What is the cheapest way to get from Downtown Seattle to University District?

The cheapest way to get from Downtown Seattle to University District is to tram which costs $3 and takes 13 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Downtown Seattle to University District?

The fastest way to get from Downtown Seattle to University District is to taxi which takes 6 min and costs $18 - $22.

Is there a direct bus between Downtown Seattle and University District?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from 3rd Ave & Seneca St and arriving at NE Campus Pkwy & Brooklyn Ave NE - Bay 1. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 27 min.

Is there a direct train between Downtown Seattle and University District?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Pioneer Square and arriving at U District. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 13 min.

How far is it from Downtown Seattle to University District?

The distance between Downtown Seattle and University District is 5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Downtown Seattle to University District without a car is to tram which takes 13 min and costs $3.

How long does it take to get from Downtown Seattle to University District?

The tram from Pioneer Square to U District takes 13 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Downtown Seattle to University District bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Downtown Seattle to University District train from?

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

Where does the Downtown Seattle to University District bus arrive?

Downtown Seattle to University District bus services, operated by King County Metro, arrive at NE Campus Pkwy & Brooklyn Ave NE - Bay 1 station.

Where does the Downtown Seattle to University District train arrive?

Downtown Seattle to University District train services, operated by Sound Transit, arrive at U District station.

Where can I stay near University District?

There are 1470+ hotels available in University District.

Downtown Seattle to University District - 4 ways to travel via tram, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Downtown Seattle to University District by tram, bus, taxi, or foot

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Tram
best
1. Take the tram from Pioneer Square to U Districttram 1 Line / ...
13 min
$3
Bus
1. Take the bus from 3rd Ave & Seneca St to NE Campus Pkwy & Brooklyn Ave NE - Bay 1bus 70
27 min
$3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Downtown Seattle to University Districttaxi 4.6 mi
6 min
$18–22
Walk
1. Take the foot from Downtown Seattle to University Districtwalk 4.6 mi
1h 28m

Downtown Seattle to University District by tram

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Distance: 5 mi
Duration: 13 min

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

Sound Transit operates a vehicle from Pioneer Square to U District every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 13 min. Alternatively, King County Metro operates a bus from 3rd Ave & Seneca St to NE Campus Pkwy & Brooklyn Ave NE - Bay 1 every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 27 min. Sound Transit also services this route twice a week.

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