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How to get to Tacoma by bus
- Routes
- 22
- Trips per day
- 54
- bus lines
- 4
- Stations
- 3
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About 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 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
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.
Popular bus stations in Tacoma:
- Tacoma Bus Station
- 2499 E G St & Puyallup Ave
- 422 E. 25th St.
What bus companies travel to Tacoma, WA?
Located in Washington, Tacoma is accessible by bus from 22 other cities. You can choose from 54 daily scheduled trips when you search for buses to Tacoma on Wanderu. FlixBus US usually has the most buses on any given day.
Looking for other ways to get there? Train tickets to Tacoma are also available.
Bus companies serving Tacoma
| Bus | Routes | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus US | 161 | 2 days, 56 min | $192.78 |
| Northwestern Stage Lines | 35 | 6 hr, 56 min | $71.47 |
| Greyhound | 5 | 12 hr, 47 min | $70.37 |
| Amtrak Thruway | 17 | 6 hr, 8 min | $57.35 |
FlixBus US is the American branch of German bus company FlixBus, known for providing sustainable, affordable, and modern bus travel. The company offers cheap bus tickets to popular urban destinations throughout the United States. FlixBus US buses include many amenities, including comfortable seats, free WiFi, power outlets at every seat, and an online portal for free entertainment.
Greyhound is the largest nationwide bus 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 buses are outfitted with power outlets, free WiFi, restrooms, and air conditioning for your comfort.
Amtrak Thruway, also known as Amtrak Thruway Motorcoach, is a system of intercity passenger buses operated by Amtrak to connect train stations to areas that are not served by the carrier’s railroads. On the bus, passengers can enjoy comfortable reclining seats with leg rests and access to onboard restroom facilities.
Frequently Asked Questions
$9.48 is the cheapest price for a bus ticket to Tacoma, according to recent searches on Wanderu. You can use our search to check if this price is currently available on buses from your city to Tacoma. In the last month, the lowest average price on a route to Tacoma was $9.81.
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The most popular bus stations in Tacoma are Tacoma Bus Station, 2499 E G St & Puyallup Ave, and 422 E. 25th St. Tacoma Bus Station is the busiest, with the most bus arrivals.
The closest airport to Tacoma is Tacoma Narrows Airport (TIW), located 6.3 miles from the city center of Tacoma.
Tacoma ranks number 7 among the most popular bus destinations in Washington. Tacoma ranks number 234 among bus destinations in the country. Tacoma ranks number 3 in Washington by the number of places connected to it by bus. There are 44 direct bus schedules arriving in Tacoma each day.
The population of Tacoma is 207,948. It ranks number 3 by population in Washington. It ranks number 96 by population in the country.
A short bus trip to Tacoma, under 60 miles, can cost as little as $9.48. A 60 to 200 mile bus trip to Tacoma starts at $15. A longer trip by bus to Tacoma can be as cheap as $33.47. Looking to travel across state or province lines? A trip from out of your region will be as low as $19.
People who take the bus to Tacoma are most often visiting their families or loved ones. With frequent schedules, the ability to book and hop on a bus last minute make taking a bus to Tacoma easy whether you’re planning a trip far in advance or need some quality time with loved ones at the last minute.
The closest bus station to the city center of Tacoma is Tacoma Bus Station, located just 1.2 miles away. Select Tacoma Bus Station as your arrival if your plans call for exploring the downtown area of Tacoma. Search on Wanderu and in the search results you can filter travel options by arriving or departing station.
| Departure | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|
| Seattle | 1 hr, 6 min | $14.66 |
| Spokane | 8 hr, 28 min | $52.33 |
| Portland | 2 hr, 40 min | $30.74 |
| Moses Lake | 5 hr, 26 min | $72.25 |
| Wenatchee | 6 hr, 45 min | $73.29 |
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