What is the cheapest way to get from Forks to Tacoma?

The cheapest way to get from Forks to Tacoma is to bus and ferry which costs $20 - $45 and takes 6h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Forks to Tacoma?

The fastest way to get from Forks to Tacoma is to drive which takes 3h 27m and costs $29 - $45.

How far is it from Forks to Tacoma?

The distance between Forks and Tacoma is 167 miles. The road distance is 161.5 miles.

How do I travel from Forks to Tacoma without a car?

The best way to get from Forks to Tacoma without a car is to bus via Poulsbo which takes 6h 34m and costs $45.

How long does it take to get from Forks to Tacoma?

It takes approximately 6h 34m to get from Forks to Tacoma, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Forks to Tacoma bus from?

Forks to Tacoma bus services, operated by Clallam Transit, depart from Tillicum Park and Forks Avenue station.

Where does the Forks to Tacoma bus arrive?

Forks to Tacoma bus services, operated by Clallam Transit, arrive at Port Angeles Gateway Transit Center station.

Can I drive from Forks to Tacoma?

Yes, the driving distance between Forks to Tacoma is 161 miles. It takes approximately 3h 27m to drive from Forks to Tacoma.

Where can I stay near Tacoma?

There are 364+ hotels available in Tacoma.

Forks to Tacoma - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, and ferry

Q: Is there a direct bus between Forks and Tacoma?

No, there is no direct bus from Forks to Tacoma. However, there are services departing from Tillicum Park and Forks Avenue and arriving at 6th Ave & Ainsworth St via Port Angeles Gateway Transit Center, North Viking Transit Center, AM/PM Viking Way and 6th Ave & Mildred St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 34m.

There are 4 ways to get from Forks to Tacoma by bus, car, or ferry

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Bus via Poulsbo
best
1. Take the bus from Tillicum Park and Forks Avenue to Port Angeles Gateway Transit Center14
2. Take the bus from Port Angeles Gateway Transit Center to N. Viking Transit Center
3. Take the bus from AM/PM Viking Way to Tacoma, WA
6h 34m
$45
Bus, ferry
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Tillicum Park and Forks Avenue to Port Angeles Gateway Transit Center14
2. Take the bus from Port Angeles Gateway Transit Center to Bainbridge Ferry Terminal
3. Take the ferry from Bainbridge Island to Seattle
4. Take the bus from 2nd Ave & Yesler Way to Commerce St Station - Zone G594
6h 41m
$20–42
Drive 160.6 mi
1. Drive from Forks to Tacoma160.6 mi
3h 27m
$30–43
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tillicum Park and Forks Avenue to Port Angeles Gateway Transit Center14
2. Take the bus from Port Angeles Gateway Transit Center to Seattle Greyhound Station
3. Take the bus from Bus Wy & Royal Brougham St to Pacific Ave & S 14th St590 / ...
6h 56m
$63–83

Forks to Tacoma by bus, ferry, and foot

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Distance: 166 mi
Duration: 6h 34m

What companies run services between Forks, WA, USA and Tacoma, WA, USA?

You can take a bus from Tillicum Park and Forks Avenue to 6th Ave & Ainsworth St via Port Angeles Gateway Transit Center, North Viking Transit Center, Viking Ave at Hwy 308, AM/PM Viking Way, and 6th Ave & Mildred St in around 6h 34m.

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