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

The cheapest way to get from Downtown Seattle to Shoreline is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 15 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Downtown Seattle to Shoreline is to taxi which takes 15 min and costs $40 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Downtown Seattle and Shoreline?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from 3rd Ave & Seneca St and arriving at Aurora Ave N & N 170th St. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 41 min.

Is there a direct train between Downtown Seattle and Shoreline?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Pioneer Square and arriving at Shoreline North/185th. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 28 min.

How far is it from Downtown Seattle to Shoreline?

The distance between Downtown Seattle and Shoreline is 13 miles. The road distance is 11.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Downtown Seattle to Shoreline without a car is to tram which takes 28 min and costs $3.

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

The tram from Pioneer Square to Shoreline North/185th takes 28 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

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

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

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

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

Where does the Downtown Seattle to Shoreline bus arrive?

Downtown Seattle to Shoreline bus services, operated by King County Metro, arrive at Aurora Ave N & N 170th St station.

Where does the Downtown Seattle to Shoreline train arrive?

Downtown Seattle to Shoreline train services, operated by Sound Transit, arrive at Shoreline North/185th station.

Can I drive from Downtown Seattle to Shoreline?

Yes, the driving distance between Downtown Seattle to Shoreline is 12 miles. It takes approximately 15 min to drive from Downtown Seattle to Shoreline.

Where can I stay near Shoreline?

There are 1232+ hotels available in Shoreline.

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

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

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Tram
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1. Take the tram from Pioneer Square to Shoreline North/185thtram 2 Line / ...
28 min
$3
Bus
1. Take the bus from 3rd Ave & Seneca St to Aurora Ave N & N 170th Stbus E Line
41 min
$3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Downtown Seattle to Shorelinetaxi 11.7 mi
15 min
$40–50
Drive 11.7 mi
1. Drive from Downtown Seattle to Shorelinecar 11.7 mi
15 min
$3–4

Downtown Seattle to Shoreline by tram

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Distance: 12.5 mi
Duration: 28 min

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

Sound Transit operates a vehicle from Pioneer Square to Shoreline North/185th every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 28 min. Alternatively, King County Metro operates a bus from 3rd Ave & Seneca St to Aurora Ave N & N 170th St every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 41 min.

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