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

The cheapest way to get from Yakima to Chelan is to bus via Transit Center which costs $28 - $35 and takes 5h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Yakima to Chelan is to drive which takes 2h 37m and costs $25 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Yakima and Chelan?

No, there is no direct bus from Yakima to Chelan. However, there are services departing from Yakima and arriving at Sanders St and Wapato via Ellensburg and Wenatchee Columbia Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 10m.

How far is it from Yakima to Chelan?

The distance between Yakima and Chelan is 168 miles. The road distance is 138.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Yakima to Chelan without a car is to bus which takes 5h 10m and costs $30 - $120.

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

It takes approximately 5h 10m to get from Yakima to Chelan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Yakima to Chelan bus from?

Yakima to Chelan bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Yakima station.

Where does the Yakima to Chelan bus arrive?

Yakima to Chelan bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Ellensburg station.

Can I drive from Yakima to Chelan?

Yes, the driving distance between Yakima to Chelan is 139 miles. It takes approximately 2h 37m to drive from Yakima to Chelan.

Where can I stay near Chelan?

There are 163+ hotels available in Chelan.

Yakima to Chelan - 3 ways to travel via bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Yakima to Chelan by bus (Flixbus), car, or bus

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 Yakima to Ellensburgbus
2. Take the bus from Ellensburg to Wenatchee Columbia Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Wenatchee Columbia Station to Sanders St and Wapatobus 21
5h 10m
$34–113
Drive 138.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Yakima to Chelancar 138.1 mi
2h 37m
$26–37
Bus via Transit Center
1. Take the bus from Transit Center to Ellensburg - E 11th Ave. & N. Maple Stbus 11 / ...
2. Take the bus from Ellensburg to Wenatchee Columbia Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Wenatchee Columbia Station to Johnson at Chelan City Hallbus 21
5h 27m
$28–33

Yakima to Chelan by bus

7Weekly Buses

5h 10mAverage Duration

$34Cheapest Price

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Distance: 167 mi
Duration: 5h 10m

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

You can take a bus from Yakima to Sanders St and Wapato via Ellensburg and Wenatchee Columbia Station in around 5h 10m.

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