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

The cheapest way to get from Downtown Seattle to Kirkland is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 17 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Downtown Seattle to Kirkland is to taxi which takes 17 min and costs $40 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Downtown Seattle and Kirkland?

No, there is no direct bus from Downtown Seattle to Kirkland. However, there are services departing from 4th Ave & Madison St and arriving at Central Way & 5th St via Redmond Technology Station Bay 8 - Bay 8. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 58 min.

How far is it from Downtown Seattle to Kirkland?

The distance between Downtown Seattle and Kirkland is 12 miles. The road distance is 11.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Downtown Seattle to Kirkland without a car is to tram and line 255 bus which takes 38 min and costs $6.

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

It takes approximately 38 min to get from Downtown Seattle to Kirkland, including transfers.

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

Downtown Seattle to Kirkland bus services, operated by Sound Transit, depart from 4th Ave & Madison St station.

Where does the Downtown Seattle to Kirkland bus arrive?

Downtown Seattle to Kirkland bus services, operated by Sound Transit, arrive at State Route 520 & NE 40th St station.

Can I drive from Downtown Seattle to Kirkland?

Yes, the driving distance between Downtown Seattle to Kirkland is 12 miles. It takes approximately 17 min to drive from Downtown Seattle to Kirkland.

Where can I stay near Kirkland?

There are 1540+ hotels available in Kirkland.

Downtown Seattle to Kirkland - 5 ways to travel via tram, line 255 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Downtown Seattle to Kirkland by tram, bus, taxi, or car

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Tram, line 255 bus
best
1. Take the tram from Pioneer Square to Univ of Washingtontram 2 Line / ...
2. Take the bus from NE Pacific St & Montlake Blvd NE - Bay 1 to 108th Ave NE & NE 68th Stbus 255
38 min
$6
Drive 11.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Downtown Seattle to Kirklandcar 11.6 mi
17 min
$2–3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Downtown Seattle to Kirklandtaxi 11.6 mi
17 min
$40–50
Line 545 bus, line 245 bus
1. Take the bus from 4th Ave & Madison St to State Route 520 & NE 40th Stbus 545 / ...
2. Take the bus from Redmond Technology Station Bay 8 - Bay 8 to Central Way & 5th Stbus 245
58 min
$6
Line 70 bus, line 255 bus
1. Take the bus from 3rd Ave & Columbia St to NE Campus Pkwy & Brooklyn Ave NE - Bay 1bus 70
2. Take the bus from NE Campus Pkwy & University Way NE - Bay 2 to Market St & 8th Avebus 255
1h 9m
$3

Downtown Seattle to Kirkland by tram and bus

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Distance: 11.7 mi
Duration: 38 min

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

You can take a bus from 4th Ave & Madison St to Central Way & 5th St via State Route 520 & NE 40th St and Redmond Technology Station Bay 8 - Bay 8 in around 58 min.

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