Arbitrum to Base
Arbitrum to Base bridge
Start with Arbitrum and Base selected. Choose the exact asset and amount in the live bridge to compare the current executable route.
- direct Arbitrum-to-Base selection
- ETH and USDC routes when quoted
- expected output before signing
- current route and network costs
Compare Arbitrum to Base costs
A route should be compared using what arrives on Base after the current route and estimated network costs, not only a single displayed fee.
- expected Base amount
- minimum received
- estimated source gas
- current route costs and time
ETH and USDC routes
Arbitrum and Base both use ETH for gas, while their USDC contracts remain chain-specific. Confirm the exact source and destination assets before signing.
- native ETH is separate from WETH
- USDC contracts differ by network
- keep enough Arbitrum ETH for source gas
Bridge in three clear steps
- Open the preselected Arbitrum to Base route.
- Choose ETH, USDC or another currently supported asset and enter the amount.
- Compare the live output and costs, then sign on Arbitrum.
Frequently asked questions
what is the cheapest Arbitrum to Base bridge?
the lowest-cost route can change with the asset, amount, liquidity and network conditions. compare the current expected output and total costs instead of relying on a fixed ranking.
can i bridge ETH from Arbitrum to Base?
yes when the native ETH pair returns a current executable quote for the amount entered.
can i bridge USDC from Arbitrum to Base?
yes when the selected Arbitrum and Base USDC contracts have a current route with sufficient liquidity.