What is the cheapest way to get from Alki Beach to South Lake Union?

The cheapest way to get from Alki Beach to South Lake Union is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 16 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Alki Beach to South Lake Union?

The fastest way to get from Alki Beach to South Lake Union is to taxi which takes 16 min and costs $30 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Alki Beach and South Lake Union?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Alki Ave SW & 61st Ave SW and arriving at 3rd Ave & Pine St. Services depart twice daily, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 33 min.

How far is it from Alki Beach to South Lake Union?

The distance between Alki Beach and South Lake Union is 7 miles. The road distance is 8.4 miles.

How do I travel from Alki Beach to South Lake Union without a car?

The best way to get from Alki Beach to South Lake Union without a car is to line 56 bus which takes 33 min and costs $3.

How long does it take to get from Alki Beach to South Lake Union?

The line 56 bus from Alki Ave SW & 61st Ave SW to 3rd Ave & Pine St takes 33 min including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Alki Beach to South Lake Union bus from?

Alki Beach to South Lake Union bus services, operated by King County Metro, depart from Alki Ave SW & 61st Ave SW station.

Where does the Alki Beach to South Lake Union bus arrive?

Alki Beach to South Lake Union bus services, operated by King County Metro, arrive at 3rd Ave & Pine St station.

Can I drive from Alki Beach to South Lake Union?

Yes, the driving distance between Alki Beach to South Lake Union is 8 miles. It takes approximately 16 min to drive from Alki Beach to South Lake Union.

Where can I stay near South Lake Union?

There are 1610+ hotels available in South Lake Union.

Alki Beach to South Lake Union - 4 ways to travel via line 56 bus, taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Alki Beach to South Lake Union by bus, taxi, or car

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Line 56 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Alki Ave SW & 61st Ave SW to 3rd Ave & Pine Stbus 56
33 min
$3
Drive 8.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Alki Beach to South Lake Unioncar 8.3 mi
16 min
$2–3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Alki Beach to South Lake Uniontaxi 8.3 mi
16 min
$30–40
Line 50 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Alki Ave SW & 61st Ave SW to SW Alaska St & 44th Ave SW - Bay 2bus 50
2. Take the bus from SW Alaska St & California Ave SW - Bay 1 to Westlake Ave N & Harrison Stbus C Line
50 min
$6

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Distance: 7.4 mi
Duration: 33 min

What companies run services between Alki Beach, WA, USA and South Lake Union, WA, USA?

King County Metro operates a bus from Alki Ave SW & 61st Ave SW to 3rd Ave & Pine St twice daily. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 33 min.

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