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Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Tacoma to Grand Forks. Traveling by bus from Tacoma to Grand Forks usually takes around 32 hours and 38 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 32 hours and 30 minutes.
| Distance | 1180 mi (1899 km) |
| Shortest duration | 32h 30m |
| Cheapest price | $131.00 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Tacoma to Grand Forks?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Tacoma to Grand Forks. Greyhound is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greyhound | 2 | 1d 8h 38m | $148.50 |
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 performs about 2 bus trips from Tacoma to Grand Forks every day, with the average journey taking around 32 hours and 38 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Grand Forks usually start from $131.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 32 hours and 38 minutes to cover the 1180 miles from Tacoma to Grand Forks. However, the fastest bus only takes 32 hours and 30 minutes. 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.
The first bus leaves at 9:00pm and the last bus leaves at 9:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Tacoma to Grand Forks, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are usually only 2 buses per day from Tacoma to Grand Forks. However, neither bus offers direct service, so you will have to get off your original vehicle to transfer buses during the trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Tacoma to Grand Forks; ticket prices start at $166.00.
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 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 Grand Forks?
Main arrival station: Univ Of North Dakota
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Grand Forks.
All bus stations in Grand Forks:
Univ Of North Dakota
450 Kittson Ave
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