What is the cheapest way to get from Ballard to Downtown Seattle?

The cheapest way to get from Ballard to Downtown Seattle is to drive which costs $1 - $2 and takes 15 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Ballard to Downtown Seattle?

The fastest way to get from Ballard to Downtown Seattle is to taxi which takes 15 min and costs $23 - $28.

Is there a direct bus between Ballard and Downtown Seattle?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from 15th Ave NW & NW 65th St and arriving at 3rd Ave & Seneca St. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 33 min.

How far is it from Ballard to Downtown Seattle?

The distance between Ballard and Downtown Seattle is 6 miles. The road distance is 6.2 miles.

How do I travel from Ballard to Downtown Seattle without a car?

The best way to get from Ballard to Downtown Seattle without a car is to bus which takes 33 min and costs $3.

How long does it take to get from Ballard to Downtown Seattle?

The bus from 15th Ave NW & NW 65th St to 3rd Ave & Seneca St takes 33 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Ballard to Downtown Seattle bus from?

Ballard to Downtown Seattle bus services, operated by King County Metro, depart from 15th Ave NW & NW 65th St station.

Where does the Ballard to Downtown Seattle bus arrive?

Ballard to Downtown Seattle bus services, operated by King County Metro, arrive at 3rd Ave & Seneca St station.

Can I drive from Ballard to Downtown Seattle?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballard to Downtown Seattle is 6 miles. It takes approximately 15 min to drive from Ballard to Downtown Seattle.

Where can I stay near Downtown Seattle?

There are 1486+ hotels available in Downtown Seattle.

Ballard to Downtown Seattle - 3 ways to travel via bus, taxi, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Ballard to Downtown Seattle by bus, taxi, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from 15th Ave NW & NW 65th St to 3rd Ave & Seneca Stbus D Line
33 min
$3
Drive 6.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ballard to Downtown Seattlecar 6.2 mi
15 min
$2
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ballard to Downtown Seattletaxi 6.2 mi
15 min
$23–28

Ballard to Downtown Seattle by bus

736Weekly Buses

33 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 6 mi
Duration: 33 min

What companies run services between Ballard, WA, USA and Downtown Seattle, WA, USA?

King County Metro operates a bus from 15th Ave NW & NW 65th St to 3rd Ave & Seneca St every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 33 min.

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