What is the cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Kirkland?

The cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Kirkland is to drive which costs $4 - $7 and takes 33 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Des Moines to Kirkland?

The fastest way to get from Des Moines to Kirkland is to drive which takes 33 min and costs $4 - $7.

Is there a direct bus between Des Moines and Kirkland?

No, there is no direct bus from Des Moines to Kirkland. However, there are services departing from Marine View Dr S & S 223rd St and arriving at Kirkland Transit Center - Bay 2 via Burien TC - Bay 5 and Bellevue Transit Center - Bay 10. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 10m.

How far is it from Des Moines to Kirkland?

The distance between Des Moines and Kirkland is 33 miles. The road distance is 24.9 miles.

How do I travel from Des Moines to Kirkland without a car?

The best way to get from Des Moines to Kirkland without a car is to tram and line 255 bus which takes 1h 39m and costs $9.

How long does it take to get from Des Moines to Kirkland?

It takes approximately 1h 39m to get from Des Moines to Kirkland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Des Moines to Kirkland bus from?

Des Moines to Kirkland bus services, operated by Sound Transit, depart from Burien TC - Bay 5 station.

Where does the Des Moines to Kirkland bus arrive?

Des Moines to Kirkland bus services, operated by Sound Transit, arrive at Bellevue TC - Bay 7 station.

Can I drive from Des Moines to Kirkland?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Moines to Kirkland is 25 miles. It takes approximately 33 min to drive from Des Moines to Kirkland.

Where can I stay near Kirkland?

There are 1470+ hotels available in Kirkland.

Des Moines to Kirkland - 4 ways to travel via tram, and line 255 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Des Moines to Kirkland by tram, bus, car, or taxi

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Tram, line 255 bus
best
1. Take the tram from Kent Des Moines to Univ of Washingtontram 1 Line
2. Take the bus from NE Pacific St & Montlake Blvd NE - Bay 1 to 108th Ave NE & NE 68th Stbus 255
1h 39m
$9
Drive 24.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Des Moines to Kirklandcar 24.8 mi
33 min
$5–7
Line 560 bus, line 250 bus
1. Take the bus from Burien TC - Bay 5 to Bellevue TC - Bay 7bus 560
2. Take the bus from Bellevue Transit Center - Bay 10 to Kirkland Transit Center - Bay 2bus 250
2h 10m
$9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Des Moines to Kirklandtaxi 24.8 mi
33 min
$80–100

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Distance: 32.6 mi
Duration: 1h 39m

What companies run services between Des Moines, WA, USA and Kirkland, WA, USA?

You can take a bus from Marine View Dr S & S 223rd St to Kirkland Transit Center - Bay 2 via Burien TC - Bay 5, Bellevue TC - Bay 7, and Bellevue Transit Center - Bay 10 in around 2h 10m.

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