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

The cheapest way to get from Yelm to Tacoma is to drive which costs $5 - $8 and takes 45 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Yelm to Tacoma is to drive which takes 45 min and costs $5 - $8.

Is there a direct bus between Yelm and Tacoma?

No, there is no direct bus from Yelm to Tacoma. However, there are services departing from Yelm Ave at 3rd St and arriving at Tacoma via Olympia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 34m.

How far is it from Yelm to Tacoma?

The distance between Yelm and Tacoma is 52 miles. The road distance is 27.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Yelm to Tacoma without a car is to line 94 bus and bus which takes 2h 34m and costs $12 - $40.

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

It takes approximately 2h 34m to get from Yelm to Tacoma, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Yelm to Tacoma bus from?

Yelm to Tacoma bus services, operated by Intercity Transit, depart from Yelm Ave at 3rd St station.

Where does the Yelm to Tacoma bus arrive?

Yelm to Tacoma bus services, operated by Intercity Transit, arrive at Olympia Transit Center station.

Can I drive from Yelm to Tacoma?

Yes, the driving distance between Yelm to Tacoma is 28 miles. It takes approximately 45 min to drive from Yelm to Tacoma.

Where can I stay near Tacoma?

There are 364+ hotels available in Tacoma.

Yelm to Tacoma - 4 ways to travel via line 94 bus, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Yelm to Tacoma by bus (Flixbus), car, taxi, 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.

Line 94 bus, bus
best
1. Take the bus from Yelm Ave at 3rd St to Olympia Transit Center94
2. Take the bus from Olympia to TacomaFlixBus 2120 / ...
2h 34m
$12–38
Line 94 bus, bus via SR 512 P&R - Zone J
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Yelm Ave at 3rd St to Olympia Transit Center94
2. Take the bus from Olympia Transit Center to SR512 Park & Ride - Zone G610 / ...
3h
$4–8
Drive 27.4 mi
1. Drive from Yelm to Tacoma27.4 mi
45 min
$5–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Yelm to Tacoma27.4 mi
45 min
$90–110

Yelm to Tacoma by bus

14Weekly Buses

2h 34mAverage Duration

$12Cheapest Price

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Distance: 51.7 mi
Duration: 2h 34m

What companies run services between Yelm, WA, USA and Tacoma, WA, USA?

You can take a bus from Yelm Ave at 3rd St to Tacoma via Olympia in around 2h 34m.

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