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

The cheapest way to get from Downtown Seattle to Northgate is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 11 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Downtown Seattle to Northgate is to taxi which takes 11 min and costs $30 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Downtown Seattle and Northgate?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from 3rd Ave & Seneca St and arriving at Aurora Ave N & N 115th St. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 30 min.

Is there a direct train between Downtown Seattle and Northgate?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Pioneer Square and arriving at Northgate. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 20 min.

How far is it from Downtown Seattle to Northgate?

The distance between Downtown Seattle and Northgate is 8 miles. The road distance is 8.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Downtown Seattle to Northgate without a car is to tram which takes 20 min and costs $3.

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

The tram from Pioneer Square to Northgate takes 20 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

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

Downtown Seattle to Northgate bus services, operated by King County Metro, depart from 3rd Ave & Seneca St station.

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

Downtown Seattle to Northgate train services, operated by Sound Transit, depart from Pioneer Square station.

Where does the Downtown Seattle to Northgate bus arrive?

Downtown Seattle to Northgate bus services, operated by King County Metro, arrive at Aurora Ave N & N 115th St station.

Where does the Downtown Seattle to Northgate train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Downtown Seattle to Northgate?

Yes, the driving distance between Downtown Seattle to Northgate is 8 miles. It takes approximately 11 min to drive from Downtown Seattle to Northgate.

Where can I stay near Northgate?

There are 1180+ hotels available in Northgate.

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

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

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Tram
best
1. Take the tram from Pioneer Square to Northgatetram 1 Line / ...
20 min
$3
Drive 8.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Downtown Seattle to Northgatecar 8.3 mi
11 min
$2–3
Bus
1. Take the bus from 3rd Ave & Seneca St to Aurora Ave N & N 115th Stbus E Line
30 min
$3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Downtown Seattle to Northgatetaxi 8.3 mi
11 min
$30–40

Downtown Seattle to Northgate by tram

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Distance: 8.2 mi
Duration: 20 min

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

Sound Transit operates a vehicle from Pioneer Square to Northgate every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 20 min. Alternatively, King County Metro operates a bus from 3rd Ave & Seneca St to Aurora Ave N & N 115th St every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 30 min. Sound Transit also services this route twice a week.

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