What is the cheapest way to get from Ballard to Tacoma?

The cheapest way to get from Ballard to Tacoma is to line 40 bus and bus which costs $6 and takes 1h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ballard to Tacoma?

The fastest way to get from Ballard to Tacoma is to drive which takes 53 min and costs $7 - $11.

Is there a direct bus between Ballard and Tacoma?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballard to Tacoma station. However, there are services departing from 24th Ave NW & NW 65th St and arriving at Commerce St Station - Zone G via Stewart St & 3rd Ave. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 51m.

How far is it from Ballard to Tacoma?

The distance between Ballard and Tacoma is 40 miles. The road distance is 40 miles.

How do I travel from Ballard to Tacoma without a car?

The best way to get from Ballard to Tacoma without a car is to line 40 bus and bus which takes 1h 51m and costs $6.

How long does it take to get from Ballard to Tacoma?

It takes approximately 1h 51m to get from Ballard to Tacoma, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballard to Tacoma bus from?

Ballard to Tacoma bus services, operated by King County Metro, depart from 24th Ave NW & NW 65th St station.

Where does the Ballard to Tacoma bus arrive?

Ballard to Tacoma bus services, operated by King County Metro, arrive at 3rd Ave & Pine St station.

Can I drive from Ballard to Tacoma?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballard to Tacoma is 40 miles. It takes approximately 53 min to drive from Ballard to Tacoma.

Where can I stay near Tacoma?

There are 360+ hotels available in Tacoma.

Ballard to Tacoma - 4 ways to travel via train, line 40 bus, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Ballard to Tacoma by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Line 40 bus, bus
best
1. Take the bus from 24th Ave NW & NW 65th St to 3rd Ave & Pine Stbus 40
2. Take the bus from Stewart St & 3rd Ave to Commerce St Station - Zone Gbus 594 / ...
1h 51m
$6
Line 40 bus, train
1. Take the bus from 24th Ave NW & NW 65th St to 3rd Ave & Pine Stbus 40
2. Take the train from King Street Station to Tacoma Dome Stationtrain S Line
2h 23m
$19–32
Drive 39.8 mi
1. Drive from Ballard to Tacomacar 39.8 mi
53 min
$8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ballard to Tacomataxi 39.8 mi
53 min
$130–160

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Distance: 39.9 mi
Duration: 1h 51m

What companies run services between Ballard, WA, USA and Tacoma, WA, USA?

You can take a bus from 24th Ave NW & NW 65th St to Commerce St Station - Zone G via 3rd Ave & Pine St and Stewart St & 3rd Ave in around 1h 51m.

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