What is the cheapest way to get from Federal Way to Kirkland?

The cheapest way to get from Federal Way to Kirkland is to tram and line 255 bus which costs $6 and takes 1h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Federal Way to Kirkland?

The fastest way to get from Federal Way to Kirkland is to drive which takes 38 min and costs $5 - $8.

Is there a direct bus between Federal Way and Kirkland?

No, there is no direct bus from Federal Way to Kirkland. However, there are services departing from Pacific Hwy S & S 312th St and arriving at Kirkland Transit Center - Bay 2 via SeaTac Station and Bellevue Transit Center - Bay 10. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 9m.

How far is it from Federal Way to Kirkland?

The distance between Federal Way and Kirkland is 35 miles. The road distance is 29.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Federal Way to Kirkland without a car is to tram and line 255 bus which takes 1h 33m and costs $6.

How long does it take to get from Federal Way to Kirkland?

It takes approximately 1h 33m to get from Federal Way to Kirkland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Federal Way to Kirkland bus from?

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

Where does the Federal Way to Kirkland bus arrive?

Federal Way to Kirkland bus services, operated by King County Metro, arrive at International Blvd & S 176th St - Bay 2 station.

Can I drive from Federal Way to Kirkland?

Yes, the driving distance between Federal Way to Kirkland is 30 miles. It takes approximately 38 min to drive from Federal Way to Kirkland.

Where can I stay near Kirkland?

There are 1232+ hotels available in Kirkland.

Federal Way to Kirkland - 4 ways to travel via tram, line 255 bus, and bus

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

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Tram, line 255 bus
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1. Take the tram from Federal Way Downtown to Univ of Washingtontram 1 Line
2. Take the bus from NE Pacific St & Montlake Blvd NE - Bay 1 to 108th Ave NE & NE 68th Stbus 255
1h 33m
$6
Bus, line 560 bus, line 250 bus
1. Take the bus from Pacific Hwy S & S 312th St to International Blvd & S 176th St - Bay 2bus
2. Take the bus from SeaTac Station to Bellevue TC - Bay 7bus 560
3. Take the bus from Bellevue Transit Center - Bay 10 to Kirkland Transit Center - Bay 2bus 250
2h 9m
$9
Drive 29.3 mi
1. Drive from Federal Way to Kirklandcar 29.3 mi
38 min
$6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Federal Way to Kirklandtaxi 29.3 mi
38 min
$95–120

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Distance: 35.1 mi
Duration: 1h 33m

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

You can take a bus from Pacific Hwy S & S 312th St to Kirkland Transit Center - Bay 2 via SeaTac Station, Bellevue TC - Bay 7, and Bellevue Transit Center - Bay 10 in around 2h 9m.

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