How to Bridge from Polygon to Base

Can I Bridge from Polygon to Base?

Yes, you can bridge assets from Polygon to Base using a cross-chain bridge that supports both. Connect your wallet to Polygon, select a compatible bridge, choose the asset (e.g. ETH or USDC), and approve the transfer. Check fees and processing times before confirming.

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How to Bridge from Polygon to Base

To move assets from Polygon to Base, use a cross-chain bridge that supports both networks. Rhino.fi is a trusted option, processing $4.45 billion in transactions across 5 million+ transfers for over 2 million users. It supports ETH, MATIC (POL), USDC, and other assets with fast and secure bridging.

Steps to Bridge from Polygon to Base:

1. Go to Rhino.fi: Visit Rhino.fi and connect your MetaMask wallet, set to the Polygon network.
2. Select Networks and Token: – Choose Polygon as the source, Base as the destination, and select your asset (e.g. ETH).
3. Enter Amount: Specify how much to transfer and approve the transaction in MetaMask.
4. Confirm Transfer: Complete the process and wait for assets to arrive on Base, typically within minutes.

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What are the Bridging Fees?

Bridging from Polygon to Base through Rhino.fi costs a 0.19% transaction fee, with gas fees typically a few cents. Polygon transactions require MATIC for gas, while Base transactions need ETH.

Before confirming, Rhino.fi displays a full fee breakdown so users can get a clear view of their costs.

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Alternative Polygon to Base Bridges

If Rhino.fi isn’t the right fit, these bridges also support Polygon to Base transfers:

• Across Protocol: Designed for fast, low-cost transfers across EVM-compatible networks, leveraging an intents-based architecture.
• Stargate Finance: Best for large stablecoin transfers (USDC, USDT), offering deep liquidity and near-instant finality for high-volume transactions.
• Synapse: A trusted alternative that has processed over $40 billion in transactions, however has higher fees of up to 0.2% per swap.

Each bridge varies in speed, cost, and liquidity, so choose based on your priorities.

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Final Thoughts

Moving assets from Polygon to Base is simple with the right bridge. Rhino.fi offers low fees and fast transfers, while Across, Stargate, and Synapse offer different advantages like liquidity for stablecoins and security based on varying architectures.

Always check costs, speed, and asset support before selecting a bridge.