Ellensburg travel guide
Ellensburg Tourism | Ellensburg Guide
You're Going to Love Ellensburg
With a population of 18,174, Ellensburg is a must-see destination in Washington, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Ellensburg to see all of its attractions.
Where to Eat in Ellensburg
If you’re looking for affordable options, The Huntsman Tavern (307 N Pearl St) and Canyon River Grill (14706 State Route 821) are great picks.
When to visit Ellensburg
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Ellensburg in July, when the average temperature is 68 °F, and the highest can go up to 82.4 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 15.8 °F, with an average temperature of 24.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in December, when precipitation is around 1.5″. In contrast, August is usually the driest month of the year in Ellensburg, with an average rainfall of 0.2″.
How to Get to Ellensburg
Plane
Although Ellensburg doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Pasco Tri Cities (PSC), which is located 85 miles from Ellensburg. Pasco Tri Cities is the most popular, with regular flights from Air France, Delta, KLM and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Ellensburg departs from Las Vegas and takes around 2h 37m.
Train
Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Ellensburg. The train journey from Ellensburg to Bellingham takes 2h 26m and costs around $18 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Vancouver, expect to pay about $20 for a 3h 07m trip.
Car
Another option to get to Ellensburg is to pick up a car rental from Seattle, which is about 94 miles from Ellensburg. You’ll find branches of Kyte and Sixt, among others, in Seattle.
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Ellensburg, including Amtrak, FlixBus and Bus. From Bellingham, the bus ride to Ellensburg takes 135 miles and will cost you around $19. From Victoria, the ticket costs about $253 for a journey of 165 miles.
Airlines serving Ellensburg
Where to stay in Ellensburg
If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hampton Inn Ellensburg and Best Western Plus Ellensburg Hotel.
Where to stay in popular areas of Ellensburg
Most booked hotels in Ellensburg
Renting a car in Ellensburg
Renting a car in Ellensburg costs $95 per day, on average.
You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 39% more expensive than at Seattle/Tacoma Intl.
Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Ellensburg (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $47.24 and $62.99. The most frequently booked car type in Ellensburg is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard rental cars (Chevrolet Colorado or similar) are, on average, 30% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.