What is the cheapest way to get from Seattle to Chelan?

The cheapest way to get from Seattle to Chelan is to bus via Seattle, WA which costs $29 - $45 and takes 6h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Seattle to Chelan?

The fastest way to get from Seattle to Chelan is to drive which takes 3h 33m and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Seattle and Chelan?

No, there is no direct bus from Seattle to Chelan. However, there are services departing from Seattle Greyhound and arriving at Johnson at Chelan City Hall via Wenatchee Columbia Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 16m.

How far is it from Seattle to Chelan?

The distance between Seattle and Chelan is 194 miles. The road distance is 171.7 miles.

How do I travel from Seattle to Chelan without a car?

The best way to get from Seattle to Chelan without a car is to bus which takes 5h 16m and costs $30 - $70.

How long does it take to get from Seattle to Chelan?

It takes approximately 5h 16m to get from Seattle to Chelan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Seattle to Chelan bus from?

Seattle to Chelan bus services, operated by Northwestern Stages, depart from Seattle Greyhound station.

Where does the Seattle to Chelan bus arrive?

Seattle to Chelan bus services, operated by Northwestern Stages, arrive at Columbia Station.

Can I drive from Seattle to Chelan?

Yes, the driving distance between Seattle to Chelan is 172 miles. It takes approximately 3h 33m to drive from Seattle to Chelan.

Where can I stay near Chelan?

There are 176+ hotels available in Chelan.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Seattle to Chelan by bus, train, car, plane, or bus (Amtrak)

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Seattle Greyhound to Columbia StationTacoma
2. Take the bus from Wenatchee Columbia Station to Johnson at Chelan City Hall21
5h 16m
$32–66
Bus via Seattle, WA
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Seattle, WA to Wenatchee Columbia StationTacoma
2. Take the bus from Wenatchee Columbia Station to Johnson at Chelan City Hall21
6h 16m
$29–45
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Seattle to Wenatchee AmtrakEmpire Builder
2. Take the bus from Wenatchee Columbia Station to Sanders St and Wapato21
5h 41m
$70–383
Drive 170.7 mi
1. Drive from Seattle to Chelan170.7 mi
3h 33m
$32–45
Fly, bus
1. Fly from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Wenatchee (EAT)SEA - EAT
2. Take the bus from Wenatchee Columbia Station to Johnson at Chelan City Hall
5h 22m
$34–243

Seattle to Chelan by bus

14Weekly Buses

5h 16mAverage Duration

$32Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 193.3 mi
Duration: 5h 16m

What companies run services between Seattle, WA, USA and Chelan, WA, USA?

You can take a bus from Seattle Greyhound to Johnson at Chelan City Hall via Wenatchee Columbia Station in around 5h 16m.

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