What is the cheapest way to get from Portland to Lake Chelan?

The cheapest way to get from Portland to Lake Chelan is to drive which costs $55 - $85 and takes 6h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Portland to Lake Chelan?

The fastest way to get from Portland to Lake Chelan is to fly and bus which takes 5h 11m and costs $35 - $310.

Is there a direct bus between Portland and Lake Chelan?

No, there is no direct bus from Portland to Lake Chelan. However, there are services departing from Portland Curbside Bus Stop and arriving at US 97A and Water via Seattle Greyhound and Wenatchee Columbia Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 56m.

How far is it from Portland to Lake Chelan?

The distance between Portland and Lake Chelan is 228 miles. The road distance is 315.8 miles.

How do I travel from Portland to Lake Chelan without a car?

The best way to get from Portland to Lake Chelan without a car is to bus via Seattle which takes 9h 56m and costs $50 - $130.

How long does it take to get from Portland to Lake Chelan?

It takes approximately 5h 11m to get from Portland to Lake Chelan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portland to Lake Chelan bus from?

Portland to Lake Chelan bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Portland Curbside Bus Stop station.

Where does the Portland to Lake Chelan bus arrive?

Portland to Lake Chelan bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Seattle Bus Station.

Can I drive from Portland to Lake Chelan?

Yes, the driving distance between Portland to Lake Chelan is 316 miles. It takes approximately 6h 3m to drive from Portland to Lake Chelan.

Where can I stay near Lake Chelan?

There are 472+ hotels available in Lake Chelan.

Portland to Lake Chelan - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Portland to Lake Chelan by plane, bus, bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), train, car, or bus (Flixbus)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly, bus
best
1. Fly from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Wenatchee (EAT)plane PDX - EAT
2. Take the bus from Wenatchee Columbia Station to US 97A and Waterbus
5h 11m
$38–303
Bus via Seattle
1. Take the bus from Portland Curbside Bus Stop to Seattle Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Seattle Greyhound to Columbia Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Wenatchee Columbia Station to US 97A and Waterbus 21
9h 56m
$53–128
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Portland to Seattletrain
2. Take the train from Seattle to Wenatchee Amtraktrain
3. Take the bus from Wenatchee Columbia Station to US 97A and Waterbus 21
10h 12m
$89–201
Drive 313.9 mi
1. Drive from Portland to Lake Chelancar 313.9 mi
6h 3m
$58–83
Bus
1. Take the bus from Portland Curbside Bus Stop to Ellensburgbus
2. Take the bus from Ellensburg to Wenatchee Columbia Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Wenatchee Columbia Station to US 97A and Waterbus 21
10h 36m
$64–94

Portland to Lake Chelan by bus and foot

14Weekly Services

9h 56mAverage Duration

$53Cheapest Price

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Distance: 226.3 mi
Duration: 5h 11m

What companies run services between Portland, OR, USA and Lake Chelan, WA, USA?

You can take a bus from Portland Curbside Bus Stop to Lake Chelan via Seattle Bus Station, Seattle Greyhound, Wenatchee Columbia Station, and US 97A and Water in around 9h 56m.

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