What is the cheapest way to get from Downtown Seattle to Federal Way?

The cheapest way to get from Downtown Seattle to Federal Way is to bus which costs $3 and takes 37 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Downtown Seattle to Federal Way?

The fastest way to get from Downtown Seattle to Federal Way is to drive which takes 27 min and costs $4 - $6.

Is there a direct bus between Downtown Seattle and Federal Way?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from 2nd Ave & Marion St and arriving at Federal Way Downtown Station - Bay 11 station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 37 min.

Is there a direct train between Downtown Seattle and Federal Way?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Symphony and arriving at Federal Way Downtown. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 53 min.

How far is it from Downtown Seattle to Federal Way?

The distance between Downtown Seattle and Federal Way is 22 miles. The road distance is 22.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Downtown Seattle to Federal Way without a car is to bus which takes 37 min and costs $3.

How long does it take to get from Downtown Seattle to Federal Way?

The bus from 2nd Ave & Marion St to Federal Way Downtown Station - Bay 11 takes 37 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Downtown Seattle to Federal Way bus from?

Downtown Seattle to Federal Way bus services, operated by Sound Transit, depart from 2nd Ave & Marion St station.

Where do I catch the Downtown Seattle to Federal Way train from?

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

Where does the Downtown Seattle to Federal Way bus arrive?

Downtown Seattle to Federal Way bus services, operated by Sound Transit, arrive at Federal Way Downtown Station - Bay 11.

Where does the Downtown Seattle to Federal Way train arrive?

Downtown Seattle to Federal Way train services, operated by Sound Transit, arrive at Federal Way Downtown station.

Can I drive from Downtown Seattle to Federal Way?

Yes, the driving distance between Downtown Seattle to Federal Way is 22 miles. It takes approximately 27 min to drive from Downtown Seattle to Federal Way.

Where can I stay near Federal Way?

There are 492+ hotels available in Federal Way.

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

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

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from 2nd Ave & Marion St to Federal Way Downtown Station - Bay 11bus 577 / ...
37 min
$3
Tram
1. Take the tram from Symphony to Federal Way Downtowntram 1 Line
53 min
$3
Drive 22 mi
1. Drive from Downtown Seattle to Federal Waycar 22 mi
27 min
$4–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Downtown Seattle to Federal Waytaxi 22 mi
27 min
$75–90

Downtown Seattle to Federal Way by bus

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Distance: 22.3 mi
Duration: 37 min

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

Sound Transit operates a bus from 2nd Ave & Marion St to Federal Way Downtown Station - Bay 11 every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 37 min. King County Metro also services this route 3 times a day. Alternatively, Sound Transit operates a vehicle from Symphony to Federal Way Downtown every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 53 min.

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