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Journey Information
There is one daily bus from Albany to Tacoma. Traveling by bus from Albany to Tacoma usually takes around 5 hours and 10 minutes, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
| Distance | 184 mi (295 km) |
| Shortest duration | 5h 10m |
| Cheapest price | $38.00 |
| Most frequent service | BoltBus |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Albany to Tacoma?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Albany to Tacoma. BoltBus 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| BoltBus | 1 | 5h 10m | $39.55 |
Book BoltBus from Albany to Tacoma from $38. Typically there is one BoltBus schedule per day from Albany to Tacoma and you can expect on average to pay for a BoltBus ticket to Tacoma. In Albany, BoltBus departs to Tacoma from 112 SW 10th Ave . In Tacoma, BoltBus arrives at Bus Terminal .
An average trip on BoltBus from Albany to Tacoma takes 5 hours and 10 minutes .
On weekends, BoltBus offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay for a one way ticket for your weekend getaway trip to Tacoma.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 5 hours and 10 minutes to cover the 184 miles from Albany to Tacoma. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road 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.
Because many passengers travel from Albany to Tacoma at the beginning of the work week, Monday is usually the busiest day for buses. If you are planning to travel on a Monday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Sunday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded buses to Tacoma, book your ticket for the last day of the week.
There is usually only one bus per day from Albany to Tacoma. It leaves the station in Albany at 1:00pm 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 Albany to Tacoma. However, it is not a direct bus, so you will have to get off your original vehicle to change buses during the trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Albany, OR to Tacoma, WA; ticket prices start at $34.00.
City Information
Albany
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Albany is an Oregon city located halfway between Portland and Eugene, just south of the state capital, Salem. To get a feel for the town's history, visit Monteith House and Albany Regional Museum, both of which house artifacts from the 19th century when Oregon was a growing destination for pioneers.
Thanks to its location in the Willamette Valley, Albany is near many top-rated wineries and vineyards like Springhill Cellars and Delfino Fine Wines. Oregon's beer culture also shines in Albany, at breweries including Calapooia Brewing Co. and The Garage, with 54 drinks on tap downtown. Albany also has many excellent restaurants, with specialties ranging from Italian to Hungarian dishes.
Many bus routes serve Albany, the most useful of which are ATS (Albany Transit System) for travel within the local area and Amtrak Thruway for intercity travel. Amtrak's Coast Starlight between LA and Seattle and the Cascades from Vancouver to Eugene both stop in Albany for easy rail connections up and down the coast.
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
Where does the bus leave from in Albany?
Main departure station: 112 SW 10th Ave
Most buses depart from the main station in Albany.
All bus stations in Albany:
112 SW 10th Ave
Where does the bus arrive in Tacoma?
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Link to image attributionMain arrival 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
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