How to Bridge from Ethereum to Arbitrum

Can I Bridge from Ethereum to Arbitrum?

Yes, you can transfer assets from Ethereum to Arbitrum using the official Arbitrum Bridge or a trusted cross-chain bridge for broader asset support.

Simply connect your Ethereum wallet (e.g. MetaMask), select Ethereum as the source and Arbitrum as the destination, approve the transfer, and your assets will be ready for DeFi, trading, and other onchain activities.

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How to Bridge from Ethereum to Arbitrum

The fastest and most reliable way to bridge assets from Ethereum to Arbitrum is deBridge, a cross-chain bridge with 100% uptime and instant finality. With $8 billion+ in processed transactions, deBridge ensures secure, low-cost transfers across major networks.

Steps to Bridge from Ethereum to Arbitrum Using deBridge:

1. Connect Your Wallet: Visit deBridge and link your Ethereum wallet, such as MetaMask.
2. Select Networks and Asset: Choose Ethereum as the source and Arbitrum as the destination. Pick the token you want to transfer, like ETH or USDC.
3. Confirm and Approve: Enter the amount, approve the transaction in your wallet, and confirm the bridge request.
4. Receive Funds on Arbitrum: The transfer completes in under a minute, making your assets instantly available for trading, DeFi, and onchain applications.

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What are the Bridging Fees?

Transferring assets from Ethereum to Arbitrum using deBridge comes with two main costs:

• Bridge Fee: A flat 0.001 ETH per transaction.
• Gas Fees: Ethereum gas fees vary with network demand, typically ranging from $5 to $15, but can spike during congestion. On Arbitrum, transaction costs drop to under $0.10 per transfer, thanks to its Layer 2 efficiency.

By using deBridge, users can move assets securely while benefiting from Arbitrum’s low transaction costs and faster finality.

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Alternative ETH to Arbitrum Bridges

If deBridge isn’t the right fit, these cross-chain bridges also support Ethereum to Arbitrum transfers:

• Rhino.fi: Supports 17+ networks, including Arbitrum. It has processed $2 billion+ in transfers but charges a 0.19% fee, making it a pricier option.
• Synapse: A well-established bridge with $40 billion+ in transactions. Reliable but comes with a 0.2% swap fee, which is higher than some alternatives.
• Across Protocol: The fastest, lowest-cost bridge using cross-chain intents for near-instant execution. It has processed $18B+ in transactions with sub-minute fills and ETH transfers under $1.

Each bridge varies in speed, cost, and liquidity, so the best choice depends on your priorities.

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Final Thoughts

If you're bridging from Ethereum to Arbitrum, deBridge is the fastest and most reliable option, offering instant finality and low fees.

For alternative choices, Rhino.fi, Synapse, and Across Protocol each provide different trade-offs in cost and speed. Before transferring, compare fees and execution times to find the best fit for your needs.