indochine, a pan-Asian restaurant featuring mouth watering dishes.
The main bus station and the Amtrak train station in Tacoma are both located on Puyallup Ave near downtown, just a few blocks from each other. Tacoma is served by Amtrak’s Cascades and Coast Starlight lines. The city’s main airport is Seattle–Tacoma International and it sits 22 miles north of the city.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Tacoma?
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Link to image attributionMain departure station: Bus Terminal - 510 Puyallup Ave
Located not far from the city’s Amtrak Station, the Bus Terminal at 510 Puyallup Ave in Tacoma provides intercity bus services from Greyhound and Amtrak Thruway. The bus station is a part of the larger Tacoma Dome Station complex and offers plenty of parking spaces in the connected Park and Ride. An information desk and restrooms are available inside the bus terminal, and the terminal connects to Freighthouse Square, an indoor shopping mall inside a 1909 railroad building. The bus terminal downtown is a short walk to the Tacoma Dome, several restaurants and bars, and LeMay - America’s Car Museum.
All bus stations in Tacoma:
Bus Terminal - 510 Puyallup Ave
Where does the bus arrive in Centralia?
Main arrival station: Chevron
All buses from Tacoma arrive at one main station in Centralia.
Bus stations in Centralia:
Chevron
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