What is the cheapest way to get from Federal Way to Des Moines?

The cheapest way to get from Federal Way to Des Moines is to drive which costs $1 - $2 and takes 10 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Federal Way to Des Moines?

The fastest way to get from Federal Way to Des Moines is to taxi which takes 10 min and costs $19 - $23.

Is there a direct bus between Federal Way and Des Moines?

No, there is no direct bus from Federal Way to Des Moines. However, there are services departing from Pacific Hwy S & S 312th St and arriving at Marine View Dr S & S 223rd St via Kent Des Moines Station - Bay 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 40 min.

How far is it from Federal Way to Des Moines?

The distance between Federal Way and Des Moines is 8 miles. The road distance is 6 miles.

How do I travel from Federal Way to Des Moines without a car?

The best way to get from Federal Way to Des Moines without a car is to tram and line 166 bus which takes 34 min and costs $6.

How long does it take to get from Federal Way to Des Moines?

It takes approximately 34 min to get from Federal Way to Des Moines, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Federal Way to Des Moines bus from?

Federal Way to Des Moines bus services, operated by King County Metro, depart from Pacific Hwy S & S 312th St station.

Where does the Federal Way to Des Moines bus arrive?

Federal Way to Des Moines bus services, operated by King County Metro, arrive at Kent Des Moines Station - Bay 5.

Can I drive from Federal Way to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Federal Way to Des Moines is 6 miles. It takes approximately 10 min to drive from Federal Way to Des Moines.

Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 1078+ hotels available in Des Moines.

Federal Way to Des Moines - 4 ways to travel via tram, line 166 bus, and taxi

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

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Tram, line 166 bus
best
1. Take the tram from Federal Way Downtown to Kent Des Moinestram 1 Line
2. Take the bus from Kent Des Moines Station - Bay 3 to Marine View Dr S & S 223rd Stbus 166 / ...
34 min
$6
Drive 6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Federal Way to Des Moinescar 6 mi
10 min
$2
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Federal Way to Des Moinestaxi 6 mi
10 min
$19–23
Bus, line 166 bus
1. Take the bus from Pacific Hwy S & S 312th St to Kent Des Moines Station - Bay 5bus A Line
2. Take the bus from Kent Des Moines Station - Bay 3 to Marine View Dr S & S 223rd Stbus 166 / ...
40 min
$6

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Distance: 7.9 mi
Duration: 34 min

What companies run services between Federal Way, WA, USA and Des Moines, WA, USA?

You can take a bus from Pacific Hwy S & S 312th St to Marine View Dr S & S 223rd St via Kent Des Moines Station - Bay 5 and Kent Des Moines Station - Bay 3 in around 40 min.

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