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

The cheapest way to get from Sandpoint to Lake Chelan is to drive which costs $40 - $60 and takes 4h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sandpoint to Lake Chelan is to drive which takes 4h 35m and costs $40 - $60.

How far is it from Sandpoint to Lake Chelan?

The distance between Sandpoint and Lake Chelan is 278 miles. The road distance is 223.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sandpoint to Lake Chelan without a car is to train and bus which takes 7h 33m and costs $30 - $110.

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

It takes approximately 7h 33m to get from Sandpoint to Lake Chelan, including transfers.

Can I drive from Sandpoint to Lake Chelan?

Yes, the driving distance between Sandpoint to Lake Chelan is 224 miles. It takes approximately 4h 35m to drive from Sandpoint to Lake Chelan.

Where can I stay near Lake Chelan?

There are 180+ hotels available in Lake Chelan.

Sandpoint to Lake Chelan - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Sandpoint to Lake Chelan by train, bus, 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, bus
best
1. Take the train from Sandpoint Station to Wenatchee Amtraktrain Empire Builder
2. Take the bus from Wenatchee Columbia Station to US 97A and Waterbus 21
7h 33m
$31–102
Train, bus via Spokane
1. Take the train from Sandpoint Station to Spokanetrain
2. Take the bus from Spokane to Columbia Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Wenatchee Columbia Station to US 97A and Waterbus 21
7h 52m
$46–110
Drive 222.2 mi
1. Drive from Sandpoint to Lake Chelancar 222.2 mi
4h 35m
$41–59

Sandpoint to Lake Chelan by train, bus, and foot

11Weekly Services

7h 33mAverage Duration

$31Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Sandpoint to Lake Chelan.

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Distance: 276.2 mi
Duration: 7h 33m

What companies run services between Sandpoint, ID, USA and Lake Chelan, WA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Sandpoint to Lake Chelan. However, you can take the train to Wenatchee Amtrak, walk to Wenatchee, Columbia Station, take the bus to US 97A and Water, then walk to Lake Chelan. Alternatively, you can take a train from Sandpoint Station to Lake Chelan via Spokane, Spokane, Wenatchee Columbia Station, and US 97A and Water in around 7h 52m.

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