Arc is an EVM-compatible Layer 1 blockchain developed by Circle and designed for stablecoin payments, financial markets and real-time onchain settlement.
The network launched publicly in September 2026 and uses USDC as its gas token.
As activity on Arc grows, users need practical ways to move stablecoins and other supported assets between Arc and established blockchain ecosystems.
Several cross-chain providers already support Arc or provide infrastructure for moving liquidity into the network.
The available options differ in supported assets, source networks, fee models and underlying bridge architecture.
1. Defiway
Best for: Moving USDC and USDT between Arc, major EVM networks, Tron, TON and Solana
Defiway supports two assets for Arc Chain transfers:
- USDC
- USDT
The Arc integration connects with 11 networks:
EVM-compatible networks:
- Ethereum
- BNB Chain
- Polygon
- Arbitrum
- Base
- Optimism
- Linea
- Robinhood Chain
Other supported networks:
- Tron
- TON
- Solana
Transfers are available in both directions.
Users can bridge USDC or USDT into Arc and transfer supported assets back from Arc to another available network.
Defiway applies a fixed 0.2% bridge fee.
Where Defiway Differs
Many Arc interoperability options focus primarily on USDC or EVM ecosystems.
Defiway combines USDC and USDT support with routes involving non-EVM networks such as Tron, TON and Solana.
This makes it useful for:
- Users holding USDC or USDT outside Ethereum
- Users moving stablecoins from Tron
- Solana users
- TON users
- Users moving assets between Arc and Robinhood Chain
- Users who want a fixed bridge fee
- Users managing stablecoin liquidity across multiple ecosystems
Defiway Fees and Speed
Defiway charges a fixed 0.2% bridge service fee.
Blockchain gas fees are separate.
Transfers on many routes can complete in under one minute, although actual time depends on source-chain confirmations and network conditions.
Defiway Advantages
- USDC support
- USDT support
- 11 Arc-connected networks
- Tron support
- TON support
- Solana support
- Robinhood Chain support
- Transfers in both directions
- Fixed 0.2% bridge fee
- One interface for EVM and non-EVM routes
2. Circle USDC Bridge
Best for: Moving native USDC using Circle infrastructure
Circle operates its own USDC Bridge for transferring USDC between supported blockchains.
The bridge uses Circle's Cross-Chain Transfer Protocol, or CCTP.
Instead of locking USDC and issuing an unrelated wrapped token, CCTP burns USDC on the source blockchain and mints native USDC on the destination blockchain.
Arc is supported as both a source and destination within Circle's USDC interoperability infrastructure.
Circle USDC Bridge Advantages
- Built specifically for USDC
- Native USDC transfers
- Arc support
- Circle infrastructure
- No wrapped USDC required
- Multiple supported EVM networks
- Wallet-based interface
- No traditional account required for standard bridge use
Circle USDC Bridge Limitations
The main limitation is asset coverage.
The Circle USDC Bridge is designed for USDC.
Users looking to bridge USDT or move assets from networks not supported by the interface need another route.
Defiway can therefore be more suitable for users specifically moving USDT or transferring stablecoins from networks such as Tron or TON.
3. Across
Best for: Fast USDC transfers and intent-based execution
Across is an intent-based cross-chain protocol with Arc support.
Rather than requiring the user to wait for the full settlement process before receiving funds, Across uses relayers that provide liquidity on the destination network and settle afterward.
Across supports USDC routes into Arc from a broad range of source networks.
Outgoing Arc routes are also available.
Across Limitations
- Arc mainnet support
- USDC routes
- Fast intent-based execution
- Broad EVM coverage
- Routes in both directions
- Relayer-based execution
- Suitable for users prioritizing transfer speed
Across can also route transactions where the user starts with another supported asset and receives USDC on Arc, depending on the live quote and available route.
Across Limitations
Route and token availability depends on current liquidity and the source network.
The fact that Across supports a blockchain does not mean every possible token pair is available between every chain.
Users should always check the live quote before submitting a transaction.
4. Relay
Best for: Fast cross-chain transactions and bridge-and-execute use cases.
Relay is an intent-based cross-chain protocol focused on fast execution.
Relay added support for Arc around the network's public mainnet launch.
Its architecture allows relayers to execute transactions on the destination network while settlement occurs in the background.
This model can reduce the time users spend waiting for conventional cross-chain settlement.
Relay Advantages
- Arc support
- Fast intent-based execution
- Broad general network coverage
- Cross-chain routing
- Bridge-and-execute functionality
- Suitable for application integrations
- Simple user experience
Relay Limitations
Available assets and routes depend on live liquidity.
Users should confirm that Arc appears as an available source or destination for the exact asset they want to transfer before submitting a transaction.
5. deBridge
Best for: Broad multichain routing into Arc
deBridge added Arc support with the launch of Arc public mainnet.
The integration connects Arc with more than 18 blockchains available through deBridge infrastructure.
Unlike a bridge focused on a single stablecoin, deBridge can route a broader range of supported assets and convert them as part of the cross-chain process when an appropriate route is available.
deBridge Advantages
- Arc mainnet integration
- 18+ connected blockchains
- Broad asset routing
- Fast cross-chain execution
- EVM and non-EVM connectivity across its broader network
- Suitable for users entering Arc from different assets and ecosystems
deBridge Limitations
The exact destination asset depends on available routing and liquidity.
A supported blockchain does not automatically mean every asset can be transferred directly to Arc without conversion.
Users should review the final asset, received amount and route before confirming.
6. LI.FI and Jumper
Best for: Comparing and aggregating cross-chain routes
LI.FI is a cross-chain liquidity aggregation and orchestration platform.
Arc support went live alongside the Arc mainnet launch.
Rather than relying on one bridge mechanism, LI.FI can route transactions through integrated bridges, decentralized exchanges and liquidity providers.
Jumper is a consumer-facing interface built on LI.FI infrastructure.
LI.FI and Jumper Advantages
- Arc integration
- Cross-chain bridging into Arc
- Route aggregation
- Access to multiple underlying providers
- Same-chain swaps
- Cross-chain swaps
- Can combine bridging and swapping
- Routes can be compared based on available execution
LI.FI and Jumper Limitations
LI.FI and Jumper are aggregators rather than a single independent bridge mechanism.
The security model, fee structure, execution speed and asset path depend on the underlying provider selected for each transaction.
Users should inspect the actual route rather than evaluating only the final quote.
Comparing Arc Chain Bridge Options
Different Arc bridge providers solve different problems.
Defiway focuses on direct USDC and USDT transfers across its supported network ecosystem, including Tron, TON and Solana.
Circle USDC Bridge focuses specifically on native USDC movement through Circle's CCTP infrastructure.
Across and Relay use intent-based models designed for fast execution.
deBridge provides broad multichain routing.
LI.FI and Jumper aggregate routes from multiple underlying providers.
The most appropriate route depends on:
- Source network
- Destination network
- Asset
- Available liquidity
- Total fees
- Estimated received amount
- Transfer time
- Security model
- Whether an asset conversion is required
Why Arc Bridging Is Different
Arc has one important difference from many other blockchain networks: USDC is also the gas token.
A user who bridges USDC to Arc can immediately use part of the received balance to pay transaction fees.
There is no separate requirement to acquire ETH or another volatile native asset after arriving.
This also means users should avoid sending their entire USDC balance out of Arc if they plan to make another transaction afterward.
Users bridging only USDT should maintain some USDC in the wallet for gas.
Final Thoughts
Arc launched with multiple options for moving liquidity between its ecosystem and other blockchain networks.
Defiway provides USDC and USDT routes between Arc and 11 supported networks, including Ethereum, BNB Chain, Polygon, Arbitrum, Base, Optimism, a href="https://linea.build/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer">Linea, Robinhood Chain, Tron, TON and Solana.
Circle's own USDC Bridge provides a native USDC route through CCTP.
Across and Relay offer intent-based alternatives focused on fast execution.
deBridge connects Arc with a broad multichain ecosystem, while LI.FI and Jumper can aggregate different routes into one interface.
No single bridge is suitable for every transfer.
Users should compare the exact source network, asset, received amount, fees, route and security model before confirming a cross-chain transaction.
