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

The cheapest way to get from Burien to Downtown Seattle is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 15 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Burien to Downtown Seattle is to taxi which takes 15 min and costs $35 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Burien and Downtown Seattle?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ambaum Blvd SW & SW 148th St and arriving at Alaskan Way & Columbia St. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 40 min.

Is there a direct train between Burien and Downtown Seattle?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Tukwila Int'l Blvd and arriving at Pioneer Square. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 33 min.

How far is it from Burien to Downtown Seattle?

The distance between Burien and Downtown Seattle is 13 miles. The road distance is 10.6 miles.

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

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

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

The tram from Tukwila Int'l Blvd to Pioneer Square takes 33 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

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

Burien to Downtown Seattle bus services, operated by King County Metro, depart from Ambaum Blvd SW & SW 148th St station.

Where do I catch the Burien to Downtown Seattle train from?

Burien to Downtown Seattle train services, operated by Sound Transit, depart from Tukwila Int'l Blvd station.

Where does the Burien to Downtown Seattle bus arrive?

Burien to Downtown Seattle bus services, operated by King County Metro, arrive at Alaskan Way & Columbia St station.

Where does the Burien to Downtown Seattle train arrive?

Burien to Downtown Seattle train services, operated by Sound Transit, arrive at Pioneer Square station.

Can I drive from Burien to Downtown Seattle?

Yes, the driving distance between Burien to Downtown Seattle is 11 miles. It takes approximately 15 min to drive from Burien to Downtown Seattle.

Where can I stay near Downtown Seattle?

There are 1562+ hotels available in Downtown Seattle.

Burien to Downtown Seattle - 4 ways to travel via tram, bus, taxi, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Burien to Downtown Seattle by tram, bus, taxi, or car

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Tram
best
1. Take the tram from Tukwila Int'l Blvd to Pioneer Squaretram 1 Line
33 min
$3
Drive 10.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Burien to Downtown Seattlecar 10.5 mi
15 min
$2–3
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ambaum Blvd SW & SW 148th St to Alaskan Way & Columbia Stbus H Line
40 min
$3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Burien to Downtown Seattletaxi 10.5 mi
15 min
$35–45

Burien to Downtown Seattle by tram

815Weekly Trams

33 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 12.5 mi
Duration: 33 min

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

Sound Transit operates a vehicle from Tukwila Int'l Blvd to Pioneer Square every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 33 min. Alternatively, King County Metro operates a bus from Ambaum Blvd SW & SW 148th St to Alaskan Way & Columbia St every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 40 min.

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