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How to get to Tacoma by bus
| Routes | 23 |
| Trips per day | 54 |
| bus lines | 3 |
| 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.
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Link to image attributionLocated 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:
2499 E G St & Puyallup Ave
Tacoma Bus Station
Bus Terminal - 510 Puyallup Ave
What bus companies travel to Tacoma, Washington?
Located in Washington, Tacoma is accessible by bus from 23 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 | 124 | 13h 40m | €78.50 |
| Northwestern Stage Lines | 35 | 6h 35m | €66.57 |
| Amtrak Thruway | 13 | 6h 19m | €64.55 |
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.
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.
Which bus carrier has the best service to Tacoma?
Based on customers travel reviews, travelers who booked on Wanderu rave about traveling to Tacoma by bus with FlixBus US giving them a 5 rating out of 5.
Travelers also mentioned that FlixBus US had the most comfortable bus service to Tacoma taking into account the seats and amenities that FlixBus US offers. They rate FlixBus US a 4.5 out of 5 when it comes to just how relaxing and enjoyable their experience was onboard.
If you are looking to arrive to Tacoma punctually, travelers suggest that BoltBus has the best on time performance on their bus schedules to Tacoma, rating them a 4.5 based on their on time arrivals.
Frequently Asked Questions
The busiest bus station in Tacoma is 2499 E G St & Puyallup Ave. There are several other active stations in addition to this main station. The most popular bus stations in Tacoma are:
- 2499 E G St & Puyallup Ave
- Tacoma Bus Station
- Bus Terminal - 510 Puyallup Ave
| Departure | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|
| Seattle | 1h 10m | €17.54 |
| Spokane | 9h 0m | €75.17 |
| Portland | 2h 38m | €32.03 |
| Moses Lake | 5h 39m | €75.89 |
| Ellensburg | 4h 33m | €66.46 |
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