What is the cheapest way to get from Columbia City to Ballard?

The cheapest way to get from Columbia City to Ballard is to drive which costs $2 - $3 and takes 26 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Columbia City to Ballard?

The fastest way to get from Columbia City to Ballard is to taxi which takes 26 min and costs $40 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Columbia City and Ballard?

No, there is no direct bus from Columbia City to Ballard. However, there are services departing from Rainier Ave S & S Edmunds St and arriving at 24th Ave NW & NW 65th St via 4th Ave S & S Jackson St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 13m.

How far is it from Columbia City to Ballard?

The distance between Columbia City and Ballard is 11 miles. The road distance is 11.3 miles.

How do I travel from Columbia City to Ballard without a car?

The best way to get from Columbia City to Ballard without a car is to tram and line 40 bus which takes 59 min and costs $6.

How long does it take to get from Columbia City to Ballard?

It takes approximately 59 min to get from Columbia City to Ballard, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Columbia City to Ballard bus from?

Columbia City to Ballard bus services, operated by King County Metro, depart from Rainier Ave S & S Edmunds St station.

Where does the Columbia City to Ballard bus arrive?

Columbia City to Ballard bus services, operated by King County Metro, arrive at S Jackson St & 5th Ave S station.

Can I drive from Columbia City to Ballard?

Yes, the driving distance between Columbia City to Ballard is 11 miles. It takes approximately 26 min to drive from Columbia City to Ballard.

Where can I stay near Ballard?

There are 1406+ hotels available in Ballard.

Columbia City to Ballard - 5 ways to travel via tram, and line 40 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Columbia City to Ballard by tram, bus, taxi, or car

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Tram, line 40 bus
best
1. Take the tram from Columbia City to Symphonytram 1 Line
2. Take the bus from 3rd Ave & Union St to 24th Ave NW & NW 65th Stbus 40
59 min
$6
Drive 11.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Columbia City to Ballardcar 11.3 mi
26 min
$3
Tram, line 44 bus
1. Take the tram from Columbia City to U Districttram 1 Line
2. Take the bus from NE 45th St & 9th Ave NE to NW Market St & 15th Ave NWbus 44
1h 1m
$6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Columbia City to Ballardtaxi 11.3 mi
26 min
$40–50
Line 7 bus, line 40 bus
1. Take the bus from Rainier Ave S & S Edmunds St to S Jackson St & 5th Ave Sbus 7
2. Take the bus from 4th Ave S & S Jackson St to 24th Ave NW & NW 65th Stbus 40
1h 13m
$6

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Distance: 11.2 mi
Duration: 59 min

What companies run services between Columbia City, WA, USA and Ballard, WA, USA?

You can take a bus from Rainier Ave S & S Edmunds St to 24th Ave NW & NW 65th St via S Jackson St & 5th Ave S and 4th Ave S & S Jackson St in around 1h 13m.

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