What is the cheapest way to get from Portland to Yelm?

The cheapest way to get from Portland to Yelm is to drive which costs $21 - $35 and takes 2h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Portland to Yelm?

The fastest way to get from Portland to Yelm is to drive which takes 2h 9m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Portland and Yelm?

No, there is no direct bus from Portland to Yelm. However, there are services departing from Portland Curbside Bus Stop and arriving at Yelm Ave at 3rd St via Olympia Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 11m.

How far is it from Portland to Yelm?

The distance between Portland and Yelm is 125 miles. The road distance is 118.7 miles.

How do I travel from Portland to Yelm without a car?

The best way to get from Portland to Yelm without a car is to train which takes 2h 36m and costs $24 - $60.

How long does it take to get from Portland to Yelm?

It takes approximately 2h 36m to get from Portland to Yelm, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portland to Yelm bus from?

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

Train or bus from Portland to Yelm?

The best way to get from Portland to Yelm is to train which takes 2h 36m and costs $24 - $60. Alternatively, you can bus and line 94 bus, which costs $26 - $45 and takes 3h 11m.

Where does the Portland to Yelm bus arrive?

Portland to Yelm bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Olympia station.

Can I drive from Portland to Yelm?

Yes, the driving distance between Portland to Yelm is 119 miles. It takes approximately 2h 9m to drive from Portland to Yelm.

Where can I stay near Yelm?

There are 60+ hotels available in Yelm.

Portland to Yelm - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 94 bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Portland to Yelm by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus), or car

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

Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Portland to Olympia-Lacey Amtrak StationAmtrak Cascades / ...
2h 36m
$24–59
Drive 118 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Portland to Yelm118 mi
2h 9m
$22–32
Bus, line 94 bus
1. Take the bus from Portland Curbside Bus Stop to OlympiaFlixBus 2120 / ...
2. Take the bus from Olympia Transit Center to Yelm Ave at 3rd St94
3h 11m
$26–41

Portland to Yelm by train and bus (Amtrak)

49Weekly Services

2h 36mAverage Duration

$24Cheapest Price

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Distance: 124.5 mi
Duration: 2h 36m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Portland to Olympia-Lacey Amtrak Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost $23–60 and the journey takes 1h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Portland Curbside Bus Stop to Yelm Ave at 3rd St via Olympia Transit Center in around 3h 11m.

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