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Hyperliquid to Optimism Bridge

The withdraw button in Hyperliquid sends USDC to Arbitrum. To receive funds directly on Optimism, use Circle CCTP or bridges that work with Hyperliquid directly.

Reviewed October 31, 2026 ยท 5 solutions checked

On this page
  1. Where to transfer
  2. Short answer
  3. Why this route is difficult
  4. Possible approaches
  5. Options compared
  6. Working solutions
  7. How to move Hyperliquid to Optimism
  8. Fees and timing
  9. Common mistakes
  10. Before you transfer
  11. FAQ
  12. Related routes

Where to transfer

Services that handle this route, with links to their official sites.

Short answer

The standard Hyperliquid withdrawal sends USDC to Arbitrum for a 1 USDC fee. If you need the money on Optimism, you can either withdraw to Arbitrum and then to Optimism, or pick a route to Optimism right away.

Circle says withdrawals work to any CCTP chain, and Optimism is one of them. That way you receive native Circle USDC on Optimism. Relay, Across and deBridge also move funds from Hyperliquid to Optimism, usually from the or spot balance.

The recipient address on Optimism is the same 0x address as your Hyperliquid wallet. on Optimism is paid in ETH, so it helps to have a little ETH for your next steps.

Key facts
Direct official bridgeNo, the standard withdrawal goes to Arbitrum
Native USDCVia Circle CCTP
Standard withdrawal fee1 USDC
Gas on OptimismETH
Gas on HyperEVMHYPE

Why this route is difficult

Hyperliquid is a separate blockchain, while Optimism is an Ethereum . Hyperliquid's own bridge only connects it to Arbitrum.

That is why withdrawals straight to Optimism use CCTP and bridges that work with Hyperliquid.

Possible approaches

1Native USDC via CCTP

Circle burns USDC on Hyperliquid and mints it on Optimism.

Trade-offUSDC only, usually through a CCTP app.

2Intent bridge

A or sends tokens on Optimism right away and then collects your funds on Hyperliquid.

Trade-offFast and you can receive ETH directly, but the fee depends on the quote.

3Via Arbitrum

Withdraw USDC to Arbitrum with the button, then bridge to Optimism with any bridge.

Trade-offTwo steps and two sets of fees.

Options compared

OptionYou getTypical timeCostBest for
Circle CCTPNative USDC on OptimismDepends on app and modeApp fee, if anyUSDC on the HyperCore balance
Intent bridge (Relay, Across, deBridge)USDC, ETH or another token on OptimismSeconds to minutesBridge fee in the quoteIf you want ETH on Optimism right away
Withdraw to Arbitrum, then bridge to OptimismUSDC on OptimismTwo transfers1 USDC plus the second bridge feeIf you prefer the withdraw button

Working solutions

SolutionYou receiveCustody / verificationNotes
Circle CCTPNative USDC on OptimismCircle Circle says HyperCore withdrawals work to any CCTP chain. Hyperliquid's docs call CCTP the preferred method.
RelayUSDC, ETH or another token on OptimismSolver fronts fundsSupports Hyperliquid as a source. Check which balance is debited.
AcrossUSDC or ETH on OptimismRelayer fronts fundsWorks with HyperEVM. Fee and time are shown in the quote.
deBridgeTokens on OptimismSolver fronts fundsWorks with HyperEVM. Can swap into the token you need on Optimism.
LI.FIDepends on the chosen bridgeDepends on the chosen bridgeThe shows several routes. Check which bridge is selected.

How to move Hyperliquid to Optimism

bridge or CCTP app

  1. 1

    Check your balance

    USDC backing open positions cannot be withdrawn. Close positions or leave their margin on the account.

  2. 2

    Open the bridge

    Go to the official site of a CCTP app, Relay, Across or deBridge. Choose Hyperliquid as the source and Optimism as the destination.

  3. 3

    Check which balance is used

    Some bridges only work with the HyperEVM or spot balance. If needed, move USDC inside Hyperliquid first.

  4. 4

    Compare and sign

    Check the amount you receive on Optimism and the fee, verify the address and confirm the transfer.

  5. 5

    Confirm receipt

    Find the transaction in a Optimism explorer and make sure the right token arrived.

Fees and timing

The standard withdrawal to Arbitrum costs 1 USDC. Going via Arbitrum adds a second bridge fee.

Direct routes to Optimism include the fee in the quote. Compare the final amount.

Common mistakes

  • Expecting the Hyperliquid withdraw button to send funds to Optimism. It sends to Arbitrum.
  • Withdrawing USDC that backs open positions.
  • Starting a bridge from the HyperEVM balance while the USDC sits on the HyperCore trading account, or the other way round.
  • Ending up on Optimism with no ETH, so the next transfer cannot be paid for.

Before you transfer

  • Send a small amount first if you use the route for the first time.
  • Check which Hyperliquid balance the funds are taken from.
  • Open bridges and Hyperliquid only from official addresses.

Frequently asked questions

Yes, through CCTP or bridges such as Relay, Across and deBridge. The standard withdraw button sends to Arbitrum.

A regular 0x address. Usually it is the same wallet as on Hyperliquid.

Only if the transfer starts from the HyperEVM balance, where gas is paid in HYPE.