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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Downtown Seattle and Bellevue?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from 2nd Ave & Seneca St and arriving at Bellevue Way NE & Main St. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 26 min.

Is there a direct train between Downtown Seattle and Bellevue?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Symphony and arriving at East Main. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 22 min.

How far is it from Downtown Seattle to Bellevue?

The distance between Downtown Seattle and Bellevue is 10 miles. The road distance is 10 miles.

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

The best way to get from Downtown Seattle to Bellevue without a car is to tram which takes 22 min and costs $3.

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

The tram from Symphony to East Main takes 22 min including transfers and departs hourly.

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

Downtown Seattle to Bellevue bus services, operated by Sound Transit, depart from 2nd Ave & Seneca St station.

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

Downtown Seattle to Bellevue train services, operated by Sound Transit, depart from Symphony station.

Where does the Downtown Seattle to Bellevue bus arrive?

Downtown Seattle to Bellevue bus services, operated by Sound Transit, arrive at Bellevue Way NE & Main St station.

Where does the Downtown Seattle to Bellevue train arrive?

Downtown Seattle to Bellevue train services, operated by Sound Transit, arrive at East Main station.

Can I drive from Downtown Seattle to Bellevue?

Yes, the driving distance between Downtown Seattle to Bellevue is 10 miles. It takes approximately 15 min to drive from Downtown Seattle to Bellevue.

Where can I stay near Bellevue?

There are 1370+ hotels available in Bellevue.

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

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

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Tram
best
1. Take the tram from Symphony to East Maintram 2 Line
22 min
$3
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from 2nd Ave & Seneca St to Bellevue Way NE & Main Stbus 550
26 min
$1–3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Downtown Seattle to Bellevuetaxi 10 mi
15 min
$35–45
Drive 10 mi
1. Drive from Downtown Seattle to Bellevuecar 10 mi
15 min
$2–3

Downtown Seattle to Bellevue by tram

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22 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 10.1 mi
Duration: 22 min

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

Sound Transit operates a vehicle from Symphony to East Main hourly. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 22 min. Alternatively, Sound Transit operates a bus from 2nd Ave & Seneca St to Bellevue Way NE & Main St every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 26 min. Trailhead Direct also services this route once daily.

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